Mary Had a Little Scam Report
Discover the latest information on global tech support scams in this episode of Security Unlocked. Hosted by Nic Fillingham and Natalia Godyla, the show explores insights gained from surveying over 16,000 individuals in 16 different countries. The prevalence of tech support scams continues to grow with three in five people experiencing them globally and one in six people giving their money or personal information to the scammers. This episode features Mary Jo Schrade, Asia Regional Lead for Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit, revealing which regions are being targeted the most and providing tips on how to help those who may be susceptible to these scams. In addition, you'll learn how to recover lost money after being scammed. While scam awareness is on the rise globally, certain demographic groups remain particularly susceptible. Tune in to stay informed on the latest developments in tech support scam trends.
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