Beating Scammers at Their Own Game | Super Users

It's hacker versus scammer. Scam baiter @JimBrowning beats call center scammers at their own game. He’s able to hack their computer systems and watch their every move as they try to trick people out of their life savings.

The scammers target anyone – and they will drain all of your money if they get the chance. But if he’s lucky and quick to act, Jim can save the victims just in time.

In our series Super Users, VICE World News explores the latest technology being used to fight crime, trafficking, climate change and social injustice.

00:00 Intro
01:08 What is Scam Baiting?
03:01 How Scammers Get Your Personal Information
06:26 The People Who Work in Scam Call Centres

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[idkbruhimhigh]

Jim Browning is a gem in this world. Glad Vice is giving him coverage.

[Olole]

Him admitting to being scammed himself goes to show how much he's devoted to spreading awareness

[sarahaeschliman]

the man crying saying he suffers from depression makes me completely crumble. God bless and protect that man.

[bandaddict]

Jim getting the recognition he’s been deserved for years he’s taken down countless call centers and scammers from all over the world keep kicking ass Jim!

[KarlRock]

Jim is the definition of Super User. Awesome to see you on Vice!

[nicbarrax]

Jim is being modest. He's not a hacker scam hunter, he's a FUCKING LEGEND!

[priyahansdasagun]

Awesome work, *TECH SAFE GUARDIAN* ! It's so satisfying to see you putting in the effort to stop those shady characters. Protecting the public, especially the elderly, from those despicable con artists is crucial. You truly deserve recognition and appreciation for keeping us secure. I'm thrilled for you because you're my sibling. Your accomplishments definitely make you a strong contender for the Nobel Peace Prize. Keep up the outstanding

[RanJita-cjvg]

We need more immeasurably wise and compassionate humans like you on this planet. Thank you for sharing *sentinel Recover* . I bet I'm not alone when I say this video found me at the perfect moment, and there are a lot of things here that I needed to hear right now.

[SpencerB]

This man has bridged the gap between trolling and serving justice.

[sunriseboy]

See, this guy actually achieves something. No crap. No cheering. Just gets on and gets the job done.
Absolutely well done!

[APM]

The efficiency of this *TECH SAFE GUARDIAN* is next level. To juggle walk throughs of various angles on the topic delivered to-camera, differnet content per topic from various folks underneath the umbrella of the track list of the larger big band concert itself is engaging and refined. To make a dense access like this so digestible is really something. Awesome work james!!

[hartdos]

This channel is the sole exception where I haven't skipped the promo ads. Your finesse in effortlessly integrating promotional content within your videos is genuinely impressive. Sometimes, it takes a moment to recognize that you're endorsing anything; I commend *sentinel Recover* for your adept execution in this aspect

[heyabasu]

As an Indian I want to say thank you for what you do. It's a real shame that India is a safe heaven for these scammers. Unfortunately scam call centers for Indian victims and American victims are very different. Even in India millions of people get scammed everyday by these low lives. My father and uncle both got scammed unfortunately and there was nothing much we could do. My uncle lost his full life savings. Many people in India also resort to committing suicide after they get scammed since they have no money and no help.

[TheDripLane]

The way those bastards smile and laugh while stealing money from innocent people makes my blood boil. Kudos to Jim for what he does. 👏

[Vaibhavkukkadgaon]

There is no doubt that you will rise fast at the apex of your career *TECH SAFE GUARDIAN* . Because you are a very intelligent, smart, hard worker and your work ethic par excellence. Keep going People like you take the IM out of IMpossible by becoming PRO at tackling PROblems. You Rock!

[FiremanN]

The way you approached this project added so much to it. It’s great to see how your unique perspective contributed to the outcome. The role you play on your job *TECH SAFE GUARDIAN* is crucial. I really appreciate the constructive feedback you give to me regularly

[PFC]

The banking industry should hire Jim and give him a team to combat these jerks.

[TheNexusChan]

Jim Browning is legitimately the best anti-scammer around

[SMGAMING]

It just kept glitching on me when i tried this video tutorial. Thank you for this video firstly & Secondly thank you *sentinel Recover* I can’t get to the part of video selfie meeting you was a blessing in disguise. Keep up with the good work a lot of people will be needing your assistance in the nearest future.