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Scam Inc 3: The bottom line

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Unveiling Scam Inc: The Dark Side of Cryptocurrency

This chapter explores the transition of an intelligence officer to open-source intelligence and their current role in tracking cryptocurrency transactions within the context of rising scams. It provides an in-depth look at the horrifying realities of individuals falling victim to organized scams, including extortion and ransom in Myanmar. Through the lens of blockchain analytics, it uncovers the sophisticated, corporate-like structures of scam operations, highlighting their global reach and the collaborative efforts to combat this growing industry.

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