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Think you’re too smart to be scammed? Think again.

May 10, 2024
22:46
Snipd AI
David Reevely, cybersecurity expert, discusses the rise of sophisticated scams including fake online shops, impersonation tactics, and crypto schemes. He highlights how even educated individuals can fall victim and provides tips on how to protect against evolving scam methods.
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Quick takeaways

  • Scammers use non-committal inquiries to befriend targets and extract personal information.
  • Even educated individuals are vulnerable to scams due to increased online presence and sophisticated schemes.

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Scamming Techniques and Strategies

Scammers are employing new techniques to target individuals, such as initiating non-committal inquiries to establish contact. By feigning familiarity through text messages, scammers aim to befriend their targets and extract personal information. The scams can either directly target individuals or exploit them to breach cyber security, showcasing a dual approach to manipulation and data extraction.

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