The author recounts his experience with identity theft, warning about the rising prevalence and sophistication of scams. He explains that personal data, including identification, login credentials, and financial information, can be easily purchased online due to data breaches and the growth of the Dark Web. The author recommends ways to protect oneself from identity theft, such as using wallet apps for transactions, setting bank notification thresholds low, and safeguarding Social Security numbers, especially those of children.
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Group-IB’s Threat Intelligence and Defence Centre Equip Undergraduates with Sophisticated Cybersecurity Technologies to Boost Threat Analysis and Enhance Cyber Resilience for Campus Start-ups
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