Be safe! Fake UPI apps reportedly duping small traders, wage workers of money; this is what fraudsters do
Fake UPI apps imitating popular UPI-enabled apps like GPay, PhonePe, and Paytm are reportedly doing rounds on app stores, with fraudsters targeting small traders and daily wage workers. Here's the latest available information about such reported instances of fraud and what consumers can do to stay safe:
Fake UPI apps imitating popular UPI-enabled apps like GPay, PhonePe, and Paytm are reportedly doing rounds on app stores, with fraudsters targeting small traders and daily wage workers.
Here's the latest available information about such reported instances of fraud and what consumers can do to stay safe:
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Several fake UPI apps—mimicking apps like GPay, PhonePe, and Paytm—are reportedly circulating on app stores and other platforms.
Fraudsters are reportedly targeting small business owners - such as shopkeepers and street vendors - and, in some cases, even daily wage workers who do not use sound boxes.
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Beware! | Fake UPI apps mocking popular apps
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Stay Safe! | Fake UPI apps mocking popular apps
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Fraud Alert | Fake UPI apps circulating on multiple platforms
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Beware! | Fake UPI apps mocking popular apps
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Stay Safe! | Fake UPI apps mocking popular apps
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Fraud Alert | Fake UPI apps mocking popular apps
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It's crucial for everyone to stay vigilant to avoid falling victim to this new type of fraud.
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