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A global investment scam network is spreading via paid Meta ads.
Fake media reports that play on financial hardship are used as a lure.
Here's what to look for to avoid losing your cash in a scam.
Everyone loves a bit of outrage, especially on live TV. Combine this with economic pressure, a cost-of-living crisis, and a convincing video or article using trusted media and news brands, and you have a recipe for a successful investment scam.
Also: Beware the 'Hi, how are you?' text. It's a scam - here's how it works
A global network, believed to be the work of Russian-speaking cybercriminals, is targeting at least 25 countries to relieve you of your savings. Even worse: It's using the names of trusted outlets and individuals while spreading its scam content through paid channels to make it appear trustworthy and legitimate.
A malvertising global network
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