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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Santander launches new bank app feature and says it will protect customers
Leading bank Santander has launched a new mobile banking service in new app update, offering users blurring protection after a recent report found £1.8 million was lost from customers just last year Santander has launched a new service on its mobile banking app to protect customers from scammers and frauds. Its blurring service promising to block sly eyes from spying your accounts. As part of its most recent update to its OneApp banking app, Santander 's new technology automatically blurs a person's mobile screen and averts users from performing any banking where screen sharing is detected on their device. Data from Santander reports that over £1.8 million was stolen from customers in 2024. The method? Scams which utilised remote access and screen sharing technology to enter accounts and confirm personal information. The bank shares that customers can be regularly contacted at random, via phone call, email or text - even Whatsapp. These 'call-outs' can be attempt a range of methods, from offering an opportunity to invest to faking a technical warning. Scammers are skilled in persuading targets to download legitimate screen sharing software, like AnyDesk or Teamviewer, and gaining access to mobile screens and GDPR and passwords, such as mobile banking credentials. Chris Ainsley, Head of Fraud Strategy at Santander UK, said: "As technology advances, so do scammers. We have a range of specific warnings for customers, but these criminals are clever and will talk their way into accessing a customer's personal information. "Our latest development catches the social engineering in action, protecting customers who are often caught up in a moment of panic." Santander had introduced a warning on screen sharing tech being detected on mobile devices previously, however their new technology will allow their account holders to safely carry out their banking, the customers' mobile banking app now blurring automatically to shield any personal information. Now live on IOS18, the feature will be available to Android customers in the near future. Additionally, Santander has released an update on changes made to nearly a dozen accounts this week, predicted to impact thousands of savers. The banking giant shared its reduced interest rates, applied to 11 of its savings accounts this week, on August 11.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Rajnigandha to cow urine, YouTuber Karl Rock serves ‘Indian flavours' to foreigners and their reactions are pure gold
Popular YouTuber and scam-busting advocate Karl Rock recently took things to a whole new level, not by exposing the scammers this time, but by challenging his fellow creators to taste some of India's boldest, strangest, and most extreme flavours. From the minty intensity of Rajnigandha paan masala to the Ayurvedic shock of Godhan Ark (distilled cow urine), Karl served up an unforgettable tasting session to other famous YouTubers, including Pierogi (Scammer Payback), Pleasant Green, Trilogy Media, Deyo, Nanobaiter, and Matt from AnyDesk. Their raw, unfiltered reactions, ranging from laughter to disgust to utter disbelief, were nothing short of comedy gold. Extreme Indian flavours challenge goes viral Rock led the 'extreme Indian flavours' challenge at the People's Call Centre in London. Well, it is a fact that India is known for its bold, complex flavours, and what's everyday comfort food in the country can feel like a taste explosion or a complete nightmare for foreigners. Here's how these scam-busting legends handled everything from spicy candy to Ayurvedic cow urine: Hajmola—The tangy tablet that shocked everyone: First up was Hajmola, a small digestive tablet popular in India and eaten like a candy. It is commonly made with black salt and traditional herbs and delivers a sour pinch with a sulphuric undertone. While at the moment, Pierogi popped it in; he can be seen immediately gagging in the video, describing it as 'rotten sulphur eggs with lemon.' On the other hand, the Art from Trilogy Media pushed through a few chews, with tears in his eyes, before calling it a crime against candy. While Deyo enjoyed it like a kid. Uncle Chips (mint masala): The surprise crowd-pleaser: The next was Uncle Chips, a classic Indian potato chip with flavours of mint, black pepper, turmeric, and cumin. To everyone's surprise, these were a massive hit. 'Yo, these are amazing!' said Matt, reaching for more. Pulse Kachcha Aam: The candy that tricks you: Next comes the deceptive Pulse Kachcha Aam, a raw mango candy with a tangy outer shell and a spicy masala centre. It started with all smiles, sweet, sour, and familiar. But once the spicy core hit, reactions turned dramatic. Rajnigandha Paan Masala—Minty Fresh or Too Strange?: After that, the group tried Rajnigandha Paan Masala, a tobacco-free mouth freshener with crushed betel nut and intense minty notes, and the reactions were extremely hilarious. Godhan Ark (Gau Mutra)—The ultimate dare: Last but not least was the Godhan Ark, a distilled form of gau mutra (cow urine) used in Ayurvedic medicine for treating diseases like obesity, diabetes, and cough. This is also a traditional drink used in religious or medicinal contexts, rather than as a food. However, during the challenge, people hesitated but tried it. Netizens react to the reactions of the YouTubers trying out Indian flavours As soon as the video dropped on the internet, it quickly went viral, and people shared their reactions to the same. One user in the YouTube comment section wrote, "I respect traditional practices, but it's important to separate cultural beliefs from health choices. Stay safe and informed!" "Being an Indian I wouldn't have that last one. I'd have the same reaction as these guys," another added. "Karl could have taken down the entire centre implementing a taste testing session 😆... Poor Deyo looked terrified:)" To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Rajnigandha to cow urine, YouTuber Karl Rock serves ‘Indain flavours' to foreigners and their reactions are pure gold
Popular YouTuber and scam-busting advocate Karl Rock recently took things to a whole new level, not by exposing the scammers this time, but by challenging his fellow creators to taste some of India's boldest, strangest, and most extreme flavours. From the minty intensity of Rajnigandha paan masala to the Ayurvedic shock of Godhan Ark (distilled cow urine), Karl served up an unforgettable tasting session to other famous YouTubers, including Pierogi (Scammer Payback), Pleasant Green, Trilogy Media, Deyo, Nanobaiter, and Matt from AnyDesk. Their raw, unfiltered reactions, ranging from laughter to disgust to utter disbelief, were nothing short of comedy gold. Extreme Indian flavours challenge goes viral Rock led the 'extreme Indian flavours' challenge at the People's Call Centre in London. Well, it is a fact that India is known for its bold, complex flavours, and what's everyday comfort food in the country can feel like a taste explosion or a complete nightmare for foreigners. Here's how these scam-busting legends handled everything from spicy candy to Ayurvedic cow urine: Hajmola—The tangy tablet that shocked everyone: First up was Hajmola, a small digestive tablet popular in India and eaten like a candy. It is commonly made with black salt and traditional herbs and delivers a sour pinch with a sulphuric undertone. While at the moment, Pierogi popped it in; he can be seen immediately gagging in the video, describing it as 'rotten sulphur eggs with lemon.' On the other hand, the Art from Trilogy Media pushed through a few chews, with tears in his eyes, before calling it a crime against candy. While Deyo enjoyed it like a kid. Uncle Chips (mint masala): The surprise crowd-pleaser: The next was Uncle Chips, a classic Indian potato chip with flavours of mint, black pepper, turmeric, and cumin. To everyone's surprise, these were a massive hit. 'Yo, these are amazing!' said Matt, reaching for more. Pulse Kachcha Aam: The candy that tricks you: Next comes the deceptive Pulse Kachcha Aam, a raw mango candy with a tangy outer shell and a spicy masala centre. It started with all smiles, sweet, sour, and familiar. But once the spicy core hit, reactions turned dramatic. Rajnigandha Paan Masala—Minty Fresh or Too Strange?: After that, the group tried Rajnigandha Paan Masala, a tobacco-free mouth freshener with crushed betel nut and intense minty notes, and the reactions were extremely hilarious. Godhan Ark (Gau Mutra)—The ultimate dare: Last but not least was the Godhan Ark, a distilled form of gau mutra (cow urine) used in Ayurvedic medicine for treating diseases like obesity, diabetes, and cough. This is also a traditional drink used in religious or medicinal contexts, rather than as a food. However, during the challenge, people hesitated but tried it. Netizens react to the reactions of the YouTubers trying out Indian flavours As soon as the video dropped on the internet, it quickly went viral, and people shared their reactions to the same. One user in the YouTube comment section wrote, "I respect traditional practices, but it's important to separate cultural beliefs from health choices. Stay safe and informed!" "Being an Indian I wouldn't have that last one. I'd have the same reaction as these guys," another added. "Karl could have taken down the entire centre implementing a taste testing session 😆... Poor Deyo looked terrified:)" To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vereigen Media Proves That Real Lead Generation Starts with Real Consent and Real Engagement
From top tech brands to cybersecurity leaders, B2B marketers trust Vereigen Media to deliver high-intent leads without compromise. AUSTIN, Texas, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the dynamic B2B marketing landscape, where inboxes are overflowing and third-party data reigns supreme, Vereigen Media is flipping the script: real lead generation begins with real engagement, and real consent. While many vendors outsource to aggregators, Vereigen Media delivers verified content engagement with first-party data all in-house. This approach empowers technology, SaaS, cybersecurity, and enterprise brands to reach high-intent decision-makers without compromising trust, compliance, or results. From Clicks to Conversations: Consent Comes First Unlike traditional lead gen providers, Vereigen Media never relies on third-party aggregators or scraped lists. Every lead comes from clear, first-party consent. The Verified Content Engagement solution enables prospects to genuinely engage with content. That means a prospect has engaged with the content before we validate or deliver a lead. No guessing. No praying. Just verified, data-backed its Verified Content Engagement program, Vereigen Media validates attention and not just clicks. Leads are only passed once, time-on-content thresholds are met, removing the guesswork and guaranteeing interest. Technology and Trust: Built for Performance and ComplianceVereigen Media's proprietary demand generation stack is built around user consent, context, and conversion. Key offerings include: VM Engage: A programmatic digital ad solution that uses first-party data and optimizes in real-time driving high-intent engagement on owned properties. Verified Content Engagement: Leads are only validated when the prospects have genuinely engaged with your content, building trust, maximizing ROI, and ensuring compliance. Event Registrations: Proprietary digital and in-house tools connect with decision-makers and guarantee event registrations through first-party targeting and real-time validation Zero Outsourcing. Full Accountability. Vereigen Media's 'zero outsourcing' policy ensures full control over quality, compliance, and customer experience. They stand out from competitors, handling everything in-house, unlike many competitors who rely on third-party aggregators. This ensures greater transparency and builds trust. In today's world, this approach is critical because mishandling data can cause regulatory problems, harm your brand, and drain your marketing budget. Proven Results from Trusted B2B Brands From leading technology companies to cybersecurity giants, Vereigen Media has become the go to partner for scalable, ethical, and effective growth Success Highlights: ServiceNow: Achieved a 90% lead-to-MQL conversion rate, with less than 1% replacement needed. AnyDesk: 8%+ engagement rate and highest Q4 ROI from any marketing program. Cybersecurity Client: High-quality ABM-targeted leads integrated seamlessly into existing Generation, Reimagined for Today The future of a lead generation is ethical, engaging, and in-house. Vereigen Media's privacy-first model ensures every lead is sourced through real interaction, backed by first-party data, and verified by real humans. Discover how verified, privacy-first leads drive real results!Connect with Vereigen Media today! We invite you to schedule a strategy session with Vereigen Media today and discover the difference. Leads. Done Right. About Vereigen Media:Vereigen Media is a fully in-house B2B demand generation company helping enterprise brands build compliant, scalable, and high-performing marketing programs. The company uses first-party data, human verification, and verified content syndication to generate sales-ready leads without any outsourcing. They have access to over 107 million first-party contacts. Vereigen Media empowers clients to market with confidence and integrity. Contact:Manraj Singh - Marketing ManagerVereigen Media LLCEmail: marketing@ +1 512-240-2212 (US) A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Arabian Post
14-07-2025
- Arabian Post
UAE Residents Trapped by Sophisticated Fake‑Invoice Scam
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai authorities have issued a warning after a surge in phishing emails impersonating companies such as McAfee Security and PayPal. These messages falsely claim that debit transactions of around AED 1,400 or AED 2,200 have been processed, instructing recipients to cancel the payment within 24 hours. The ruse prompts panicked victims to call a provided number, where scammers gain remote access to their computers and harvest sensitive personal and financial data. Law enforcement agencies in the emirates highlight this scam as a sophisticated iteration of classic technical support fraud. Dubai Police reported nearly 500 arrests related to phone-based fraud last year, while Sharjah Police uncovered another gang that misused remote-access prompts to defraud residents of AED 3 million via 173 bank accounts. Cybercrime units from across the UAE have reiterated that legitimate companies never solicit remote access, issue invoices from personal accounts, or demand immediate cancellation via unsolicited calls. ADVERTISEMENT Cybersecurity experts confirm that such scams operate by embedding urgency and trusted branding within fraudulent invoices. In some cases, genuine McAfee or PayPal logos are used, with phishing emails exploiting official domains like '@paypal. com' to evade security filters. Most alarmingly, McAfee Labs noted that PayPal-related phishing attempts have spiked sevenfold compared to a month earlier, indicating that cybercriminals are increasingly refining their tactics. These email scams typically follow a multi-stage process. Victims first receive a customised invoice claiming unauthorised charges. Alarmed by the sum, recipients are directed to call a phone number that leads to a scam call centre. Once connected, scammers initiate remote access software—such as AnyDesk—using the pretext of 'fraud prevention', and subsequently extract bank details, personal data and in some cases install malware. Anecdotal evidence from victims underscores the psychological impact of the scam's design. One government employee from Dubai reported receiving an email from someone named 'Jarred' bearing a McAfee invoice. Convinced that she had skipped a subscription renewal, she reached out via the provided number to cancel. Similar stories have surfaced across the UAE, often involving the extraction of remote passwords and sensitive credentials. Authorities emphasise vigilance. They advise members of the public to verify any invoice or billing-related email by visiting official websites or contacting customer support via verified communication channels. Users should never allow remote access in response to unsolicited calls. Globally, this scam mirrors trends seen in the UK and North America. Consumer watchdog Which? identified parallel phishing campaigns wherein emails purporting to be from McAfee or AVG warned of antivirus renewals. These messages aimed to persuade users to scan QR codes or download malicious software to seize device control. York University's Information Security team also identified fake McAfee renewal notices that claimed subscription charges had been processed, urging recipients to call to reverse the transaction, only to be prompted for remote access. PayPal's system has also been exploited via its official invoice and address‑confirmation tools. Scammers can trigger legitimate PayPal alerts by entering a user's email, bypassing email filters and lending credibility to the scam. Subsequent messages urge recipients to call fake 'support' phone numbers, leading to remote-control software installation under the guise of account verification. Security specialists recommend the following countermeasures: Always verify invoices by logging into the official company site or app rather than interacting with email links or phone numbers. Inspect email senders carefully to ensure they match legitimate company domains. Avoid granting remote access or installing software when prompted by unsolicited callers claiming to represent vendors. Register suspicious emails with relevant authorities—PayPal's phishing email forwarding service, and McAfee's scam reporting email addresses are official avenues. Email marketing firms and cybersecurity analysts also note that the sharp rise in such scams reflects a broader shift by criminals towards hybrid phishing campaigns that combine urgency, trusted branding and remote access elements. Authorities across the UAE continue to intensify public awareness efforts, urging residents to scrutinise any invoices involving unfamiliar charges above AED 1,000.
