BEC Losses to Pig Butchering and Investment Scams Reach $3 Billion: A Growing Cybercrime Threat
The rise of cybercrime has become a major threat to businesses and individuals alike. In recent years, the number of cyberattacks has grown exponentially, resulting in billions of dollars in losses. One of the most common types of cybercrime is BEC (Business Email Compromise) scams, which involve criminals impersonating legitimate businesses or individuals in order to steal money or sensitive information. According to the FBI, BEC losses have now reached $3 billion, making it one of the most costly forms of cybercrime.BEC scams typically involve criminals sending emails that appear