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Rishika Desai
Threat researcher and writer at Bfore.ai (Before AI) who investigates abuse of social media advertising and ad-account rental schemes used in online fraud.
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Jan 15, 2026
• 51min
When a scammer meets the Force.
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Rishika Desai, a Threat Researcher and Writer at Bfore.ai, dives into the dark world of social media ad-account rentals exploited by scammers. She reveals how fraudsters cleverly use synthetic identities and fake documents to create these accounts, amplifying their malicious campaigns. The discussion sheds light on the psychological tactics behind romance scams, including emotional manipulation and the impact on legitimate businesses. Plus, a hilarious Reddit entry shows a listener using Star Wars to fend off a scammer, proving that the Force can indeed be with you!
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