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Thanksgiving Travel Latest: Airport strike, staff shortages and weather could impact holiday travelAs AI technology advances, scams become more realistic and harder to detect. Recently the firm Psono.com has highlighted modern scams like AI-powered phishing, clone emails, and gift card fraud that use personal data to create highly convincing attacks. Digital Journal has drawn out the key points from the report. Understanding how these scams work can aid those seeking to protect personal information and money. AI-Powered Scams Scammers now use AI to impersonate family or friends , creating realistic voice recordings or videos from social media content. These deepfakes are used to ask for money or personal information, making the scams feel alarmingly real. What to Do: If you receive an unexpected request, ask questions or details only the real person would know. A wrong or vague answer is a strong sign of a scam. Gift Card Scams Scammers analyse online shopping habits to target victims with gift card requests from stores they frequently use, especially during busy shopping seasons. The cards are quickly redeemed once the codes are shared, leaving the victim with financial loss. What to Do: If someone asks for gift card codes, especially for payment or problem resolution, it’s likely a scam. Always verify requests directly with the person or organization before taking action. Vishing Vishing involves phone scams where attackers impersonate trusted organizations, like banks or government agencies, creating urgency—such as reporting “suspicious activity”—to pressure victims into sharing sensitive details. What to Do: No legitimate organization will ever ask over the phone for sensitive information, like PINs or card details. If unsure, hang up and contact the institution directly using a verified number. Always take a moment to verify before acting on any request. Smishing Smishing scams use fake text messages that mimic delivery updates or account alerts, often targeting online shoppers, to steal credentials or spread malware. What to Do: Always check the sender’s number. If it doesn’t match the official organization, it’s likely a scam. Verify messages directly with the company before taking action. Clone Phishing Clone phishing replicates real emails, like receipts or notifications, but replaces links or attachments with malicious ones. The familiarity makes them easy to fall for. What to Do: Check the sender’s email address and double-check any links by hovering over them. If the email feels off, contact the sender directly using their official contact details. Social Media Phishing Social media phishing uses fake or hacked profiles to send messages that mimic giveaways or urgent requests. These scams aim to steal login credentials or personal information. What to Do: Avoid clicking links in unsolicited messages. Verify requests directly with the sender and double-check login pages for authenticity. Man-in-the-Middle Attacks Man-in-the-middle attacks happen when hackers, like passwords or banking details, intercept what you send or receive on public Wi-Fi. Using Wi-Fi at places like cafés or airports can make your data a target. What to Do: Avoid logging into important accounts on public Wi-Fi. Use a VPN for extra security and look for “https://” on websites to ensure they are encrypted. Ransomware Ransomware blocks access to files or devices by encrypting them and then demands payment to unlock them. These attacks often start with phishing emails or fake downloads and target personal data like photos or documents. What to Do: Back up important files offline and avoid clicking on suspicious links or attachments. If attacked, report the incident to relevant authorities and seek professional advice on the next steps. DNS Spoofing DNS spoofing redirects users to fake websites that look like real ones. These sites are designed to steal sensitive information like passwords or credit card details. What to Do: Always check the website address carefully before entering any information. Use secure websites with “https://” and consider tools that protect against DNS attacks. Fake Job Offers Scammers post fake job offers, often promising high pay or remote work, to steal personal details or money. They may ask for fees or sensitive information, pretending to be real companies. What to Do: Before paying or sharing personal information, ensure the request comes from the right source. Research the company and confirm details through official channels. AI is changing how scammers operate, making their attacks more personal and harder to spot. They use tools to mimic voices, create fake videos, or send messages that seem to come from trusted contacts. Dr. Tim Sandle is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for science news.Tim specializes in science, technology, environmental, business, and health journalism. He is additionally a practising microbiologist; and an author. He is also interested in history, politics and current affairs.
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Iowa officials certify Miller-Meeks’ narrow win, other election resultsTEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's government on Tuesday said it had lifted a ban on access to WhatsApp and Google Play after more than two years, the official IRNA news agency reported. The report said the country’s Supreme Council of Cyber Space made the decision in a meeting led by reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian, who has vowed to remove restrictions on social media. Iran’s telecommunication minister Sattar Heshemi in a post on X called the decision a “first step” in removing restrictions and said “the path will continue" — indicating the possibility of unblocking other services. Many people reached by The Associated Press across the capital, Tehran, and other cities said they had access to the services on computers but not yet on mobile phones. WhatsApp has been the third most popular messaging platform in Iran after Instagram and Telegram. The ban on WhatsApp and Google Play was put in place in 2022 during mass protests against the government over the death of a woman held by the country’s morality police for allegedly violating the strictly enforced dress code. The protests calmed in 2023 after a crackdown by police and security forces that led to the death of hundreds of people and the imprisonment of thousands. Iran has blocked access to various social media platforms over the years but many people in the country use proxies and VPNs to access them. The Associated PressThe new United manager ended his first proper week in the job with a 1-1 draw away at Ipswich, which saw Marcus Rashford open the scoring inside 90 seconds. However, Ipswich equalised before half-time. It was a disappointing end to a busy week for Amorim, who saw his final media duties with Sky Sports interrupted by massive Ipswich fan Sheeran’s desire to greet Jamie Redknapp. Sheeran was heard quipping that “I don’t think (Amorim) wants to speak to me” before heading out of shot. Sheeran has since apologised, writing on Instagram: “Apologies if I offended Amorim yesterday, didn’t actually realise he was being interviewed at the time, was popping to say hi and bye to Jamie. Obvz feel a bit of a b***end but life goes on. Great game though, congrats on all involved x.” Amorim had earlier joked that he has spoken more in a week in Manchester than he did during four years with Sporting Lisbon. He said: “This week I spoke more to the media than I did in four years at Sporting. I just want to work with my players. Nothing more.” Amorim has asked United’s communications department to reduce his media responsibilities as he looks to spend more time with his new squad ahead of one of the busiest parts of the season. United host Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League on Thursday before Everton come to Old Trafford on Sunday. (© Standard)NFL NOTES