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TechCrunch warns of increasing scams where individuals impersonate their reporters and event staff to extract sensitive information from companies. These impersonators mimic media inquiries, sometimes using fake email addresses or even adopting the identities of real staff, making verification difficult. The goal is likely account takeover or data theft, particularly targeting tech companies. TechCrunch advises recipients to verify the legitimacy of the contact by checking the TechCrunch staff page and contacting the staff member directly. Vigilance is crucial to protect your company and preserve the trust journalists rely on.
