TechnologyStudy Reveals 'Engineered Brain Freeze' Tricks Educated Professionals
A study by IIT Madras reveals that even highly educated professionals like IT experts, bankers, doctors, and cybersecurity-certified individuals fall victim to financial cyber fraud. Scammers exploit a mental trap called "engineered brain freeze," inducing fear and stress to impair clear thinking. Victims often face scams during stressful life events, including investment fraud, job scams, and digital payment fraud, highlighting sophisticated tactics used in India.
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