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How do you stay updated about the latest scams?
People are still falling for scams that were widely reported over a year ago – like the *digital arrest* or *FedEx scam* But it's not just that one - newer scams have been making the rounds too. - **WhatsApp & Telegram Scams** – Over *43,000 complaints* were filed in just the first quarter of 2024. Cybercriminals use these platforms for investment scams, fake customer service frauds, and digital slavery traps, often linked to money laundering - **UPI Fraud** – People lost a staggering *₹485 crore* in UPI-related scams in just six months - **Investment & Sextortion Scams** – These scams alone cost Indians *₹1,750 crore* in the first four months of 2024, with fraudsters using fake stock tips, deepfake blackmail, and deceptive SMS messages Scams get plenty of media coverage, so why do people still fall for them? Are warnings being ignored, or do they *simply not reach the right people?* **When you read about a scam do you actually discuss or warn your parents, friends, or colleagues?** **Note** - No data is available for 2025 yet.4
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