Once they have the information, all contact stops and victims are locked out of the account.
“Interpol’s financial crimes unit has received reports from around the world of this scam and is encouraging dating app users to be vigilant, be sceptical and be safe when entering into online relationships.
“This has become especially important as people turn to online interactions during the Covid-19 pandemic.”
Interpol has warned people to think twice before transferring money – however genuine the request might seem – to double-check the app, the domain name, the email address and not disclose personal information.
If, however, they do fall victim of fraud, users are advised to report it, said Tomonobu Kaya, financial crimes coordinator at Interpol.
Due to COVID-19, dating apps are experiencing a surge in users who arebeing taken advantage of by cybercriminals to lure them into fraudulent investment "opportunities".
Just recently, the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol)issued a "purple notice" to 194 member countries, outli
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