Social Media Fraud Focuses Attacks On Truth Social: Cyber Security Today Weekend for January 18, 2025

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Unmasking Social Media Scams: An Interview with Netcraft’s Robert Duncan

In this weekend edition of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love delves into the prevalence of social media scams with Robert Duncan, VP of Product Strategy at Netcraft. The discussion covers various types of fraud dominating social media platforms, particularly focusing on the unique scams prevalent on TruthSocial. They explore how cybercriminals use conversational scams and brand impersonation to defraud unsuspecting users. The episode also highlights startling statistics about online fraud losses and the need for better protections. Additionally, it touches on the complexities of combating cybercrime and the potential for regulatory actions to safeguard users.

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Today
00:21 Interview with Robert Duncan from Netcraft
01:12 Understanding Social Media Scams
06:09 The Role of Crypto in Scams
14:25 Challenges and Responsibilities of Social Media Platforms
23:31 Future Research and Conclusion

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