A lot of people have been asking how to move their group chats from other apps to Signal, and Signal group links are a great way to get started. Drop a group link into your former chat app of choice like you're dropping the mic on the way out.
It's the last day of #FraudWeek but the fun's not over. Let's see how you do on our final trivia question. 🤓
According to the 2020 Report to the Nations, what is the most common behavioral red flag of fraud?
Expect more online scams these #holidays; especially for #BlackFriday & #CyberMonday due to #COVID19 adding a layer of vulnerability. Keep your eyes peeled for the top 3 holiday scams. We'll be sharing even more holiday scams with our 12 days of scams starting next week.
"The more I understood how my info was being collected, shared & sold, the more I wanted to protect my privacy," says @laurelwamsley. Her tips:
• Practice good security hygiene
• Use a private browser (like DuckDuckGo)
• Use encrypted messaging apps
https://t.co/FoGBQWSeT6
Today marks the beginning of #CyberSecurity Awareness Month! Check in all month long for information on protecting yourself from cyber-related crimes. And be sure to follow @GetCyberSafe to learn even more!
Getting a suspicious phone call? Remember the following:
•Beware of caller ID spoofing
•Never give out personal information
•Research the caller’s organization to confirm they are real
•Don’t be afraid to hang up
#GetCyberSafe by visiting: https://t.co/IZu9entAcj
Are your kids remote learning? Be mindful of protecting their privacy. Parenting reporter @cdcaron's tips include:
• Talk to your kids about what privacy means to them
• Discuss when & how often to use a camera
• Check out the tools they'll be using
https://t.co/tK1UYFrwEN
Time is running out! The #COVID19 scams and frauds webinar is tomorrow! Join your host @smarter_money and guest speakers @rcmpgrcpolice and the CAFC for a free webinar about the latest scams and frauds and tips on how to protect yourself. Register now: https://t.co/AMRKt2H49y
⚠️The CAFC and @CanRevAgency continue to see reports of Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) scams where criminals are using stolen identities to open bank accounts and submit CERB applications in your name. Learn everything about CERB by visiting https://t.co/kNNSGcs4Yo
Thinking like a fraudster can be challenging, but putting ourselves in their shoes to understand their justifications can be rewarding in preventing and fighting fraud. https://t.co/SoNCAht47Y
Companies have failed to self-regulate online.
@moonalice argues, "The future of our democracy, public health, privacy, & competition in our economy depend on thoughtful & comprehensive regulatory intervention."
https://t.co/4POXasnHEQ
If you use voice apps w/Google Assistant & Amazon Alexa, privacy risks increase.
"In their survey of voice app privacy policy content, researchers found the bulk didn’t clearly define what data collection the apps were capable of," says @Kyle_L_Wiggers.
https://t.co/oKFYzZtmDB
This bulletin was created to provide awareness about a returning extortion scam targeting Asian communities in Canada. For more information, visit https://t.co/A4PSavqbXV. #kNOwfraud#showmetheFRAUD#Tell2, protect many!