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Cybersecurity News: E-Z Pass Scam, Dead Internet Theory & $16.6B FBI Report

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Join The Audit for a news-packed episode as cybersecurity expert Matt Starland recounts a chilling near-miss with an E-Z Pass phishing scam—received just minutes after renting a car in Florida. His close call highlights how scammers exploit timing and context to deceive even seasoned professionals.

In this episode, we discuss:

How a security pro nearly fell for a perfectly timed phishing text
The FBI’s 2023 Internet Crime Report and its $16.6B warning
Why nearly $5B in losses hit Americans over 60—and why many stay silent
The psychological barriers victims face when reporting cybercrime
The rise of the “Dead Internet Theory” and AI-generated online content
How Meta and others are blurring the line between real and artificial
Practical ways to spot AI-generated interactions
Why maintaining human connection is key in the age of AI

Don’t miss this timely conversation packed with real-world insights and strategies to help you stay secure in an increasingly digital (and artificial) world.

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Chapters

1. Episode Introduction and Announcements (00:00:00)

2. EasyPass Toll Phishing Campaigns (00:03:03)

3. Record Cybercrime Losses in 2023 (00:16:38)

4. Dead Internet Theory and Meta's AI Bots (00:24:34)

5. AI Customer Service Experiences (00:32:19)

6. Protecting Kids from Digital Risks (00:39:12)

7. Closing Thoughts and Contact Information (00:44:27)

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