Cyber and Fraud Hub launches new guide to help keep children safe online
With increasing concerns around child safety both online and in everyday life, parents, carers, and guardians in Scotland now have access to our new essential resource. ‘Keeping Children Safe: A Guide for Parents, Carers, and Guardians’ has been launched by the Hub to provide comprehensive advice on how to protect children from potential dangers, ranging from online risks to everyday safety concerns.
Cyber and Fraud Hub Supports 228 Individuals in Cyber Enabled Fraud Cases Worth £8 Million, in Last 6-Months
Since launching in July 2024, the Cyber and Fraud Hub has made significant strides in the fight against cyber enabled fraud, helping individuals protect themselves from financial loss.
Safer Internet Day 2025 - Simple Tips for Staying Safe Online
Safer Internet Day 2025 takes place on 11 February, with celebrations and learning based around the theme ‘Too good to be true? Protecting yourself and others from scams online‘.
Coordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre, the celebration sees thousands of organisations get involved to promote the safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology for children and young people.
Cyber and Fraud Hub launches new partnerships to support victims across Scotland
The Cyber and Fraud Hub is proud to announce the launch of our new partnerships with eight esteemed organisations across Scotland.
Building upon existing partnerships with the UK Banking industry and Police Scotland, these collaborations represent a unified effort to combat cyber crime and fraud, while also strengthening support systems for those affected.
Cyber-Safe Shopping: Protect Yourself During the Holiday Season
As online sales reach record levels, the convenience of shopping from home brings potential dangers such as phishing scams, fraudulent websites, and malware. It’s important to stay vigilant when shopping online, especially during the holiday season, as cybercriminals often exploit the surge in online traffic.
New guide helps Scots seniors safeguard their finances as online scams soar
With statistics this year from Age Scotland showing that over 400,000 older people living in Scotland have been targeted by scammers, it has never been more important to protect yourself and others from falling victim to fraudsters.
Cyber and Fraud Hub secures two-year funding from Arnold Clark
The Cyber and Fraud Hub, launched earlier this year by the Cyber and Fraud Centre Scotland to support members of the public affected by cyber and fraud crime, has received a substantial donation to support its first two years from car industry leader Arnold Clark, to support more people to stay safe online.