Hypnotist Robert Temple Sentenced for Hacking and Selling Women's Intimate Photos
Temple exploited his entertainment skills to breach privacy and profit from cryptocurrency, facing legal consequences.
- Robert Temple, a UK hypnotist, was jailed for eight months for hacking into women's accounts and selling their intimate photos.
- He exploited his stage skills for social engineering, hacking social media to fulfill specific requests for intimate images.
- Victims, including Ellie Norman, were approached under false pretenses, leading to identity theft and unauthorized use of personal photos.
- The police investigation revealed Temple's operation on an online forum targeting women, with thousands reported hacked in the past year.
- Authorities emphasize the importance of strong, unique passwords and 2-step verification to protect against such cybercrimes.