SCRAMBLE: Knicks employees expecting free championship rings received mandatory cybersecurity training instead
The New York Knicks have faced criticism after sending employees an email promising complimentary NBA championship rings that turned out to be a cybersecurity exercise.
Staff members who accepted the invitation were reportedly required to complete cybersecurity training instead of receiving jewellery commemorating the franchise's historic victory.
The incident involved workers at Madison Square Garden, where expectations of receiving championship memorabilia had already grown following the team's successful season.
The deceptive message circulated in late September, offering recipients…
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