# Ghost Accounts: Voices of the Vanished - Online Identity Theft Exposed
Join cybersecurity expert Finn Hack in this riveting episode exploring digital deception in our connected world. Discover three shocking cases of online identity theft: a retired teacher's costly romance with a Brad Pitt deepfake, a digital artist whose online presence was hijacked by criminals, and a phantom wildfire charity that siphoned cryptocurrency donations through sophisticated botnet operations. Learn crucial security strategies to protect yourself from today's most advanced scams, including AI impersonation, account hijacking, and fraudulent fundraising schemes. Essential listening for anyone who values their digital security in an increasingly deceptive online landscape.