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So Email isn't just another email filter. It's an AI-powered security layer that protects Gmail and Outlook users from sophisticated phishing, spoofing, and malicious attacks that bypass standard defenses.

To help you stay protected, we publish content on email security and phishing prevention.

HOW TO REPORT TAX SCAM EMAILS: COMPLETE GUIDE TO PROTECTING YOURSELF AND FIGHTING BACK

15 min read

Learn exactly how to report tax scam emails to the IRS, FTC, and FBI. Step-by-step guide with official reporting channels, detection checklist, and prevention strategies backed by 2024 federal data.

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TAX PREPARER EMAIL SCAMS: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO PROTECTING YOUR PRACTICE

11 min read

Comprehensive guide to email scams targeting tax preparers, accountants, and CPAs. Learn detection methods, prevention controls, and incident response procedures based on IRS, FBI, and NIST guidance.

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THE 'NEW CLIENT' SCAM HITTING ACCOUNTANTS: HOW TO DETECT AND STOP THIS ATTACK

13 min read

The new client scam is a targeted spear phishing attack where cybercriminals pose as prospective clients to steal accountant credentials and client data. Learn detection methods, prevention controls, and IRS-recommended response procedures.

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IRS NEVER EMAILS YOU: HERE'S WHY

8 min read

Learn why the IRS does not initiate contact through email, how to identify IRS phishing scams, and what to do if you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from the IRS.

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W-2 PHISHING: THE SCAM TARGETING HR

8 min read

Learn how W-2 phishing attacks target HR and payroll departments to steal employee tax data. Includes detection checklist, prevention steps, and IRS reporting procedures.

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FAKE IRS EMAILS: HOW TO SPOT THEM

7 min read

Learn how to identify fake IRS phishing emails, protect yourself from tax scams, and report fraudulent messages to phishing@irs.gov. Includes detection checklist and prevention steps.

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WEEKLY CYBERSECURITY RECAP: January 26-30, 2026

5 min read

This week's top cybersecurity news: Match Group breach exposes dating app users, malicious VS Code AI extensions steal code, FBI seizes RAMP forum, record-breaking DDoS attack, and more.

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TAX SEASON EMAIL SCAMS: COMPLETE GUIDE TO DETECTION, PREVENTION, AND RESPONSE

8 min read

Comprehensive guide to identifying, preventing, and responding to tax season email scams. Learn how phishing attacks impersonate the IRS and how to protect yourself during tax filing season.

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WHY TRADITIONAL SPAM FILTERS ARE FAILING AGAINST MODERN PHISHING

16 min read

84.2% of phishing emails pass DMARC authentication. Learn why secure email gateways can't stop modern attacks, how attackers exploit compromised accounts, and what layered defenses actually work.

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DEEPFAKE VOICE SCAMS ARE HERE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

7 min read

Learn how AI voice cloning scams work, why they're surging 442%, real cases including a $25 million corporate theft, and how to protect yourself and your family from deepfake vishing attacks.

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HOW AI REMOVES GRAMMAR MISTAKES FROM SCAMS: THE END OF OBVIOUS PHISHING

8 min read

Comprehensive guide on how artificial intelligence removes traditional phishing red flags like grammar mistakes, why this matters for email security, and how to detect AI-generated scam emails.

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WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU CLICK A PHISHING LINK?

7 min read

Learn what happens technically when you click a phishing link, the risks involved, real-world case studies, and step-by-step incident response guidance backed by FBI and NIST data.

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AI IS MAKING PHISHING EMAILS PERFECT: HOW TO DETECT AND PREVENT AI-GENERATED ATTACKS

11 min read

Comprehensive guide to AI-powered phishing attacks covering detection methods, prevention strategies, and incident response. Based on FBI warnings and real cases including the $25 million Arup deepfake fraud.

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IS THIS EMAIL LEGIT:? 7 WAYS TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU CLICK

7 min read

A comprehensive guide to email verification covering phishing detection, email authentication protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC), and Business Email Compromise prevention. Based on FBI IC3 2024 data and NIST guidelines.

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WEEKLY THREAT BRIEFING: AI-Generated Malware, Fortinet Breaches, and 37 Zero-Days at Pwn2Own

6 min read

Weekly cybersecurity roundup covering VoidLink malware, Fortinet breaches, LastPass phishing campaigns, Pwn2Own Automotive zero-days, and critical vulnerabilities in enterprise software.

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HOW TO SPOT A PHISHING EMAIL: THE COMPLETE DETECTION GUIDE

9 min read

Learn to identify phishing emails using proven detection techniques. Includes FBI statistics, real case studies, prevention strategies, and incident response steps.

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ANATOMY OF A $47,000 PHISHING ATTACK YOUR SPAM FILTER WOULD MISS

2 min read

84.2% of phishing emails pass DMARC authentication. Here's exactly how business email compromise attacks unfold and why traditional filters miss them.

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SURROUND SOUND SCAM: WHEN ATTACKERS HIT FROM EVERY DIRECTION

1 min read

Learn how scammers coordinate attacks across email, SMS, and phone calls to make their schemes feel legitimate—and how the 10-Minute Rule can protect you.

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THE CODE YOU CAN'T READ IS READING YOU: HOW QR CODE PHISHING IS DRAINING BANK ACCOUNTS

1 min read

73% of Americans scan QR codes without verification. Scammers are exploiting this with fake codes on parking meters, emails, and public spaces. Here's how to protect yourself.

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THE SPELL-CHECK THAT STEALS: HOW AI ELIMINATED PHISHING'S BIGGEST RED FLAG

1 min read

Grammar mistakes used to be the easiest way to spot a phishing email. AI changed that. Here's what to look for now and the one rule that can protect you.

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YOUR VOICE IS NOW A WEAPON: HOW DEEPFAKE VOICE SCAMS ARE TARGETING FAMILIES

1 min read

Scammers can clone your voice from just 3 seconds of audio. One in four adults have already been targeted. Here's the one rule that can protect your family.

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AI MADE PHISHING EMAILS PERFECT. HERE'S HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF.

1 min read

AI-generated phishing emails now achieve a 54% click-through rate. The old red flags are gone. Learn the 3-Second Hover Rule to protect yourself.

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CYBERSECURITY WEEKLY RECAP: January 12-16, 2026

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Your weekly roundup of the biggest cybersecurity news including Microsoft's massive Patch Tuesday, Cisco zero-day exploits, ransomware attacks on major corporations, and browser malware campaigns affecting hundreds of thousands of users.

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WIRE FRAUD PREVENTION: A COMPLETE GUIDE TO PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS

1 min read

Learn how to protect yourself from wire fraud and Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams with the Two-Channel Rule. FBI reports $8.5B in losses from 2022-2024.

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DUAL AUTHORIZATION: YOUR BEST DEFENSE

1 min read

Why dual authorization stops business email compromise attacks before money moves. A simple two-person rule that prevents costly wire fraud.

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THE INVOICE WAS REAL. THE BANK ACCOUNT WASN'T.

2 min read

Vendor email compromise attacks cost businesses $183K on average. Here's the domain double-check that stops payment redirect scams.

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THE WIRE TRANSFER CALL THAT SAVES EVERYTHING

1 min read

Learn the 2 Minute Callback Rule that can protect your business from wire fraud. FBI reports 66% recovery rate when reported quickly.

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THE $74,000 EMAIL THAT LOOKED COMPLETELY NORMAL

2 min read

Gift card scams cost businesses billions annually. Here's the simple two-channel rule that stops them.

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YOU SAVED FOR YEARS. THEY STOLE IT IN ONE EMAIL.

2 min read

Real estate wire fraud has increased 50x in under a decade. Here's the Callback Rule that stops it.

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THE EMAIL THAT STOLE SOMEONE'S PAYCHECK

2 min read

Learn how payroll diversion scams work and the simple Callback Rule that stops them. A 90-second phone call can prevent a $137K loss.

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Weekly Cybersecurity Roundup: Botnets, Browser Attacks, and Data Breaches

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A roundup of the most significant cybersecurity incidents from this week, including massive botnets, browser extension compromises, critical vulnerabilities, and data breaches affecting millions.

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THE EMAIL THAT ALMOST BANKRUPTED A BAKERY

1 min read

43% of cyberattacks target small businesses. Learn the STOP Framework to protect your business from email scams and Business Email Compromise attacks.

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YOUR NONPROFIT IS ONE EMAIL AWAY FROM DISASTER

1 min read

Nonprofits are prime targets for Business Email Compromise attacks. Learn the 10 second verification rule to protect your organization from costly email scams.

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EMAIL SECURITY FOR FREELANCERS:The 5-Second Sanity Check That Could Save You Thousands

3 min read

Freelancers face 350% more phishing attacks than large enterprises. Learn the simple 5-Second Sanity Check framework to protect yourself from email scams.

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EMAIL SECURITY FOR SMALL BUSINESSES: The 3 Second Rule

3 min read

Small businesses face 46% of all cyber breaches. Learn the simple 3-second hover rule that can protect your company from costly email scams.

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THE EMAIL SCAMS EMPTYING BANK ACCOUNTS IN 2025

2 min read

A breakdown of the most dangerous email scams targeting businesses in 2025, based on the TitanHQ State of Email Security Report. Learn the 10-Second Callback Rule to protect yourself.

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WHAT IS BUSINESS EMAIL COMPROMISE? The $2.7B Threat to Small Business

3 min read

Business Email Compromise (BEC) cost organizations $2.7 billion in 2023. Learn how these sophisticated scams work and how to protect your small business.

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Cybersecurity Weekly Recap: December 15-20, 2025

3 min read

This week's top cybersecurity stories: North Korea's record $2B crypto heist, Microsoft 365 OAuth phishing surge, critical Fortinet vulnerabilities under attack, and Russia-linked hackers target Danish water infrastructure.

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HOW FRAUDSTERS SPOOFEMAIL ADDRESSES

5 min read

Email spoofing lets scammers forge sender details without hacking any accounts. Learn how it works, why email allows it, and how to protect yourself with the trust-but-verify rule.

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WhHY WIRE FRAUD SPIKES IN DECEMBER

1 min read

December is peak hunting season for wire fraud. Learn why fraudsters target businesses during year-end and how the 3-second hover rule can protect you.

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HOW TO SPOT PHISHING: the only rule you need

1 min read

Learn the simple 3-Second Hover Rule that catches 80% of phishing attempts. With 193,407 FBI complaints in 2024, this is the one habit that could save you thousands.

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SOMEONE REGISTERED A DOMAIN THAT LOOKS LIKE MINE - now what?

5 min read

Discovered a lookalike domain impersonating your business? Learn how to assess the threat, take action, and protect your brand from domain spoofing attacks.

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How to Report Phishing in Gmail and Outlook

3 min read

Learn the right way to report phishing emails in Gmail and Outlook. The spot-report-reset framework helps you protect yourself and train email filters to protect everyone.

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Spear Phishing vs Phishing: What's the Difference?

4 min read

Understand the critical difference between phishing and spear phishing. Learn the Scale Test framework to identify targeted attacks before you click, reply, or pay.

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DMARC for Small Business: A Simple Guide

5 min read

A practical guide to implementing DMARC for small businesses. Learn how to protect your domain from email spoofing without an IT team.

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Is Your Password Strong Enough? Why strength alone isn't enough

5 min read

A strong password means nothing if it's already been leaked. Learn why checking both strength and breach status is essential for protecting your accounts.

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BEC attacks: The complete guide

1 min read

A controller wired $64,200 to criminals impersonating her CEO. Learn the two-question rule framework that stops Business Email Compromise attacks.

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How to spot a fake invoice before you wire $50,000 to a scammer

6 min read

Invoice fraud costs businesses billions annually. Learn how document comparison technology catches the subtle changes that traditional email security misses.

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Can small businesses reduce losses from Business Email Compromises?

4 min read

Business Email Compromise attacks cost organizations $2.77 billion in 2024. Learn how small businesses can protect themselves with AI-powered email security that doesn't require enterprise budgets.

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Vendor impersonation attacks explained

1 min read

A CEO lost $52,900 in under 90 seconds to a vendor impersonation attack. Here's the two-channel rule framework to protect your business from this fast-growing BEC threat.

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5 signs an invoice email is fake

1 min read

A founder wired $28,700 to a scammer posing as his vendor. The email looked perfect. Here's the 5-point invoice scan framework to protect yourself from invoice fraud.

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A CFO lost $43K to this email

4 min read

A real story of how a seasoned CFO wired $43,000 to a scammer in under two minutes. Learn the Double Verification Rule to protect your organization from Business Email Compromise attacks.

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The 10-Second Rule: Why Urgent Emails Are Your Biggest Security Risk

5 min read

Scammers weaponize urgency to bypass your judgment. Learn the 10-second rule and other proven techniques to protect yourself from high-pressure email attacks.

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W-2 PHISHING: COMPLETE PROTECTION GUIDE FOR BUSINESSES AND EMPLOYEES

13 min read

A comprehensive guide to W-2 phishing attacks, including how they work, real-world cases, FBI IC3 statistics, detection checklists, prevention steps, and incident response procedures. Backed by data from the FBI, IRS, NIST, and CISA.

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HOW TO VERIFY PAYMENT CHANGE REQUESTS (Before You Lose $47K)

2 min read

Learn the Known Number Rule - a simple FBI-backed framework to protect your business from Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams that have cost companies $55 billion globally.

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Email Security Habits for the New Year

1 min read

One simple habit that stops 95% of email breaches. The 5-second freeze rule for a safer 2025.

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CEO FRAUD PLAYBOOK: Year-end targeting

1 min read

How fraudsters exploit year-end urgency to steal thousands through CEO impersonation, and the simple 2-minute rule that stops them.

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