# Charity impersonation following disasters or public tragedies | Dead Internet Theory

Dead Internet Theory: Disasters and public tragedies create a rush to help, which scammers exploit with fake charities and copied identities. Independent verification matters more than the emotional urgency of the appeal.

https://switchboardtechservices.com/articles/dit-charity-impersonation-following-disasters-or-public-tragedies/

By Switchboard Tech Services · Originally published 2026-04-11

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Created: 2026-10-17T00:09:35.438796+00:00

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Original source: https://switchboardtechservices.com/articles/dit-charity-impersonation-following-disasters-or-public-tragedies/