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A new breed of crypt scammer targets lonely hearts and the elderly

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Eva Crouwel, head of global crime at Luno, explains how criminals have adapted their game, and are now targeting those in search on love online, as well as the elderly.

26 Oct 2021 English South Africa Tech News · Investing

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