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New WhatsApp scam: criminals can ask your contacts for money without you knowing
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New WhatsApp scam: criminals can ask your contacts for money without you knowing

RFM14 September 2026 at 12:20

A new scam is circulating on WhatsApp, allowing criminals to send messages on behalf of other users and ask their contacts for money without them noticing.

Scammers can, through methods not fully specified in the article, assume the identity of legitimate platform users, sending messages to their contacts requesting money transfers.

The scam exploits the trust that exists in relationships between WhatsApp contacts, making victims more likely to comply with money requests without questioning their authenticity.

The article aims to help users understand how this scam works and provides guidance on the protective measures that should be adopted to avoid falling for this type of fraudulent scheme.

Why this matters

Readers in Portugal are exposed to this scam that exploits the trust between family and friends, which can result in significant financial losses. The digital closeness through WhatsApp makes any Portuguese user a potential target, especially those who frequently make bank transfers through their mobile phones. WHY: Readers in Portugal face a direct risk from this scam, given the massive use of WhatsApp in the country for communication with family and friends, where trust can be exploited to request money. Protection requires heightened vigilance and verification through alternative channels before any transfer.

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