# Impersonated friends requesting emergency financial help | Dead Internet Theory

Dead Internet Theory: Emergency-money scams exploit the trust attached to a familiar name, account, or voice. FTC guidance recommends verifying the story through a separate contact method before sending money.

https://switchboardtechservices.com/articles/dit-impersonated-friends-requesting-emergency-financial-help/

By Switchboard Tech Services · Originally published 2026-04-05

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