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Big data breach! 7.5 million BoAt Lifestyle customers' data surfaced on dark web

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Personal data of over 7.5 million customers of boAt Lifestyle, a prominent audio products and smartwatches manufacturer, has reportedly been found on the dark web. The breach compromised sensitive information such as customer names, addresses, contact numbers, and email IDs. The leaked dataset poses significant risks of financial fraud, phishing, and identity theft for affected individuals. This breach highlights the potential consequences for companies in terms of lost trust, legal actions, and reputational damage. Experts warn of the possibility of increased scams targeting affected customers using the stolen data.