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Stay informed. Stay one step ahead.

Scams are constantly changing. New tactics, new platforms and new stories appear all the time.

Our blog keeps you up to date with the latest trends, explains what to watch for, and gives you practical ways to stay protected.

What you’ll find here

Each month, we publish content that helps you make sense of what’s happening and what it means for you.

Scam alerts

Breakdowns of current scams targeting people right now

How-to guides

Simple steps to help you recognise and avoid common scams

Explainers

Clear insights into how scams work and why they succeed

Practical advice

What to do if something feels wrong or if you’ve already been targeted

When Scammers Use AI: The New Face of Online Fraud

Artificial intelligence can help us work smarter, create better content
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What The Latest Banking Crime Statistics Tell Us About Scams

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Deepfakes Are Getting Better. Your Defences Need to Get Better Too

A convincing video can now be created showing someone saying
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When Your Bank Stops the Scam Before You Do

What happens when a scammer gets you to authorise a
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The Scam That Caught a Crime Journalist

Knowing how criminals operate does not make anyone immune to
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When Your WhatsApp Stops Belonging to You

For millions of people, WhatsApp has quietly become one of
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Why this matters

Scammers rely on people not knowing what to look for.

The more familiar you are with their tactics, the easier it becomes to spot them early and avoid costly mistakes.

Even a few minutes of reading can make a real difference.

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If something doesn’t feel right, take a moment to check it.

And if needed, report it. Sharing what you’ve seen helps others stay informed and reduces the spread of scams.

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