Online safety is a massive subject that affects every internet user. So it’s no wonder that every day, the news contains stories about the latest scams and frauds, viruses, identity theft, lost data, and a host of other subjects. As well as the latest defences against cybercrime.
We select some of the more relevant and interesting news as it happens, to keep you up-to-date on what’s happening in the world of online safety.
Half of young people encounter misleading content online daily
Half of young people encounter misleading content online daily
Half of young people encounter misleading content online daily
‘Better Internet for Kids’ report launched on Safer Internet Day
New ‘HMRC’ scam texts follow new lockdown
Warning about COVID-19 vaccination scams
LEGO launches activities to help act against cyberbullying
HMRC scams warning for Self Assessment customers
Charities warned of increasing fraud risks
Must-join keynote webinar: online safety during and post COVID-19
Criminals exploit COVID-19 as fraud moves increasingly online
World Alzheimer’s Day: action on scams
Impersonation scams almost double in first half of 2020
Public reminded to ‘mullet over’
New warning about post-lockdown travel scams
Public warned about test and trace scams
EasyJet customers warned after cyberattack
You, Coronavirus and staying safe online
NCSC launches range of new protection measures
Keeping children safe online during the Coronavirus outbreak
Coronavirus scams you should be aware of
8 in 10 Brits would be embarrassed to admit they fell for a scam
Scam warning after Flybe collapse
How to ensure internet-connected cameras are secure
As concern about the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) increases, it is important that people in the UK and, indeed, around the w
Keep online dating safe this Valentine’s and every day
Are young people free to be themselves online?
Get Safe Online warns about Brexit related scams
Get Safe Online works with Kaspersky to protect connected kids
Warnings following Travelex ransomware attack
Safer Internet Day: new educational resources
Get Safe Online Welsh language site officially launched
Fraudulent Snapchat account promised ‘free money’
It’s Charity Fraud Awareness Week
John and Sarah are most likely to overshare online
Generation Z setting new standards for online safety
Scam warning after Thomas Cook collapse
Barclays warns students about money mule recruitment
5 million pension savers could lose out to scammers
‘No More Ransom’ initiative is 3 years old
Silence of the Nans - scammers taking advantage
Make sure you mullet over before you fall victim to phishing emails on National Fish and Chip Day
Over £27m reported lost to crypto and forex investment scams
WhatsApp users advised to update app following hack
Warning over Champions League Final frauds
£7million lost to holiday fraud, says new report
New laws planned for internet connected devices
New children’s online privacy code of practice
New government proposal to tackle online harms
Wales Cyber Safety Bus Tour begins
Victims lose over £50 million to romance fraud
New FCA warning about investment scams
Young people struggle with permission to share online
Safer Internet Day 2019 is almost here
Christmas shoppers urged to stay safe online
Kids’ tracker watch found to be dangerous
New report on extent of children’s data collected online
Brits risk exposing deepest secrets to email hackers
Britain is a nation of digital over-sharers
Get Safe Online Scammer Nanas campaign wins another award
Get Safe Online hosts European #CyberScams campaign in UK
Government launches consumer advice on smart devices
Young fraud victims on the rise, says Cifas
Phishing attacks could follow Facebook data breach
Over £21m reported lost to computer service fraud in a year
17-24 year olds most likely to fall victim to motor ‘ghostbroking’
40,000 viewers urged to check bank statements
Safety advice after massive BA data breach
ID fraud falls for first time since 2014
New warning on pension fraud - £91,000 average loss
New ‘sleepwalking’ warning from fraud watchdog
Report reveals where personal data is compromised online
Payment cards & personal data records hacked at Dixons Carphone
Warning about buying online for prom night
Warning about GDPR-themed phishing emails
Facebook launches youth portal
Twitter users advised to change passwords
Police warn of hidden dangers when shopping online
Martin Lewis to sue Facebook for defamation
New report reveals record levels of identity fraud
Record losses reported by holiday fraud victims
Facebook hits problems after data privacy scandal
National Lottery customers warned to change passwords
Get Safe Online launches ticket fraud campaign
Warning on using passwords for multiple online accounts
Cost of car insurance ‘ghost broking’ fraud revealed
Next Tuesday is Safer Internet Day
Consumers think they are too smart to be scammed
Finance changes bring new security worries
‘appy New Year
11 year-olds gambling online, says Gambling Commission
NCA warning about sex offenders’ use of live streaming platforms
Mac users urged to set root password to overcome bug
Massive increase in young people acting as money mules
Police warning on Black Friday / Christmas shopping frauds
Police warning on Black Friday / Christmas shopping frauds
Get Safe Online launches safe Christmas shopping advice
New stats revealed as Anti-Bullying Week launched
1 million fake WhatsApp downloads from Google Play
New fraud guidance helps public to give safely