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This WhatsApp screen sharing scam cost one woman £20,000
In a disturbing example of how technology can be used against you, Felicity Campbell, a resident of Nottinghamshire, recently fell victim to an elaborate fraud involving WhatsApp’s screen-sharing feature. This one mistake cost her approximately £20,000. How the scam unfolded The incident began when Mrs. Campbell responded…
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[Ended] GIVEAWAY: Innovator's Quest - The Ultimate Challenge for Creative Thinkers
Calling all creative minds in the Bitdefender Community! We are excited to announce the Innovator's Quest – a contest designed to harness the power of innovation and insight from our community to drive the future of cybersecurity. 💡🔒 How to Participate Register in the Bitdefender Expert Community using your Central…
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GIVEAWAY: Innovator's Quest - Voting has ended - Meet the Winners!
📣 Hello everyone, We’re excited to announce that Phase 2 of the Innovator's Quest is now live! 🙌 After carefully reviewing all submissions, our team has selected the top 10 ideas that stood out for their creativity and impact. Now, it’s up to you – our community – to decide which are the winning ideas! Without further ado,…
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The Defenders of the month are the Community superheroes
It's time to show our appreciation for our top contributors and give back to the Community! We are pleased to announce that we are launching our Super User program called “Defenders of the Month” and “Defenders of the Year”, exclusively for the members of our Community! The Super User program represents an exclusive group…
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Bitdefender product updates and release notes
Bitdefender ensures the best cyber-security available on the market and offers a wealth of features designed to keep your devices safe. Upgrading to the newest version is possible without following the manual uninstall and reinstall procedure. More exactly, the new product including new features and major product…
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Web Protection keeps turning off on Android phones? Here’s what to do
This article guides you on how to prevent Bitdefender Mobile Security’s Web Protection feature from constantly being disabled on some Android phones and tablets. Sometimes, even after manually reactivating Web Protection, it turns itself off shortly afterward. When this happens, Bitdefender Mobile Security for Android…
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Bitdefender together with Scuderia Ferrari HP
Bitdefender entered into a multi-year partnership with Ferrari S.p.A., to become Cybersecurity global partner of Scuderia Ferrari HP. Full announcement below: Forza Ferrari!
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AmuseMEMEnt Arcade
I believe that humor and laughter should always be part of our daily lives. As E.E. Cummings used to say: "The most wasted of all days is one without laughter". No matter where you are, you deserve a good laugh. My proposal for you from this day onwards is to have our own happy place within this Community and share the…
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Scammers on Truth Social con victim out of $500,000 with Cryptocurrency trading scam
A recent investigation by Gizmodo, launched through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, revealed a concerning trend: Truth Social users are increasingly falling victim to scams that have cost some victims staggering amounts. In particular, one Minnesota user lost over $500,000 in a cryptocurrency trading scam, and…
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Black Friday scams to watch out for in 2024: How fake shopping sites are out to steal your cash
The 2024 Black Friday is just around the corner, and millions of people are preparing to snag what they hope will be the best deals of the year. But lurking behind the excitement of discounts and shopping frenzies are scammers waiting to take advantage of unsuspecting consumers. Fake online shopping sites have become a…
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Introducing the Password Manager Shared Plan
Dear Community members, Many of those who openly expressed their opinion about the Password Manager in this forum felt something was missing from the service. And they were right. We are thrilled to introduce the latest Bitdefender offering—the Password Manager Shared Plan! Managing passwords has never been easier or more…
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Beware this Google Street View extortion scam: How scammers are using tech to terrify victims
"Hey, I saw you on Google Street View. I know where you live, and unless you send me money, I’m going to leak explicit photos of you." This is the chilling message some women in the Philadelphia area have received recently, marking a new and terrifying evolution in online scams: Google Street View sextortion. What makes…
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[Ended] Tech Talk with ZONEofTECH: Join the AMA and Get Your Tech Questions Answered!
Dear Bitdefender Community, We are thrilled to announce a special ‘Ask Me Anything’ session featuring none other than ZONEofTECH, one of the top influencers in the tech world! With over 10 years of experience in the field, ZONEofTECH is known for their expert insights, in-depth reviews, and exciting coverage of…
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Scam of the Month: How celebrity impersonation is exploiting the vulnerable
“Hey, this is Brad Pitt. I’m in the middle of shooting my next big film, but I’ve run into a little problem—I’m all out of film reel. Could you send me a couple hundred dollars to wrap things up? Don’t worry, I’ll pay you back as soon as I’m done!” It sounds absurd, right? But for hundreds of victims caught in the web of…
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One in five U.S. adults have lost money to online scams: How to avoid being next
A new report released by the FBI has revealed that one in five U.S. adults has fallen victim to online scams, losing a grand total of $1.3B to fraudulent schemes in 2023 alone. This alarming statistic is yet another reminder at how prevalent – and lucrative - online scams have become in just a few years. From phishing…
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Meet Bitdefender Scamio, the next-generation AI scam detector
The Bitdefender developers have been working on a complimentary scam detector service designed to help users verify fraudulent online schemes delivered by email, embedded links, texts , and instant messaging through collaboration with a chatbot powered by artificial intelligence (AI). We call it Scamio and it’s first…
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Love hurts: How romance scams steal millions and break hearts
Romance is that weird, fuzzy feeling that makes you spend way too much time texting someone to say 'good morning'—and spend way too much money on flowers that die in two days. It’s the magical force that turns rational adults into poets, chefs, and professional cuddlers, all while hoping the other person never notices you…
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Fixing common VPN errors and connectivity issues
Here you’ll find quick-fix solutions to common Bitdefender VPN connection errors on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, or iPadOS. You will also find steps to take in the event the VPN is blocking an application, or if you can't access a website while VPN is active. Kindly note that some websites have implemented a system to…
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Michigan woman loses thousands in Gift Card-fuelled Tech Support scam
A Fairfax man, Sunyu Qian, has pleaded guilty to orchestrating a series of scams that defrauded victims of over $1 million. Among these fraudulent schemes, Qian used a sophisticated cyber-security gift card scam that tricked unsuspecting victims into purchasing gift cards to “resolve” fabricated subscription issues. Months…
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Welcome to Our New Anti-Scam Campaign: Let’s Fight Fraud Together
Online scams pose a bigger threat than ever. In the past few years alone, these attacks have grown in both number and complexity, with official reports indicating billions of dollars are lost annually to cyber crooks. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) reported that victims in the United States lost nearly $10 billion to…
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How to move your passwords from Kaspersky to Bitdefender Password Manager
This article will guide you stepwise to switch from Kaspersky Password Manager to Bitdefender Password Manager. We will show you how to export passwords from Kaspersky and import them into Bitdefender Password Manager. Bitdefender can import data seamlessly from a multitude of password managers in various formats.…
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The first complete security solution for content creators is here
Today, we proudly announce the launch of another Industry First, a complete security solution for content creators and influencers on YouTube, specifically designed to safeguard your digital assets, reputation, and income from sophisticated threats and scams targeting your audience:
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Over $110 Million lost to Bitcoin ATM scams in 2023, FTC warns
The rise of cryptocurrency has led to a surge in criminal activities, with scammers exploiting the relative anonymity and irreversible nature of these transactions. In 2023, Americans lost over $110 million to Bitcoin ATM scams, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). These scams are becoming increasingly…
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Beware of targeted scams - Essential advice for college students this Fall
As the fall semester begins, college students are returning to campuses across the country. With the excitement of a new academic year comes the unfortunate reality that scammers are also gearing up to target students. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued warnings about the rise in scams specifically aimed at…
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How does financial fraud work? A rare glimpse into a call-center that scams people
The cyber-crime landscape has rapidly evolved over the past two decades. Easy internet access, widespread smartphone use, advanced technologies, and human vulnerability have made it easier for cybercriminals to target victims globally. While initially centered on financial fraud and ransomware, cybercriminals are now…
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Facebook Scams You Need to Know About
In an effort to raise awareness and help protect our community, we are starting a new thread dedicated to reporting Facebook scams. In the digital age, social media platforms like Facebook have become an integral part of our daily lives. However, with convenience and connectivity come various threats, including numerous…
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Stolen or Lost iPhone? Six Things to Do Immediately
Few things are more chilling than realizing you’ve lost your phone. While the initial reaction is to panic – and understandably so – it’s important to keep your cool and go through the standard security checklist to make sure no one can access the data on your device. Here are six easy steps to follow if your iPhone goes…
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Scam of the Month – This July, AI Deepfakes Drive Supplement Scams on Social Media
What do Brad Pitt, Denzel Washington and George Clooney have in common? It’s not that they’re all part of the same movie cast—they’re inadvertently playing the role of their life in supplement scams. These celebrities, along with many other famous figures, are being used without their consent in AI-driven deepfake…
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Bitdefender unveils comprehensive security suite for small businesses
Bitdefender has launched the Ultimate Small Business Security suite, an all-in-one solution designed specifically for small businesses and entrepreneurs managing up to 25 employees without dedicated IT staff. This robust security package includes advanced antimalware, webmail protection, digital identity protection, a…
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The current Bitdefender Parental Control will be superseded by a more sophisticated technology
As the title says, Parental Control as we know it will be replaced by an upgraded version. Find out what's new here:
