Scams

Dubizzle reports 27% drop in platform scams

New figures from dubizzle point to a notable shift in how safety and trust are evolving across the UAE’s digital classifieds space, with scam reports on the platform down 27% year on year in Q1 2026.

How to avoid Apple Pay scams

Phil Muncaster, guest writer at ESET, explains how the most common scams targeting Apple Pay users work and what you can do to stay one step ahead

How to avoid being scammed on TikTok

Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO of ESET South Africa highlights the dangers associated with TikTok and shares a few tips so that you can stay safe while operating TikTok

How to stay safe from cash app frauds

Phil Muncaster, guest writer at ESET highlights that it pays to be careful and here’s how you can stay safe from fake giveaways, money flipping scams and other cons that fraudsters use to trick paymen...

How to avoid common Facebook Marketplace scams

Phil Muncaster, guest writer at ESET explains what to watch out for when buying or selling stuff on the online marketplace and how to tell if you’re being scammed

How to safeguard yourself from cryptocurrency scams

Phil Muncaster, guest writer from ESET explains that as you attempt to strike it rich in the digital gold rush, make sure you know how to recognize various schemes that want to part you from your digi...

How to secure teens from 5 common scams

Amer Owaida, Security Writer at ESET explains in this article that from knock-off designer products to too-good-to-be-true job offers, here are five common schemes fraudsters use to trick teenagers ou...

How to avoid Instagram scams

Sophos Naked Security explains how Instagram has become an ideal place for cybercriminals to operate largescale scams amidst its gaining popularity and offers suggestions on how to safeguard ourselves...

Beware of scams in the name of coronavirus

Tony Anscombe, Global Security Evangelist and Industry Ambassador at ESET warns to beware of malware-laden emails to fake donations, which are some of the most common cons in the name of coronavirus y...