• The $230 million crypto handbag heist, and misinformation on social media

  • Sep 25 2024
  • Length: 36 mins
  • Podcast

The $230 million crypto handbag heist, and misinformation on social media

  • Summary

  • Two men are accused of stealing almost a quarter of a billion dollars from one person's cryptocurrency wallet, but why on earth would they be handing out handbags to strangers? And social media comes under the spotlight once more, as we ask if you are delving into misinformation in your most private moments...All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by cybersecurity veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language.Episode links:ZachXBT’s thread on Twitter.Indictment Charges Two in $230 Million Cryptocurrency Scam - Department of Justice.Two men arrested one month after $230 million of cryptocurrency stolen from a single victim - Bitdefender.Skylar Harrison tells her handbag story - TikTok.Social media’s role in fueling extremism and misinformation in a divided political climate - PBS News.Misinformation on social media - statistics & facts - Pew Research.Social Media and News Fact Sheet, 2024 - Pew Research Center.Cribbage JD - Play Online - Cardsjd.Paddlers Cribbage - L.L. Bean.Smashing Security merchandise (t-shirts, mugs, stickers and stuff)Sponsored by:SentinelOne - secure and protect every aspect of your cloud in real-time.1Password Extended Access Management – Secure every sign-in for every app on every device.Vanta – Expand the scope of your security program with market-leading compliance automation… while saving time and money. Smashing Security listeners get $1000 off!SUPPORT THE SHOW:Tell your friends and colleagues about “Smashing Security”, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser.Become a supporter via Patreon or Apple Podcasts for ad-free episodes and our early-release feed!...
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