Meta removed 2 million accounts linked to pig butchering scams: Know what it is and how it works

Meta has taken a major step against online scams by removing over two million accounts involved in something called "pig butchering" scams. These scams are elaborate fraud schemes where criminals build fake relationships online to trick people into investing money in bogus plans, often involving cryptocurrency. How the scam works –Scammers send a friendly message or create fake profiles on dating or social media apps. By removing millions of accounts and sharing their findings, Meta hopes to help protect people from falling prey to these scams.