Here's how to avoid pig butchering scams on social media and via text, according to consumer experts at the 'What the Hack' podcast.
Here's how to avoid pig butchering scams on social media and via text, according to consumer experts at the "What the Hack" podcast.
The term refers to a heavily scripted scheme to "beef up" their victims' egos before taking everything they have.It all starts when you receive a mysterious text. The criminal may pretend to be an acquaintance or relative to earn trust before offering "investment opportunities" or requests for money.
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