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Chinese Scammers Use ‘Squid Game’ to Target the Indebted Victims

Somto NwanoluebySomto Nwanolue
December 26, 2024
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Chinese Scammers Use ‘Squid Game’ to Target the Indebted Victims
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Chinese scammers are now taking cues from the hit Netflix series ‘Squid Game’ to prey on individuals struggling with debt. This new scam has caught on among younger generations who are familiar with the show’s brutal and desperate themes.

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How the Scams Work

The scammers lure victims by promising quick cash through a series of “games” that mimic the deadly competitions in ‘Squid Game’. The participants are informed they can win large sums of money to pay off their debts, but the reality is very different from the elusive promise. Once ensnared, victims are coerced into providing personal information and even making upfront payments, only to find themselves deeper in debt and with their personal data compromised.

How The Scam Works

The scam usually starts with a message on social media or a popular messaging app. This message invites the recipient to join a game that promises to solve their financial woes. The initial games are simple and are created to build trust.

However, as the games progress, the demands become more invasive and the stakes higher. Victims are often asked to share sensitive information or make payments to continue playing.

This scam has had– as you can expect, a devastating impact on many young people who are already struggling with financial instability. The appeal of a quick fix to their money problems makes them easy targets.

The fact that ‘Squid Game’ resonated with many viewers because of its portrayal of the economic desperation and the lengths people are willing to go for financial security makes this scam more potent. Scammers are exploiting this connection, using the show’s popularity to make their schemes more believable, plus the familiarity with the show’s plot makes the scam seem less suspicious and more enticing.

In response to these scams, online communities have been quick to create awareness. Social media platforms are now inundated with posts warning others about the dangers of these ‘Squid Game’-inspired scams.

So far, the authorities are working to track down and shut down these scam operations, Tech companies are also enhancing their security measures to uncover and block suspicious activities.

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Somto Nwanolue is a news writer with a keen eye for spotting trending news and crafting engaging stories. Her interests includes beauty, lifestyle and fashion. Her life’s passion is to bring information to the right audience in written medium

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