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  1. May 9, 2023 · On April, 8, a netizen tweeted, “this number is involved in WhatsApp video scam and threatening a senior citizen who just made a mistake of picking the call.” The fraudster had been using threatening tactics, claiming that he would make the victim’s doctored video viral on social media platforms.

  2. Sep 25, 2023 · Social media, messaging apps, and communicating with strangers online are all part of our daily lives, but it’s important to stay aware of potential scams. WhatsApp scams can target anyone, so equip your phone with a powerful online security tool.

  3. Now, WhatsApp users are reporting scandalous video calls on regular basis. In fact, Delhi Police recently arrested two men for allegedly making “sextortion calls” on WhatsApp to Union Minister Prahlad Singh Patel They made a video call, played explicit content, and tried to blackmail him.

  4. May 8, 2023 · In the past few days, several users have reported receiving calls on WhatsApp from unknown international numbers. These calls are both voice and video calls.

  5. Suspicious or scam messages can occur when an unsaved WhatsApp user tries to trick you into sharing personal or financial information. Learn more about how to identify suspicious messages in this article.

  6. Aug 2, 2023 · While scammers usually use voice calls on the phone or WhatsApp to dupe victims, the last few months also witnessed reports of scandalous video calls. Earlier in June, a 25-year-old man received a video call on WhatsApp, after which he reportedly fainted.

  7. People who use WhatsApp are being warned to keep their eyes peeled for a random video calling scam that could rob them of their personal information.

  8. May 18, 2023 · Key Takeaways. Anyone on WhatsApp giving away money, pressuring you to send money, asking for an SMS verification code, or offering job opportunities is likely a scam. Avoid tapping links, keep sensitive information to yourself, be skeptical of friends claiming they've changed their number, and don't return missed calls from unknown numbers.

  9. May 8, 2023 · Scammers use WhatsApp video calls to lure victims into fraudulent schemes and blackmail. Multiple scam techniques prey on users' attention and trust, from promising jobs to threatening blackmail. Staying vigilant and avoiding engagement with unknown international numbers can protect users from these scams.

  10. Jan 18, 2024 · This page is regularly updated to include the latest scams on WhatsApp, and currently includes: Family Member Impersonation Scams; Wrong Number Scams; WhatsApp Call Forwarding Scams