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Cyber Threats Surge by 81% Since Covid Pandemic

Cyber Threats Surge by 81% Since Covid Pandemic

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a marked global increase in cybercrime has occurred. The McAfee Enterprise and FireEye report highlights that the landscape of cyber threats has expanded significantly. In 2022 alone, there was a 48% increase in…

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5 Types Of Holiday Scams To Watch Out For

5 Types Of Holiday Scams To Watch Out For

Online shopping scams reached unprecedented levels, with recent statistics revealing a significant surge in AI-driven and deepfake scams. According to data from Bitdefender, spam related to Black Friday rose dramatically from 3% on November 9 to 22% by November 13.…

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Record $10.8 Billion Spent Online on Black Friday 2024

Record $10.8 Billion Spent Online on Black Friday 2024

This Black Friday, US consumers set a new milestone in holiday shopping by spending an unprecedented $10,800,000,000 online. A 10.2% increase from the previous 2023 year. The surge in online transactions shows a shift in consumer behavior, with shoppers favoring…

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Young shoppers targeted with AI-driven celebrity scams

Gen Z shoppers targeted with AI-driven celebrity scams

As the holiday shopping season approaches, McAfee’s 2024 Global Holiday Shopping Scams Study sheds light on a concerning trend: AI-powered scams and deepfakes are becoming increasingly prevalent, targeting younger demographics with deceptive tactics. The rise of AI-generated synthetic media, also…

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6 Common Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them

6 Common Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them

As the holiday shopping season ramps up, consumers increasingly turn to online platforms for their gift purchases, seeking convenience and variety. However, this shift also heightens the risk of encountering scams. According to McAfee’s 2024 Global Holiday Shopping Scams Study, 70%…

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How to Spot Fake Online Shopping Sites

How to Spot Fake Online Shopping Sites

With the holiday season in full swing, it’s vital to recognize the latest tactics used by scammers and the methods to identify fake online shopping websites. With over $1 trillion spent on online retail in the U.S. in 2022 alone,…

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Walmart Rolls Back Diversity Policies Amid Conservative Pressure

Walmart Rolls Back Diversity Policies Amid Conservative Pressure

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has announced a significant rollback of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. This decision aligns with a growing trend among major corporations responding to pressure from conservative activists, particularly following the recent political climate…

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