Cyber Geek Girl is a blogger and writer who has been through many challenges in life, but is still here to tell the tale!
She loves technology, gadgets, cyber security, writing, heavy metal music, writing and her GSD/Husky cross dog. This blog is a window to her world.and she can be contacted via hello@cybergeekgirl.co.uk
How to Safeguard Against Emotional Targeting on Social Media
As someone who has spent over a decade in cyber security and cyberpsychology, I've witnessed firsthand how sophisticated digital manipulation has become. Social media platforms don't just collect our data; they study our emotional patterns, vulnerabilities, and...
What is Emotional Targeting in Social Media
Imagine if a shop assistant followed you around all day, noting when you looked sad, stressed, or insecure, then positioned products right in front of you at those exact vulnerable moments. That's essentially what emotional targeting does, except it's happening in...
Why I Hate Being Labelled as an “Infosec Influencer”
Inspired by the BSides Cheltenham 2025 Infosec Influencers Panel Discussion with Ian Thornton-Trump, Daniel Card and Sophia McCall. In the cyber security community, there's a growing tension between those who build genuine expertise through decades of hands-on work...
When Legends Die: Why the Death of Ozzy Osbourne Feels So Personal to Me
On 5 July 2025, I sat on my sofa with the lights dimmed, my home cinema system deployed and my heart full of anticipation. The livestream from Villa Park in Birmingham flickered to life on my screen, and I could hardly believe what I was witnessing: Black Sabbath,...
Endometriosis and Exercise: What Movements Help vs. Harm
Living with endometriosis comes with a multitude of challenges, from chronic pain to fatigue and disruptions in daily routines. For many women, finding effective ways to manage symptoms is an ongoing journey. Exercise is often mentioned as a positive strategy for...
Poem: Thank You Prince of Darkness – A Tribute To Ozzy Osbourne
A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne You taught us darkness held no fear,That broken voices could still sing,Through Birmingham's grey streets you rose,With thunder in your heavy wings. From Black Sabbath's birth to your solo flight,You showed the world that pain could...
In Tribute: Reflections on the Loss of Ozzy Osbourne RIP
When the news broke that Ozzy Osbourne had passed away on 22 July 2025, I felt as though a mighty chapter of music history had come to an end, I was absolutely heartbroken. For me, and I know for so many others, Ozzy was more than a singer. He was a symbol of...
The Hidden Barriers That Stop People Finding Health Services Online
Accessing healthcare through online searches should be simple. Yet, many people face challenges when trying to find local services. Dental practices often feel this gap more than most. Even those that invest in their websites struggle to appear in relevant search...
The Coldplay Kiss Cam Catastrophe: A Cyber Security Perspective on Digital Privacy and Public Exposure
If you've been living under a rock this week then you might have missed the absolutely bonkers situation that unfolded at a Coldplay concert in Massachusetts. Now, many of you know that I am much more of a heavy metal and rock fan, although I do like Coldplay, I don’t...
An Open Letter To Event Organisers
Dear event organisers, Please could I make a plea to you all? If you are organising any in person events or conferences during the summer months, and if the event falls during hot weather or a heatwave, could you please ensure that the venue you plan to hold the event...
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