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Episode 209: Unmasking the North Korean IT Scam

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Unveiling the Laptop Farm Scheme

This chapter explores the shocking operation of a woman running a laptop farm to facilitate North Korean IT workers posing as American employees. It reveals the intricate details of how stolen identities and sophisticated technology are used to connect these workers with U.S. companies, raising serious concerns about international cybercrime. The chapter also discusses the broader implications of this scheme, including its ties to North Korea's nuclear ambitions and ongoing efforts to combat such illicit activities.

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