Task Scams in 2024: Why You Should Never Pay to Get Paid (and How to Avoid Being Tricked)
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Task Scams in 2024: Why You Should Never Pay to Get Paid (and How to Avoid Being Tricked)

Let’s be honest: life is expensive right now. The cost of groceries, gas, rent—just about everything—seems to climb every month. So it’s no surprise that side hustles and quick online gigs look more tempting than ever. If someone offered you an easy way to earn extra money from your phone, wouldn’t you at least consider…

The Hidden Threat: How North Korean IT Worker Scams Are Infiltrating Global Tech and Manufacturing
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The Hidden Threat: How North Korean IT Worker Scams Are Infiltrating Global Tech and Manufacturing

Imagine hiring a seemingly perfect software developer who dazzles in interviews, quickly becomes a top performer, and blends seamlessly into your remote team—only to discover months later that the worker is part of a sophisticated North Korean operation siphoning company secrets and funds. Sound far-fetched? Microsoft and U.S. authorities say it’s happening right now, at…