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> Why do a disproportionate number of these scams seem to originate from Nigeria?

We (Romania) prefer to steal credit card numbers instead. Less work and instant benefits!



Not sure if you're being facetious or if this is actually more prevalent.

I haven't been to Romania but did notice and personally experience credit card numbers being stolen in Greece, especially in tourist areas in Athens, presumably via skimmers.


As far as I know our guys mostly do it through online stuff. Basically script kiddies: high-school dropouts with nothing better to do.




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