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How Fake Job Seekers Are Stealing Remote Jobs
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10:13Now PlayingDeepfake job applicants are on the rise, with 17% of 1,000 U.S. hiring managers surveyed reporting encounters with them, according to Resume Genius. These candidates raise concerns about IT security, remote work, and national security. Not only are some nefarious actors, but at a minimum, they are adding “sand to the gears” of U.S. recruitment practices at a time when the job market is already very difficult for applicants. Watch the video above to learn how fake candidates can harm businesses and how to fight back.
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Produced by: Anuz Thapa
Reporting by: Hugh Son
Edited by: Andrea Miller
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How Fake Job Seekers Are Stealing Remote Jobs
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