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Google finds 10,000 fake listings on Google Maps, sues alleged network of scammers

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Google says it uncovered thousands of illegitimate listings, including for fake businesses, on Google Maps .

The scam targeted "duress verticals" services people need in urgent or stressful situations.

The scams ranged from outright fake businesses to legitimate accounts that had been hacked or hijacked.

Google plans to donate any damages it wins in this case to organizations working to fight scams.

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