Matt Burgess
Journalist covering privacy and information security who has reported on large smishing operations such as the Smishing Triad and how text scams are distributed.
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Nov 2, 2025 • 31min
That text is a scam
In this engaging discussion, reporter Alex Salmon shares his first-hand experience with a text-message job scam, unraveling the deceptive tactics employed by scammers. Former prosecutor Erin West reveals the dark reality of trafficked workers trapped in scam operations, detailing their harrowing experiences. Journalist Matt Burgess tackles the intricate workings of smishing syndicates and the perpetual cycle of scams. Together, they expose the grim mechanics behind these scams and offer practical advice to protect against them.
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Nov 2, 2025 • 31min
That text is a scam
Join investigative minds Alex Salmon, a Slate reporter who engaged with a smishing job scam, Matt Burgess of Wired delving into how these scams proliferate, and Erin West, a former prosecutor turning the spotlight on human trafficking linked to scam call centers. They unravel the mechanics behind scam texts, the shocking conditions in scam compounds, and the disturbing intersection of crime and exploitation. Discover how to recognize and combat these pervasive threats while learning about the dark underbelly of scams that prey on the unsuspecting.
