Online blackmail scams are utilizing your public information. Here’s how to spot the rising threat

More people than ever are reporting online scams. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center received more than 880,000 complaints in 2023, which is a 10% increase over 2022. One popular scam uses emails that threaten blackmail.  The emails read similar to, “You’ve been treading on thin ice with your browsing habits” or “I’ve got footage … Read more

How to better secure your identity on social media – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

After a hacker took over her social media, a North Texan said she watched, helplessly, as a stranger used her good name to take money from people. She said she couldn’t get help from the social media platform. Read on for more of her story. You’ll also hear from experts about key steps you can … Read more