#272 – Brett Johnson: US Most Wanted Cybercriminal
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Inside Cybercrime: Lessons from a Former Criminal
This chapter features a former cybercriminal who shares their journey through the early days of cybercrime, focusing on identity theft and the impact of emerging technologies like PayPal on criminal schemes. Through personal anecdotes and tales of trust and skepticism within online criminal forums, the speaker illustrates the complex dynamics of executing fraud and the evolution of criminal networks. The narrative also explores various fraudulent techniques, including credit card theft and the creation of fake identities for financial gain, revealing both the inner workings and risks associated with a life of cybercrime.
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