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8000 reports of fraudulent online shops in 2025

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Warning: fraudulent emails are currently circulating in the name of the Flemish Parliament

Don't fall into the trap!

Learn how to recognise fraudulent messages: Find out more at surfwithoutworries.safeonweb.be 

What to do?Do not click on a link in a suspicious message, do not open attachments and do not download applications if…
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Toys with AI: fun, but be aware of the risks

More and more toys are using artificial intelligence (AI). This may seem harmless and modern, but it can pose risks to the privacy and safety of children and adults.

What do we mean by AI toys?

AI toys are toys that, like “smart” toys, are…

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Connected toys: tips to keep our children safe

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Child Focus launches ‘Payboy’, a new platform against sextortion

Online dating is now part of everyday life for young people. While it is often positive, it can also hide a very real danger: sextortion. And the figures are staggering. This year, more than 350 cases have already been opened by Child Focus, an…

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All connected, all protected — Let's help our loved ones surf safely

Everyone knows someone who feels a little lost online: a child, a neighbour, a parent, a colleague... We all know someone who isn't always comfortable using the internet.

With the ‘Tous connectés, tous protégés’ campaign, DNS Belgium wants…

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Fraudulent email in the name of the ONSS

We are currently receiving numerous reports of phishing emails that appear to come from the National Social Security Office (ONSS).

The message tells you that you have received a document from the ONSS and invites you to click on a link to…

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Beware: fake emails with the subject line “You must update your login details”

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Online investment: beware of fake investment opportunities

Fake trading platforms are currently proliferating on the internet. Be careful. Be wary of offers that seem too good to be true, as they are most likely fraudulent. 

Cybercriminals will try to trap you by any means possible. They may…

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