Chinese nationals arrested for tap-to-pay fraud using mobile wallets linked to phishing scams. They bought gift cards with stolen credit card info, traveling across states. Authorities recovered over $23,000 in gift cards. Scammers utilize a custom Android app for transactions, leveraging stolen data acquired through sophisticated phishing techniques. This highlights vulnerabilities in mobile wallet security and the evolving tactics of cybercriminals.
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