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Investment app Pluang has issued a warning about multiple fake Telegram accounts impersonating the company, offering false promises of quick profits and exclusive group access. The company has identified dozens of these fraudulent accounts using Pluang's name and logo. Director of Marketing and Commercial Andreas Agung Hendrawan emphasized that any investment offer promising specific returns is likely fraudulent.
Pluang, an investment and crypto trading application, has issued a formal warning to users and the public about the proliferation of fake Telegram accounts impersonating the company. These fraudulent accounts have been identified as potentially causing financial losses as digital scams in the investment sector continue to rise.
The scammers are using Pluang's name and official logo to gain credibility. They offer various false promises including quick profits, exclusive group access, and personal trading assistance - services that Pluang never officially provides. The company has successfully identified dozens of these fake accounts operating on Telegram.
Andreas Agung Hendrawan, Director of Marketing and Commercial at Pluang, stated that any investment offer promising specific returns should be treated as a strong indication of fraud. He urged users to remain vigilant and avoid engaging with suspicious accounts claiming to represent Pluang.
This warning comes amid increasing digital fraud activities in Indonesia's investment sector. The rise of investment apps has been accompanied by a corresponding increase in sophisticated scams, making user education and platform security more critical than ever.
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