📌 Barbie Hoax Targets Mattel and Fools Some News Outlets Details: → In a recent article from the New York Times, it is discussed how the popular toy company Mattel was recently hoaxed by a woman claiming to be Barbie. The woman, Daryl Hannah, sent an email to Mattel's CEO claiming that she was unhappy with her current job and wanted to retire. In the email, she also attached a "resignation letter" and a headshot of herself. After receiving the email, Mattel conducted an investigation and found that the woman was not actually Barbie. They believe that she may have been trying to gain publicity for herself or for another organization. This story is a reminder that businesses should be cautious when receiving any type of communication from potential employees or customers. Source: NYT