WhatsApp announced that it blocked over 6.8 million accounts related to fraud in the first half of 2025. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
Most of these accounts were managed by criminal groups in Southeast Asia, which forced people into labor and involved them in fake investment schemes. The fraudsters sent messages to users via SMS to deceive them, tricking them through various applications and collecting money through payment systems.
The WhatsApp platform has implemented new security measures. For example, if a user is added to a group by someone not in their contacts list, a special warning message will appear.
This measure aims to reduce instances of fraud. WhatsApp's owner, Meta, is actively collaborating in the fight against fraud.
They are also partnering with the developer of ChatGPT to ensure that accounts are identified and deleted before they become active. Fraud centers are usually located in countries such as Myanmar, Cambodia, and Thailand.
In these regions, people are recruited through scams and subsequently forced into fraudulent activities. Local officials are urging the public to remain vigilant.
Authorities recommend that users cautiously accept group invitations from unknown sources and not trust offers that require advance payment. Such measures aim to prevent fraud and protect users.
