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How crypto is changing the game for financial scammers

Crypto scams are evolving fast. Learn how scammers operate—and discover five simple ways to protect your money and identity in the crypto age. Cryptocurrency has transformed how we save, spend, and invest money. But with this wave of innovation comes a new breed of scams—slick, high-tech, and harder to spot than ever. Scammers have leveled up, using polished websites, fake influencer videos, and deep knowledge of human behavior to pull off million-dollar schemes.

How to safely change your name without putting your identity at risk

Changing your name? Learn how to do it safely without risking your identity. Discover essential steps to protect personal data and avoid fraud during a name change—plus how Avast Secure Identity can help. Changing your name—whether due to marriage, divorce, or personal choice—is a significant life event. However, this process involves sharing sensitive personal information across various platforms, making it a potential target for identity theft.

Don't take the bait - How to spot and stop phishing scams

Some people might call bossware employee-sponsored spyware. Check out this article to learn more about employee monitoring software. The internet is a great place — until someone tries to steal your login credentials, credit card details, or even your entire identity. Enter phishing: the cybercriminal’s favorite way to trick you into handing over personal information. If you think you’d never fall for a scam, think again.

Zero-day vulnerabilities: the real threat behind Netflix's "Zero Day"

Imagine a hidden flaw in software that no one—except cybercriminals—knows about. A zero-day vulnerability is exactly that: a security weakness that hasn’t been discovered or patched by developers. Because there’s no fix, attackers can exploit these flaws before anyone has a chance to defend against them.