Arizona Woman Jailed for Helping North Korean IT Workers Scam 300+ US Companies
Christina Chapman of Arizona faces over eight years in jail for helping North Korean IT workers defraud 309 US companies, including Fortune 500 firms. Her laptop farm and identity theft scheme funneled over $17 million to North Korea. Remember, when hiring remote workers, verify they’re not secretly moonlighting for the Kim Jong-un regime!
Hot Take:
When your side hustle involves helping North Korean IT workers impersonate American citizens and scam over 300 companies, it might be time to rethink your career path. Christina Chapman, you’ve officially taken the phrase “working from home” to new, illicit heights! Now, you’ve got eight years to ponder your choices in a less cozy environment.
Key Points:
- Christina Chapman helped North Korean IT workers infiltrate 309 US companies.
- She operated a “laptop farm” with over 90 machines to deceive companies.
- Chapman’s actions generated over $17 million for North Korea’s regime.
- 68 stolen identities were used in the scheme.
- Victims included Fortune 500 firms and a variety of industries, from media to aerospace.
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