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People tend to believe that they cannot fall victim to a phishing attack, even though real-life situations have shown that anyone could fall prey. Here’s a typical example: A new
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When a stranger sends you a message on WhatsApp, it’s easier to be sceptical, especially about doubling your money. However, we are likely to let our guard down when it
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The unlicensed platforms, which have been banned or flagged in a number of European and Asian countries, are currently leveraging Facebook, Telegram and Instagram to advertise risky investment schemes to
Imagine the elation of receiving a job offer from a prestigious organisation like the United Nations. For many job seekers, this is the ultimate career breakthrough. But what if that
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Nigeria’s vibrant internet space, a hub of connection and opportunity, has unfortunately become a fertile ground for a recurring cast of digital deceivers. From the long-reigning “Nigerian Prince” promising unimaginable
Ben was scrolling through his Instagram page when he received a message from a close friend asking him to click on a link to vote for her in a beauty
Source: Techthirsty It started with a flurry of WhatsApp calls from an unknown number at 6:30 a.m. The persistent ringing prompted me to check my phone, and to my surprise,
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Frank, whose real name is withheld, has been putting in much work from Sept. to early Oct. (2023). He had a task, and his determination to perfect the project led
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Photo credits: SmartX It was late at night, but Abdul could not sleep. Although he shut his eyes, his mind was wide awake. This restlessness started in October when he
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