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blackmail on the internet, defamation on the internet, internet scam blackmail, online blackmail
Research published last year exploring dating site scams, which have typically persuaded victims to send money, shows scammers are now focusing more on social networking sites – blackmailing victims with photos, videos and records of explicit or incriminating chats.
Cyber scams take advantage of hope and trust | Society | The Guardian
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