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€36 Million Scam Targeted Fideuram Chairman Through Fake Intesa CEO Account

Paolo Molesini, chairman of Fideuram, reportedly received a WhatsApp message from a fake account impersonating Intesa CEO Carlo Messina. The report says €95 million initially left the account, while the alleged scam was described as involving €36 million.

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What is happening

According to la Repubblica, the fraud was carried out through a message sent from a false number pretending to belong to Messina. The source reports different amounts: its headline refers to a €36 million scam, while the text says that €95 million initially went out.

Why is it on the Radar?

The report describes an alleged impersonation-based fraud involving senior executives and substantial funds.

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