WhatsApp Bans 9,400+ Accounts Over Digital Arrest Fraud

WhatsApp has banned over 9,400 accounts in 12 weeks as part of a crackdown on digital arrest fraud targeting Indian users. The company's investigation found that a large number of these accounts were being operated from Southeast Asia, particularly Cambodia. The scam involves fraudsters impersonating law enforcement to extort money from victims. WhatsApp is working to enhance security and prevent such fraudulent activities.