# Hack Diaries: One Victim's Story - Real Phishing Attacks of 2025
Join cybersecurity expert Finn Hack for an eye-opening examination of three devastating scams from early 2025. Discover how Coinbase users lost $46 million to sophisticated phishing, why government impersonation fraud spiked 25%, and how a healthcare FSA scam nearly drained a postdoc's savings. This episode delivers practical protection strategies against evolving digital threats, from URL verification techniques to recognizing AI-powered voice bots. Learn how everyday distraction makes even tech-savvy users vulnerable and how your awareness can strengthen the human firewall against increasingly sophisticated cybercriminals.