Nick Francis

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AI Impersonation: How to Verify Clients & Suppliers in the Age of AI

AI has made supplier fraud harder to spot. Fake documents, convincing emails and deepfake calls can look completely legit. This guide shows practical, risk-based verification steps, from quick checks for low-value suppliers to proper due diligence for high-value relationships, plus the one bank-details rule that prevents most fraud.

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Parental Monitoring App vs Stalkerware: What’s the Difference?

Parental controls and stalkerware can look similar on paper, but the difference isn’t the tool, it’s how it’s used. This guide breaks down what separates open, safety-led monitoring from hidden surveillance, why advanced monitoring apps can toe the line, and when it may be appropriate to escalate.

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How to Create a Digital Honesty Agreement

A digital honesty agreement gives couples a simple way to talk about AI, set expectations and avoid misunderstandings. This guide shows you what it is, why it matters and how to create one that works best for your relationship.

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The Family Guide to AI: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Adapt

AI isn’t just changing tech, it’s changing childhood. From smart toys to homework helpers, artificial intelligence is already shaping how kids learn, play, and connect. This simple 101 guide helps families understand what AI really is, where it shows up in everyday life, and how to keep it safe and balanced at home and in schools.

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mSpy vs Qustodio: Which Will Really Protect Your Kids?

Most parental control apps promise safety, but very few show the full story. In this honest mSpy vs Qustodio review, I look at real visibility: deleted chats, hidden apps, pricing and all features to see what parents can actually learn when things start to go wrong.

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The Hidden Dangers of Social Media: Sexting, Bullying & More

I spent two years researching the hidden dangers of social media. What I found completely knocked me off my seat. In this guide I break down everything from common cyberbullying tactics to sextortion rings., and explain how it works, how to identify the signs, and how to protect against it.

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Sterling Review 2025: Trusted by Big Brands, Worth It for You?

Sterling has built its reputation on handling background checks for some of the world’s largest companies. The promise is clear: fast, accurate, and compliant screening at scale. But does that same level of service translate when you’re a smaller business hiring a handful of people? I dug into Sterling’s process, pricing, and user experience to see if the premium reputation really matches day-to-day results.

(Note: In late 2024, Sterling was acquired by First Advantage, another leading screening company, in a $2.2B deal. The Sterling brand is currently transitioning to First Advantage’s name, but for this review we’ll refer to the product as ‘Sterling’ since the platform and services remain the same.)

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Spynger Review (2025): Can It Really Catch a Cheater?

I spent two weeks testing Spynger with my wife in a fully consensual setup to see exactly how it performs in real-world use, and yes, she knew I was testing spy software on her phone, which probably makes us the only couple in history to voluntarily sign up for this level of scrutiny. We installed it on her Android phone, monitored activity for two weeks, and compared what appeared in the dashboard with her actual movements and messages. I also read through more than 185 user reviews to confirm our findings lined up with the broader user experience.

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