Fake apps
Kolkata: TheKolkata Police, along with Bidhannagar City Police, have issued a public advisory identifying around 50 fraudulent mobile applications frequently deployed by cybercriminals in the guise of online investment platforms to defraud citizens. Cyber fraud incidents have resulted in an average monthly loss of approximately Rs 14 crore this year, according to cops. Last month, the figure rose to Rs 15 crore.
In a public warning issued via official social media channels, police highlighted several unauthorised trading, forex, and micro-investment platforms operating illegally. Prominent platforms named in the alert include OctaFX, Olymp Trade, Binomo, IQ Option, Expert Option, Quotex, Pocket Option, Exness, Guru Trade7, Rubik Trade, Bric Trade, Trust Trade, Dream Trade, Mini Trade, Gate Trade, Ava Trade, eToro, FBS, and TP Global FX. The advisory aligns with directives from the ministry of home affairs warning citizens against a surge in online investment scams, particularly those orchestrated through messaging channels like WhatsApp and Telegram. Fraudsters lure victims with fabricated success stories, exclusive VIP stock tips, and assurances of high, guaranteed returns. Law enforcement officials emphasised that no legitimate investment platform can guarantee financial profit and cautioned against downloading apps via private links shared on social media rather than official app stores. The warning comes amid local cyber cells continuing their investigations into recent online investment cybercrime complaints. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kolkata | Silver Rate in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Petrol Price in Kolkata | Diesel Price in Kolkata | CNG Price in Kolkata | LPG Price in Kolkata