‘Ghost Of Kyiv’ Viral Clip Actually Fake Footage From PC Game
A clip of a Ukrainian fighter jet blowing up a suspected Russian aircraft started trending on social media yesterday. Many believed it was proof of the exploits of a mysterious and unverified ace pilot called the “Ghost of Kyiv.” It was actually fake…
Propaganda, fake videos of Ukraine invasion bombard users
The invasion of Ukraine is shaping up to be Europe’s first major armed conflict of the social media age, when the small screen of the smartphone is the dominant tool of communication, carrying with it the peril of an instantaneous spread of dangerous,…
Clinton Dismisses Durham’s ‘Fake Scandal’ as Trump Doubles Down With New Ad
Former Democratic presidential candidate Hilary Clinton has dismissed revelations in a recent court filing from Special Counsel John Durham as a “fake scandal.” Meanwhile, Clinton’s former political rival Donald Trump has doubled down…
No More Hiding Behind Fake Social Media Profiles in This Troll-Infested Country
More than 70 million Filipinos are on Facebook, and studies show they spend an average of four hours on social media daily. File Photo: AP/Wilfredo Lee Lawmakers in the Philippines passed a bill this week that will require everyone to register their real…
Brazilian Electoral Court considers Telegram ban to fend off fake news
Brazil’s Supreme Electoral Court (TSE) is considering a Telegram ban in Brazil to fend off fake news ahead of the presidential elections in the country later this year. Newspaper Valor Econômico reported that TSE president Luis Roberto Barroso is…
iPhone Malware Security Warning: New Fake Shutdown Trick Lets Hackers Spy on You!
Security researchers recently developed a new technique that could fake the iPhone shutdown. The technique called “NoReboot” can be exploited by malicious actors to spy on a person using their iPhone camera and microphone without their…
iPhone Malware Can Fake a Shutdown, Use Cameras to Spy on Owner
Researchers from cyber security firm Zecops have discovered a way to alter an iPhone’s shutdown sequence to trick an infected user into believing the phone has been turned off, but actually is still running and can secretly record photos and videos. As…
Dad uses fake video game to distract toddler while he watches soccer match
A dad came up with a clever way to keep his toddler busy so that he could watch the big soccer game. Hannes Coudenys is a Belgian dad with 422,000 TikTok followers. He and his wife Deborah share their adventures with their son Rae Morris and baby girl…
How to Spot Fake News With This Handy Tool
Fake news is a serious problem. Hostile actors have taken advantage of the mistrust in the public to push multiple agendas and spread misinformation among people. Needless to say, learning how to spot fake news is very important. It’s no secret…
Fake job scams cost victims $2 billion per year, BBB says
“All we need from you is good work and trust, you will enjoy every moment working with us.” That was the fake job scammers’ promise, according to nonprofit watchdog Better Business Bureau. The scammers were offering $22 per hour, $18…