Scam groups use fake investments, crypto fraud, and social media manipulation to deceive victims across platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, and TikTok.

In a significant crackdown on global scam operations, WhatsApp has deactivated over 6.8 million accounts linked to fraudulent activities. This decisive action highlights the platform's commitment to user safety and its proactive measures to combat online fraud.

WhatsApp has removed 6.8 million scam-linked accounts in a global crackdown, Meta announced. New WhatsApp safety tools are rolling out, including alerts when unknown users add someone to a group. Scams are growing more complex, often using multiple platforms and AI tools to trick users.