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Booby-trapped QR codes: the new wave of “quishing”

Booby-trapped QR codes: the new wave of “quishing”

The QR code has become an everyday tool, used to make payments, access menus, collect parcels or obtain information quickly. This apparent simplicity is now being exploited by cybercriminals through a new form of scam known as quishing. Behind a simple scan, there may be a fraudulent website designed to steal personal or banking data. […]

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GLPura, Scam or Reliable?

GLPura, Scam or Reliable?

“GLPura” is a supplement in the form of chewable gummies intended to support metabolism, reduce cravings, and accompany weight management in a gradual approach!

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WhatsApp “Easy Money” Scams – Fake like, review and “paid task” jobs

WhatsApp “Easy Money” Scams – Fake like, review and “paid task” jobs

Fake recruiters contact you on WhatsApp and promise “simple paid work” (likes, reviews, ratings). Behind the scenes, they push you to send money, install a dubious app, or hand over your banking details. Here are the warning signs and the right responses.

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AI Scanner

AI Scanner

The AI verification scan from Scam or Reliable A real-time automated analysis service This service generates an AI-assisted reliability summary by cross-referencing a large volume of publicly available data and testimonials online. How to use the scan Enter the exact name of the product you want to analyse, without adding keywords or qualifiers. Examples: The […]

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Connected spy devices: when your home becomes a data source

Connected spy devices: when your home becomes a data source

In many homes, connected devices promise convenience: a camera that reassures, a speaker that answers, a thermostat that adjusts the temperature. But these devices also turn the home into a constant sensor, because they record, analyse and transmit information about what happens there. The issue is not only hacking, but also the data collected day […]

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Puriva, Scam or Reliable?

Puriva, Scam or Reliable?

“Puriva” is a slimming formula in capsule form aimed at supporting metabolism, energy, and intestinal comfort to facilitate better weight control!

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Fake PDF invoices with QR codes – the “quick payment” scam targeting businesses

Fake PDF invoices with QR codes – the “quick payment” scam targeting businesses

A PDF invoice received by email with a QR code can redirect you to a fake payment page. Here’s how to verify the issuer and avoid the scam.

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PrimeBiome, Scam or Reliable?

PrimeBiome, Scam or Reliable?

“PrimeBiome” is a dietary supplement in gummy form designed to support the microbiota and promote better digestive stability with an expected impact on skin balance!

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Fake negative review blackmail – how to protect your reputation and avoid extortion

Fake negative review blackmail – how to protect your reputation and avoid extortion

Businesses and self-employed workers are being targeted by review blackmail: pay in exchange for removing negative reviews. Here’s how to respond and protect yourself.

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VPNs for free: apparent security, real risks and best practices

VPNs for free: apparent security, real risks and best practices

A free VPN can feel like a simple shortcut to “stay protected” online, especially on public Wi-Fi or when you want to access a service from abroad. In practice, “free” rarely means “no trade-off”: infrastructure is expensive, and the money has to come from somewhere. Between intrusive business models and malicious fake VPNs, the line […]

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