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Digital assets after death: Managing risks to your loved one’s digital estate

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Digital assets after death: Managing risks to your loved one’s digital estate

Fraudsters commonly exploit deceased individuals' accounts and target their grieving relatives. The article provides guidance on protecting digital assets and accounts after death to prevent scam victimization.

Why it matters: All individuals and families should understand account recovery and access protocols; practitioners advising on security posture need to address post-mortem account risks and heir protection.

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