A report reveals that 20% of new domains worldwide are used for scams, threatening digital trust and requiring increased caution for users and businesses in the Middle East.

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Report: 20% of New Domains Worldwide Are Scams — A Crisis Threatening Digital Trust in the Middle East

The Trust Crisis in New Domains

FAQ

What is the DNS system?

The Domain Name System is the internet's directory that translates names to IP addresses, but it has become a vector for fraud.

How does this affect internet users in the Middle East?

It increases the risk of falling victim to phishing and scams, especially with growing reliance on digital services in the region.

What can businesses do to protect themselves?

Use DNS filtering tools, verify domains, and train employees to spot fraud.

Source: Simon Willison (LLM & tools)

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