Rise in money stolen from social media account hijacking in the UK
The Guardian · October 4, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Criminals have increasingly hacked into social media and email accounts, using the identities to sell fake event tickets. The total amount stolen has increased by over 400% in one year, according to official UK data.
Why it matters
This trend highlights the growing risk of identity theft through social media platforms.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you use social media to buy event tickets?
You may be at risk of losing money to scams where criminals impersonate your friends or family to sell fake tickets. This trend highlights the importance of verifying the authenticity of ticket offers before making a purchase.
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