Protecting your data

As technology becomes more advanced, so do scams. According to the World Economic Forum, cybercrime is projected to cost $10.5 trillion globally this year, with artificial intelligence making it easier than ever for criminals to impersonate people, create convincing fake emails and work around normal security measures.

Luckily, emerging technologies like digital identity wallets can help keep your data more secure. Instead of relying on passwords or easily stolen personal details, these wallets use advanced facial recognition or fingerprint scans. Even if scammers get hold of your digital data, they can’t take your biological data. Digital identity wallets also reduce the need to enter personal information across multiple websites, lowering the chances of falling for phishing scams. If you want to store your data more securely, start by seeing if your bank or online service offers a digital identity option.

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