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How Social Engineering Works — Unlocked 403 Podcast S2E6

🔍 In this episode of Unlocked 403, host Becks speaks with Alena Košinárová, a software engineer at ESET, to unpack the psychological tactics behind social engineering and why people fall for scams even when they know better. They discuss how public information and social media amplify attackers' effectiveness and outline practical measures to reduce exposure. The segment balances behavioral insight with clear, actionable defenses.

Cryptocurrency ATMs Facilitate Scams and Extract High Fees

🪙Cryptocurrency ATMs are being used as vectors for fraud and exploitation, with operators charging steep, often opaque fees that compound victims’ losses. Scammers frequently direct victims to ATMs to purchase crypto on their behalf, effectively outsourcing the money transfer while the ATM companies continue to profit. At best, operators appear indifferent to the harm caused; regulators and industry participants need clearer accountability and consumer protections to address these systemic issues.