Too good to be true? Job scams on the rise as finance, IT and healthcare sectors become prime targets

A new report from Heimdal has revealed that job seekers around the world are being targeted by scams that exploit job seekers in sectors such as finance, information technology and healthcare.

Based on an analysis of more than 2,670 social media posts and comments from victims in 2023 and 2024, the report highlights common tactics used by scammers, the industries most affected, and the emotional toll these scams take on their victims.

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