The socio-emotional impact on Online Identity Theft (OIDT) victims
6 June 2025
In today’s digital age, Online IDentity Theft (OIDT) is a growing concern affecting millions of people worldwide. As users, we directly generate data – related
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AI-based user profiling raises privacy concerns
5 June 2025
An open-source intelligence (OSINT) service claims to be able to generate detailed profiles in social media users based solely on their commenting activity. It has
The Latest Trends in Online Identity Theft in Europe
2 June 2025
Online identity theft remains a significant concern and problem across Europe, evolving with the advancements in technology and the increasing sophistication of cybercriminals. As
Danniella’s Encounter with Fraud
28 May 2025
My latest meeting with Danniella (fictional name to protect the person’s integrity), a 59-year-old retired nurse, remains vividly etched in my memory. After she had
Several Women Convicted and Sentenced to Prison for Real EstateFraud
28 May 2025
Fraudsters tricked housing seekers into paying advance rent on fake rental contracts. Now, several women have been convicted and sentenced to prison for real estate
About botnets hindering genuine user experience online: The case of Wikimedia
26 May 2025
A statement from the Wikimedia Foundation (the organization behind Wikipedia) warns about a hidden cost of generative artificial intelligence. Some of the most trendy and