Tag: Identity theft

The FBI warns of cybercriminals using deepfake technology to manipulate innocent photos and videos for blackmail and other unlawful activities. This malicious manipulation can lead to virtual extortion and long-lasting effects, including harassment, financial loss, and re-victimization. To prevent being at risk, internet users need to be cautious when sharing images online, especially on social media platforms. It is important to remain vigilant and take preventative measures to avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime.

Zoho Corporation launches Ulaa, a privacy-centric web browser, and AI applications powered by Zoho's secure cloud and OpenAI. Users get better control of privacy, no tracking, and no data sharing with third-parties. Get ad & data trackers blocked, notifications disabled and tailor privacy settings for safer web browsing. ChatGPT integration for AI app developments, helping users get intuitive and efficient experiences.

Home Security Legends provide advanced security solutions and education to protect against identity theft. Their recent research using AI technology revealed that any seven-character password can be broken in 6 minutes. Even passwords with symbols are prone to attack. Passwords of 18 characters and more can protect you, so upgrade yours and change them regularly. Protect yourself with Home Security Legends!

RISE, an India based ed-tech platform, is advancing the education world with a blockchain-based digital certificate system for their students and alumni. By making their certificates secure and free of fraudulent activity, RISE is making sure to empower their students to become successful. QR codes are also added to each certificate for validation, making sure that employers can easily authenticate the skills and education certificates.

DocuSign, an American eSign firm, has unveiled an AI-powered identity verification (IDV) tool for markets in the UK and EU. Dubbed ID Verification for EU Qualified, it offers users the ability to remotely verify an individual's identity without any video conferencing or in-person checks. The tool meets the stringent cyber security requirements of EU agencies like the ESO ETSI & ANSSI. Additionally, it is equipped with liveness detection & selfie comparison capabilities on mobile devices.