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Threat Library / Financial & Banking Fraud

critical🇮🇳 India focus

Investment & Trading Scam

Fraudsters run fake advisory groups, cloned brokerage apps and Ponzi schemes that show fabricated profits, then block withdrawals once the victim has deposited enough — often after months of grooming.

Owner Cyber Safe India Editorial TeamFirst published 13 Aug 2026Last reviewed 16 Sep 2026Jurisdiction India + global contextEvidence grade B · sourced referenceEmergency routes verified 16 Sep 2026Editorial policyCorrections & change log