Are you looking for a job? Then, be cautious before saying yes to a virtual interview over messaging apps, as WhatsApp interview scams are on the rise. Multiple cases have been reported of the Indeed WhatsApp scam by people who have lost their money in search of a stable job. So, it’s time to be […]
Gone are the days when people rely only on Facebook or Instagram to find new and old connections. With time, this place has been taken over by Tinder, where people find new people, build connections & even long-term relationships. But along with opportunity comes risk, and so does when people merge this app with a
In today’s world, digital convenience comes with a cost. One such costly experience is a WhatsApp video call scam Remember the time when this feature made connecting to their loved ones easier without feeling apart. But with time, scammers exploit that too, and now use it to run their scams. You might have come across
Let’s be honest—WhatsApp isn’t just about good morning messages from your relatives anymore. It’s also become a breeding ground for scammers trying to trick unsuspecting users. So, here’s the question: how to identify a scammer on WhatsApp. Well, there are a few clues that a scammer leaves in every message they send you, like: “Work-from-home
Years ago, when WhatsApp was introduced, many lives were sorted, and with time, the updates in the app make it useful for businesses to expand their business too. But at the same time, the increasing fraud, scammers have used it in other ways, and used it to run their evil scams too. So, if you
In today’s fast-paced, digital-first world, financial scams have evolved to look more sophisticated than ever. Rohan & Ramesh were discussing investments over chai the other day when Rohan said, “All these Ponzi and pyramid schemes sound the same to me.” Rakesh chuckled, “You’re not alone. Most people think they’re interchangeable, but trust me, they’re like
“Sir, Woh Meri Life Ki Jama-Poonji Thi…” A Case of Misled Hopes, Market Scams, and a Well-Fought Refund It was a Wednesday evening when we first spoke to Chand Ansari. “Main sir ke videos dekhta hoon… kya aap meri madad kar sakte ho?” The voice on the other side cracked—not because of the network, but
“You know, I’m freaked out now. First, I thought it was a joke, but then I read more about this ‘Dance of the Hillary’ thing… now it feels like I’m living in a spy movie.” Amit texted me last night; honestly, I can’t blame him. If you’re reading this and haven’t heard of the Dance
We remember the first time we got a call about this case. It wasn’t dramatic or urgent, no red sirens. Just a calm voice on the other end, tired but hopeful. The client had been through it already—false hopes, long waits, a lot of emotional and financial back-and-forth—and now, the final resort: us. This wasn’t
It started with a simple need. Narendra, a 27-year-old fisherman from Visakhapatnam, found himself in a tight spot. The sea had been unforgiving, keeping him ashore and without income. Newly married and facing mounting expenses, he turned to what seemed like a quick fix: an instant loan app offering ₹2,000 with minimal documentation. The Trap
“Did you hear about Synoptics? Their IPO went live and then… boom! Stock manipulation, SEBI order, the works.” That’s how Rakesh broke the news to me over our usual Sunday morning chai. At first, I brushed it off. “Another IPO drama? Happens all the time.” But then I dug into it, and I found a
It was just another lazy Saturday afternoon when Karan’s phone buzzed. “Hey bhai, quick favour needed. Can you vote for my kid’s school competition? Just click this link and enter the 6-digit code. Need your support!” It was from Arjun, his college friend. They hadn’t spoken in months, but Karan didn’t think twice. Arjun was
