Online scamsters continue to target the gullible through social media platform
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Online scamsters continue to target the gullible through social media platform

The Hindu  

Social media platform WhatsApp remains one of the favourite hunting grounds for online scamsters who use diverse ploys to cheat the vulnerable, hijack their accounts, malign their reputation, and inflict severe financial losses on them. Recently, complaints about the alleged hacking of WhatsApp accounts have surged, with the cyber police across the State reportedly receiving numerous cases. Different modus operandi Recently, a police officer in rural Alappuzha received three such calls, each employing a different modus operandi. A senior cyber police officer said the WhatsApp-based scam had been ongoing for quite some time, prompting the police to issue several alerts, including through their social media handles.

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Cyber fraud called 'pig butchering scam' targeting unemployed youths: Centre
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1 week, 6 days ago

Cyber fraud called 'pig butchering scam' targeting unemployed youths: Centre

India Today  

A new cyber fraud known as "pig butchering scam" or "investment scam" has emerged, targeting unemployed youths, housewives, students, and needy people who are made to lose large sums of money daily, according to the latest annual report of the Union home ministry. "Google The pig butchering scam, which is believed to have started in China in 2016, targets gullible …

Techie working with DRDO loses Rs 13 lakh while updating KYC for bank
2 weeks ago

Techie working with DRDO loses Rs 13 lakh while updating KYC for bank

India Today  

In yet another case of cyber fraud, scammers managed to dupe a techie of Rs 13 lakh. The victim, employed as a senior technical officer at the Defence Research and Development Organisation in Pune, was contacted by unknown individuals regarding a supposed KYC update linked to his bank account. In his complaint, the victim revealed that in the third week …

WhatsApp tops cyber scam charts: Over 43,000 complaints in 2024’s first quarter, report
2 weeks ago

WhatsApp tops cyber scam charts: Over 43,000 complaints in 2024’s first quarter, report

Live Mint  

Meta-owned WhatsApp has been identified as one of the prime platforms for online scams, followed closely by Telegram and Instagram, according to the latest report from the Union Home Ministry. In the first quarter of 2024 alone, a total of 43,797 complaints regarding cyber frauds through WhatsApp were filed, with 22,680 complaints against Telegram and 19,800 concerning Instagram. The Ministry …

Scam alert! Don’t fall for tempting offers on New Year 2025 e-cards; here’s why
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Scam alert! Don’t fall for tempting offers on New Year 2025 e-cards; here’s why

Live Mint  

With just hours remaining for people to welcome the New Year 2025 and begin celebrations, cybercriminals are ready with their deceptive tactics to deceive victims. Experts have urged people to exercise caution while opening an e-card on WhatsApp wishing them a happy New Year or responding to an automated call promising tempting offers. Jodhpur IGP Vikas Kumar warned people about …

WhatsApp to stop working on older phones, including some samsung Galaxy models, after December 31
3 weeks, 3 days ago

WhatsApp to stop working on older phones, including some samsung Galaxy models, after December 31

India TV News  

WhatsApp boasts over two billion users worldwide and continually rolls out updates to enhance security and improve user experience. This primarily affects devices running older versions of Android, such as Android KitKat—first released in 2013—and even earlier operating systems. Older operating systems often lack the necessary capabilities for these advanced features and can also present security vulnerabilities. Samsung: Galaxy S3, …

Cybercriminals Targeting Officials, Celebs
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Cybercriminals Targeting Officials, Celebs

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Cybercriminals are now using fake profiles of IAS and IPS officers to con people. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, Musharraf Faruqui said, “This has happened a lot of times, they usually message my subordinates, asking for money. As soon as we learn of it, I inform my PR team about putting the message out to make sure nobody falls for …

Downloading apps from WhatsApp? Kerala man lost Rs 4 crore in major scam
1 month ago

Downloading apps from WhatsApp? Kerala man lost Rs 4 crore in major scam

India TV News  

A new case of fraud has emerged involving the WhatsApp messaging app, highlighting a serious risk for users. A man from Tripunithura, Kerala, lost a staggering Rs 4.05 crore after downloading a harmful app using a link sent to him through WhatsApp. While scams on WhatsApp are not new, this situation is particularly alarming because the man was manipulated by …

Cybercriminals Active During Christmas, New Year: TGCSB
1 month ago

Cybercriminals Active During Christmas, New Year: TGCSB

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Christmas and New Year season could bring delightful moments; but the entire season could go for a toss if you unsuspectingly click unverified gift and greetings links from SMSes, WhatsApp messages and social media posts, said Telangana Cyber Security Bureau. The bureau urged the people not to click any unknown links as cybercriminals have planned to target people …

WhatsApp Scams: Government asks Meta to tackle cases of cyber frauds after TRAI's appeal
1 month, 1 week ago

WhatsApp Scams: Government asks Meta to tackle cases of cyber frauds after TRAI's appeal

Live Mint  

Indian government has asked Meta to tackle the growing scams on WhatsApp. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology secretary S Krishnan confirmed that the government had taken up the matter of growing scams with WhatsApp while noting that its an ongoing process. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Anil Kumar Lahoti also confirmed to Economic Times that WhatsApp calls are handled …

Baahubali-size crime: Producer, Santosh Sivan’s WhatsApp compromised
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1 month, 1 week ago

Baahubali-size crime: Producer, Santosh Sivan’s WhatsApp compromised

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: A new modus operandi of cybercriminals, involving taking control of victims’ WhatsApp accounts, has claimed a string of victims, the latest being Shobu Yarlagadda, producer of the 2015 Telugu film ‘Baahubali’, National Award-winning cinematographer Santosh Sivan and one of his assistants. Sivan too made a post on his Instagram on Friday morning stating, “Please don’t respond to any messages …

Code shared, account snared: The six-digit WhatsApp scam that has caught even celebs in its web
1 month, 1 week ago

Code shared, account snared: The six-digit WhatsApp scam that has caught even celebs in its web

New Indian Express  

That's the number of WhatsApp users in India. From discussing life's gravest crises to cracking jokes, sharing memes and catching up with family and friends, it’s where conversations happen, memories are shared, and connections thrive. This isn't just a hypothetical situation or a nightmare – it's the reality for a growing number of people in India as WhatsApp hacking cases …

Netflix users beware, hackers are now targeting subscription renewal process to steal money
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Netflix users beware, hackers are now targeting subscription renewal process to steal money

India Today  

Cyber scams are becoming a growing threat across the globe. In one such scam, Netflix users worldwide are being warned about a phishing campaign in which scammers are targeting the subscription renewal process to steal personal and financial information. According to Bitdefender, the cybersecurity firm that flagged this scam, the new Netflix scam involves scammers sending fraudulent SMS messages claiming …

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath's advice on ‘rising trend’ of stock market fraud
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath's advice on ‘rising trend’ of stock market fraud

Hindustan Times  

Alarmed by what he sees as the “rising trend” of stock market fraud, including through platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram, Zerodha CEO Nikhil Kamath has advised people to change their WhatsApp and Telegram settings so that strangers cannot add them to groups on these messaging apps. He added, “One thing you can do to protect yourself is change the …

WhatsApp share market scam dupe: Mumbai man loses ₹11.1 crore in fake investment scheme
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp share market scam dupe: Mumbai man loses ₹11.1 crore in fake investment scheme

Live Mint  

In an unfortunate incident involving a retired 75-year-old senior citizen from Colaba, Mumbai, a fraudster's scheme led to the loss of a staggering ₹11.1 crore. Soon after, the scammers moved the victim to a separate WhatsApp group, where they sent him a link to download a fake trading app. Once installed, the app appeared to offer various high-return investment options, …

75-year-old Mumbai man gets added to unknown WhatsApp group, loses Rs 11.1 crore
1 month, 2 weeks ago

75-year-old Mumbai man gets added to unknown WhatsApp group, loses Rs 11.1 crore

India Today  

In yet another case of a share market scam, a 75-year-old retired ship captain from Colaba, Mumbai, was defrauded of Rs 11.1 crore. The victim was first added to a WhatsApp group by an unknown individual who later promised him investment advice and ways to earn good money through share market investments. The scam began on August 19 when the …

Over 17,000 WhatsApp accounts blocked in crackdown on digital arrest fraud
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Over 17,000 WhatsApp accounts blocked in crackdown on digital arrest fraud

India Today  

In a crackdown on digital arrest frauds, the Ministry of Home Affairs has blocked over 17,000 WhatsApp accounts. 'Digital arrest' involves fraudsters impersonating law enforcement officials to deceive gullible people and pressuring them to transfer large sums of money. Sources in the Home Ministry's cyber wing said scammers were siphoning off around Rs 6 crore every day through digital arrest …

Pension platform alerts ex-defence personnel over fake WhatsApp message
2 months ago

Pension platform alerts ex-defence personnel over fake WhatsApp message

India Today  

The System for Pension Administration Raksha has cautioned armed forces pensioners about a fraudulent WhatsApp message designed to steal personal and financial information. The warning comes after fake messages claimed that pension-related issues could be resolved via WhatsApp, urging recipients to share sensitive details like bank account and pension information. “These messages are fraudulent and can lead to financial theft,” …

Himachal cyber police warns against scams through wedding invites on WhatsApp
2 months ago

Himachal cyber police warns against scams through wedding invites on WhatsApp

India Today  

The Himachal Pradesh Police has warned against cyber scams using wedding invites sent to people on WhatsApp. In the wake of an alarming rise in the number of cyber scams across the country, Himachal Pradesh Cyber Police has issued an advisory for residents, asking them to exercise extra caution in case they receive messages and calls from unknown numbers, especially …

New scam emerges now with WhatsApp getting compromised
2 months ago

New scam emerges now with WhatsApp getting compromised

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: What appeared to be a transfer of money to a relative with the genuine intention to help turned out into a cyber fraud for a 65-year-old victim, who lost Rs 2 lakh. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, director of TG Cyber Security Bureau, Shikha Goel said, “Be it any scam, one of the tricks that works 99 per cent of …

WhatsApp hacks on the rise: How scammers are getting in and how you can stop them
2 months, 1 week ago

WhatsApp hacks on the rise: How scammers are getting in and how you can stop them

India TV News  

WhatsApp is one of the popular instant messaging platforms which helps to manage tasks in our everyday lives. WhatsApp hacking cases on the rise Just to recall, an Indian WhatsApp user named Supriya Sule had complained that her app was hacked and after hacking, the fraudsters sent messages from her WhatsApp account. Recently, another complaint was filed by Kerala IAS …

First they share tips, then dupe people to steal their money: Online share market scam explained
2 months, 1 week ago

First they share tips, then dupe people to steal their money: Online share market scam explained

India Today  

A man from Udupi recently fell prey to an online investment scam. According to the victim, he was added by unknown individuals to a WhatsApp group named “C22 Investment Alliance Trading.” According to a report by Deccan Herald, the man stayed in the group, lured in by the promise to tips on stock markets and trading that would help him …

After digital arrest, online share market scam is growing rapidly: How to be safe?
2 months, 1 week ago

After digital arrest, online share market scam is growing rapidly: How to be safe?

India TV News  

Udupi man loses Rs 14 lakh in fake trading group Hyderabad senior duped of Rs 50 lakh in scam A recent case highlights the risks of online investment scams, where a man from Udupi fell victim to fraudsters. According to reports, the man was added to a WhatsApp group called “C22 Investment Alliance Trading,” where he received fake stock market …

From fake stocks to deepfakes: Cybercriminals target elderly in rising Indian online scam wave
2 months, 1 week ago

From fake stocks to deepfakes: Cybercriminals target elderly in rising Indian online scam wave

Live Mint  

In a shocking incident that underscores the sharp rise in online scams in India, a 63-year-old man from Hyderabad was recently defrauded of ₹50 lakh after joining a fraudulent stock market scheme organised through a WhatsApp group. The online classes were facilitated through links shared on the WhatsApp group, directing participants to private virtual sessions where Singh provided market insights …

Eight Arrested in Digital Arrest Scams, Fresh Advisory Issued
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2 months, 1 week ago

Eight Arrested in Digital Arrest Scams, Fresh Advisory Issued

Hindustan Times  

Eight persons have been arrested in a cybercrime case known as 'digital arrest' in India. The case involves various digital arrest scams committed to defraud money to the tune of ₹159 crore from victims across the country. The fraudsters obtained hundreds of SIM cards, allegedly linked to shell companies' bank accounts, and also used these SIM cards to create fake …

Special Squads Tracking Suspicious Social Media Groups, Exposing Online Investment Scams
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Special Squads Tracking Suspicious Social Media Groups, Exposing Online Investment Scams

The Hindu  

Special squads are investigating online investment scams by tracking suspicious social media groups created by anonymous individuals. The groups are used to defraud investors through fraudulent investment schemes. Police sources revealed that investors who lost money in such incidents were often unaware of the individuals behind the groups, who used fake profiles to pocket their funds. The plan of the …

ED launches probe in multi crore stock market frauds run with fake apps
4 months, 1 week ago

ED launches probe in multi crore stock market frauds run with fake apps

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Enforcement Directorate has initiated a money-laundering investigation into an alleged multi-crore fraudulent online scam in which a large number of gullible investors across the country were cheated of their hard-earned money by inducing them to invest in stock markets through fake mobile apps. MODUS-OPERANDI: ED’s probe revealed that the victims were being cheated by allegedly entrapping them into …

Cyber fraudsters dupe man of ₹5.5 lakh
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Cyber fraudsters dupe man of ₹5.5 lakh

Hindustan Times  

Cyber fraudsters duped a man of ₹5.5 lakh on the pretext of asking him to update his electricity bills or else face power disconnection. As per the complainant, he was asked to click on a link sent by the cyber crooks, download an app, and he lost a total of ₹5,54, 806 in multiple transactions done through internet banking. The …

Iranian hackers targeted WhatsApp accounts of staffers in Biden, Trump administrations, Meta says
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Iranian hackers targeted WhatsApp accounts of staffers in Biden, Trump administrations, Meta says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The same Iranian hacking group believed to have targeted both the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns tried to go after the WhatsApp accounts of staffers in the administrations of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, Meta Platforms said Friday. Meta said it discovered the network of hackers, who posed as tech support agents for companies including …

WhatsApp e-Challan scam: How Vietnamese hackers are using ‘Maorrisbot’ to target Indians
5 months, 4 weeks ago

WhatsApp e-Challan scam: How Vietnamese hackers are using ‘Maorrisbot’ to target Indians

Firstpost  

The scam operates by sending fake traffic e-Challan messages via WhatsApp, impersonating agencies like Parivahan Sewa or Karnataka Police. These messages urge recipients to pay a traffic violation fine through a URL or an attached APK which is infected with malware After installation, Maorrisbot requests multiple permissions, including access to contacts, phone calls, SMS, and default messaging app status. Image …

WhatsApp Bans 66 Lakh Indian Accounts In May This Year: All Details
6 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp Bans 66 Lakh Indian Accounts In May This Year: All Details

News 18  

Meta-owned WhatsApp on Monday said it banned more than 66 lakh accounts in India in the month of May for violating the laws of the land. Out of 6,620,000 banned WhatsApp accounts, 1,255,000 were proactively blocked, before any reports from users, the social media company said in a statement. The popular mobile messaging platform, which has more than 550 million …

Researchers reveal alarming rise in investment scams in India through Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Researchers reveal alarming rise in investment scams in India through Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram

India TV News  

Cybersecurity researchers have revealed an alarming rise in investment scams in India that are being promoted through social media messaging platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram, and others. The findings revealed over 29,000 malicious investment Additionally, the report emphasised the concerning tactic of impersonation, with 81,000 X accounts posing as recognized financial institutions to lend credibility to these scams. "Scammers …

WhatsApp group scam on rise in India: What is it, how to be safe
7 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp group scam on rise in India: What is it, how to be safe

India Today  

In recent months, we have seen a spike in cases of online scams. The latest of these deceptive tactics is a new WhatsApp Group Scam, through which scammers are luring innocent people with stock market investment plans. In a recent report of the WhatsApp Group scam, two brothers from Pune, India, were defrauded of Rs 2.45 crore. Looking at several …

How WhatsApp investing scams are duping people into parting with their savings
8 months, 1 week ago

How WhatsApp investing scams are duping people into parting with their savings

Firstpost  

A 48-year-old businessman from Maharashtra has lost Rs 1.88 crore after falling victim to a share trading scam on WhatsApp. Image used for representational purpose/Pixabay A 48-year-old businessman, who also owns a coaching class in Maharashtra’s Thane district, fell victim to a share trading scam that cost him more than Rs 1.88 crore. In yet another case of online investment …

WhatsApp working on new safety feature, might restrict some accounts from sending messages
8 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp working on new safety feature, might restrict some accounts from sending messages

India Today  

Last year, India witnessed a major surge in online scams and reports of the same started doing rounds on the internet. And now, the company might just be on its way to roll out a new safety feature to take action against accounts displaying suspicious activities. According to a recent report by WA Beta Info, WhatsApp is currently testing a …

Yearender 2023: AI-driven tech scams and frauds which took place this year
1 year ago

Yearender 2023: AI-driven tech scams and frauds which took place this year

India TV News  

As 2023 comes to an end, the technology landscape has seen significant advancements, but it has also witnessed a surge in scams and online frauds. Here we bring to you five noteworthy online scams which made headlines throughout the year 2023: WhatsApp call scam This year, scammers found a new way to deceive users via WhatsApp calls. Image Source : …

Cyber fraudsters hack profiles and accounts of top officials, loot money
1 year, 1 month ago

Cyber fraudsters hack profiles and accounts of top officials, loot money

The Hindu  

Cyber offenders are targeting top-level officials, creating unrest among the bureaucrats by hacking their profiles and accounts. Impersonating celebrities, political leaders and officers, fraudsters have sent out requests to people they know, demanding money citing some urgency, the Cyber Crime official said. “In NTR district, the accused had created fake Whatsapp group with number +91-9801953388, with NTR District Collector S. …

Cyber fraudsters send WhatsApp messages in Collectors’ names, demand money from officers
1 year, 1 month ago

Cyber fraudsters send WhatsApp messages in Collectors’ names, demand money from officers

The Hindu  

Cyber fraudsters have been sending messages to government officers impersonating higher officials like the Collector and SP and asking for money. ‘’The cyber fraudsters used my photo as their WhatsApp Display Picture to make the request look genuine,’‘ Mr. Venugopal Reddy told The Hindu over the phone on Saturday. Meanwhile, in Vijayawada also, miscreants created a Whatsapp group with the …

‘Hi Mum, it’s me’: how online scammers learnt to prey on our emotions
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Hi Mum, it’s me’: how online scammers learnt to prey on our emotions

The Independent  

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72 Lakh Bad WhatsApp Accounts In India Were Banned In July 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

72 Lakh Bad WhatsApp Accounts In India Were Banned In July 2023

News 18  

WhatsApp banned a record of over 72 lakh bad accounts in India in the month of July, in compliance with the new IT Rules 2021. The most popular messaging platform, which has over 500 million users in the country, received another record 11,067 complaint reports in July in the country, and the records “actioned” were 72. “Accounts Actioned” denotes reports …

Call me when you see this message: New WhatsApp scam involving fake employers from US on a rise
1 year, 4 months ago

Call me when you see this message: New WhatsApp scam involving fake employers from US on a rise

India Today  

A new WhatsApp scam involving fake employers pretending from the US is on a rise.The scammers are using fake phone numbers from the United States to call and deceive people. These scammers pretend to be important people from work, like bosses or colleagues and sometimes senior executives of big companies. As per IANS report, employees who used to work at …

WhatsApp scammers draining money? Here’s methods to safeguard your account
1 year, 5 months ago

WhatsApp scammers draining money? Here’s methods to safeguard your account

Live Mint  

India is one of the country that adopts technology faster than most of the global competitors. To educate and protect citizens against possible online scams, Kolkata Police cyber cell has begun an awareness program on social media platforms, reported Indian Express. According to the report, police said that the scammers made use of World Yoga Day 2023 momentum and targeted …

WhatsApp hacking scam: Here is how you can keep your account safe from scammers
1 year, 5 months ago

WhatsApp hacking scam: Here is how you can keep your account safe from scammers

India Today  

In the past few months, the country has been witnessing a surge in online scam cases. More recently, the Kolkata Police cyber cell issued an alert about a new kind of scam, where scammers are hacking Facebook and WhatsApp accounts to extort money. How scammers are hacking WhatsApp The reported incidents first came into light around World Yoga Day on …

Pink WhatsApp scam: What is it and how to stay wary of such scams?
1 year, 6 months ago

Pink WhatsApp scam: What is it and how to stay wary of such scams?

Live Mint  

In an age where social media platforms have become fertile grounds for cybercrime, a new digital menace has emerged, capturing the attention of authorities and unsuspecting users alike. In this article, we delve into the workings of the Pink WhatsApp scam and provide essential tips on how to protect yourself from such digital fraud. The Pink WhatsApp scam operates through …

WhatsApp scam: Hoping to win iPhone 14 Max, a man lost lacs
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp scam: Hoping to win iPhone 14 Max, a man lost lacs

India TV News  

In a recent incident reported from Mumbai, a person fell victim to a fraudulent lucky draw scheme on WhatsApp, which promised a free iPhone. The iPhone's status as a premium smartphone has fueled a widespread desire among people to own it, leading to various means, including deceitful tactics, employed by individuals to obtain it. The chain of events began when …

'Making friends is good, but making money is…' life lesson from a WhatsApp scammer
1 year, 7 months ago

'Making friends is good, but making money is…' life lesson from a WhatsApp scammer

Live Mint  

Millions of people are becoming victims of WhatsApp scams nowadays. While the instant messaging app has improved communication between two people, it has also invited new kinds of cyber scams such as international calls, shopping links, etc. The scammer wrote, "Hi, this is Vien, I am from Global Group of Companies, Are you looking for a part-time job or permanent …

WhatsApp scam: Man from Coimbatore gets cheated for Rs 13 lakh after falling for fake job offer
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp scam: Man from Coimbatore gets cheated for Rs 13 lakh after falling for fake job offer

India Today  

India is witnessing a spike in online scams, with many people across the country having lost lakhs of rupees in the past few months after falling for fake lucrative job offers. In a similar case of online job fraud, another man from Pune fell victim to a scam, losing Rs 16.87 lakh. The sender posed as a representative of a …

WhatsApp scammer teaches man a 'valuable lesson' on life and money, Twitter agrees
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp scammer teaches man a 'valuable lesson' on life and money, Twitter agrees

Hindustan Times  

WhatsApp is a widely-used messaging application with users worldwide. But, in a turn of events, when a WhatsApp scammer contacted a person, their conversation turned into a 'valuable lesson' on life and money. The screenshot of the conversation between Twitter user Mahesh and WhatsApp scammer. Twitter user Mahesh shared a post recounting the experience, stating, "A WhatsApp scammer taught me …

WhatsApp introduces a global security centre to safeguard users
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp introduces a global security centre to safeguard users

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned social media platform launched a new global security centre for users to learn more about how to protect themselves against spammers and unwanted contact, as it faces scrutiny over the menace of international spam calls and messages. About international spam calls Last month, the instant messaging platform responded to the problem of international scam calls in India …

Beware of online job offers, say cops
1 year, 7 months ago

Beware of online job offers, say cops

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Writing fake reviews online for money seems to be the new technique being used by cyber-fraudsters to trap gullible people and loot them. Police say fraudsters have been duping people with part-time job offers and this modus operandi is the latest in a long list of techniques employed to dupe people. Usually, the victims first receive the communication via …

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