Cyber Crime

1
  • Level 1 - No technical knowledge required
  • Level 2 - Moderately technical
  • Level 3 - Technical
Find other resources of level 1 Find other resources of type PDF Download resource Cryptocurrency Scam Guidance

Cryptocurrency Scam Guidance

This guide offers a clear overview of how cryptocurrencies function, explains why they are attractive to fraudsters and sets out the common types of scams (such as investment schemes, imposter frauds and romance scams) that misuse crypto‑assets. It includes practical advice on both spotting warning signs and protecting yourself.

The guide is designed to help you stay safe in the fast‑moving world of crypto and recognise when things may be too good to be true.

Related resources

Sextortion Guidance

Sextortion is sexual extortion where the victim is exploited through threat of the exposure of intimate images and is usually for financial gain or as a means of controlling behaviour. Police Scotland have provided information and advice on how to […]

Read more Sextortion Guidance in modal dialog

Cyber Essentials Certificate Search

The IASME Cyber Essentials Certificate Search is to verify the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification of an organisation. Use this to check whether an organisation holds Cyber Essentials certification to support supplier assurance.

Read more Cyber Essentials Certificate Search in modal dialog

Training for Small Organisations and Charities

The training demonstrates how you can improve your organisation’s resilience, and covers five key areas. You’ll explore each of these topics by navigating several encounters a small business owner may have with cyber security over the course of a week, […]

Read more Training for Small Organisations and Charities in modal dialog
Back to top of the page