AI scams and account takeovers are driving a surge in UK fraud reports
Note: This post uses recent UK sources available now. If a figure may move over time, I have named the date or said so clearly. AI…
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This page complements the annual ebook with ongoing guidance posts. The focus stays on practical cybersecurity advice for everyday people: scams, safer browsing, account protection, privacy, device safety, and sensible tools when they genuinely help.
Scams and impersonation
Guidance that helps readers recognise phishing, voice cloning, urgent payment requests, fake jobs, and other high-pressure tricks.
Accounts and passwords
Posts about password managers, passkeys, email security, and small habits that reduce the risk of account takeover.
Privacy and safer devices
Practical help on tracking, browsers, device updates, safer downloads, and tools that work quietly in the background.
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