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17 October 2013
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New app saves Snapchat pics
15th October 2013 Pictures on a popular photo sharing app whose unique feature is that they 'disappear' after a few seconds, can now be saved with the use of a newly-released app. This highlights the potential dangers of posting certain...
15 October 2013
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Government moves against mobile phone theft
14th October 2013 A UK Government summit with mobile phone manufacturers has led to the investigation of new initiatives to reduce the theft of handsets, says the Home Office. For information and advice on keeping your mobile phone safe, click...
14 October 2013
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Man jailed for phishing in first NCA conviction
11th October 2013 A Croydon man has been jailed for phishing offences intended to defraud banks, financial institutions and their customers. For information and advice scam and spam emails, click here 27 year-old Olukunle Babatunde was...
11 October 2013
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Police launch Hajj travel fraud campaign
8th October 2013 The City of London Police has launched a national campaign to raise awareness of the threat posed to Muslims by Hajj travel fraud, and to encourage victims to report it to Action Fraud. For information and advice on safe...
8 October 2013
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Mums more likely to have online safety talk with kids
8th October 2013 Mothers are more likely than fathers to ensure that their children are properly informed about safe internet use, according to a new survey. For information and advice on safeguarding children, click here. The study -...
7 October 2013
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New guide on keeping your smartphone safe
7th October 2013 Four organisations have joined forces to publish a simple guide for consumers on how to keep their smartphones safe. We recommend that you view and download the guide to share with family members and friends who have...
7 October 2013
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Silk Road drugs marketplace boss refused bail
5th October 2013 Ross Ulbricht, the man thought to be behind the online illegal drugs marketplace Silk Road, has been refused bail at a court appearance in San Francisco today. US prosecutors consider that he is too dangerous to be released...
5 October 2013
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