Kevin Border, Author at Futureproof blog

Scammers push fake Medicare renewal alerts during Fall Open Enrollment — one of the season’s biggest traps.

5 Major Scams That Hit The Fall Season — And How to Outsmart Them This Winter

Scammers used this year’s fall season to push even harder, taking advantage of Medicare Open Enrollment, holiday shopping, and the fact that we’re all busy and distracted. From fake “Medicare”…

Comments Off

November 26, 2025

Read more about the article Hackers, the Dark Web, and Scammers: The Dangerous Triangle of Online Crime

Hackers steal your data. Scammers buy it. Dark Web becomes the link between them.

Security

Hackers, the Dark Web, and Scammers: The Dangerous Triangle of Online Crime

When we think of online crime, we normally divide it into two neat categories. Hackers are the techies in hoodies who crack into databases. Scammers are the fast-talkers who send…

Comments Off

November 25, 2025

Read more about the article “Your Bank Account Is at Risk!” Top 10 Messages Scammers Use to Trick You

Messages like these are built to feel urgent, pushing people to react fast — exactly how scammers win.

Scams & Fake Deals

“Your Bank Account Is at Risk!” Top 10 Messages Scammers Use to Trick You

Scammers are getting smarter. Every day, millions of people receive fake texts, emails, or phone calls designed to steal their money or personal information. These scams look real, feel urgent,…

Comments Off

November 24, 2025

Read more about the article Heat: The Silent Killer of Your Smartphone Battery

Heat is one of the fastest ways to kill a phone battery — and cars trap more heat than people realize.

Phone & Computer Safety

Heat: The Silent Killer of Your Smartphone Battery

When we think about hot weather, we worry about ourselves — seeking shade, water, sunscreen. But our devices? They’re often left to “cook” without a second thought. A phone on…

Comments Off

November 21, 2025