social media Scam
TikTok Forex Guru Signal Scam
TikTok forex gurus flash rented cars and sell access to “premium signals” hosted on Telegram. WebVetted reviews follower spikes, broker affiliations, and withdrawal complaints tied to their bios.
Red flags
- Content recycles the same profit screenshot with different captions.
- Guru sells broker referrals alongside signal groups.
- DMs arrive immediately asking for payment via USDT or Cash App.
How to Respond
- Run the handle through the TikTok Checker to inspect engagement and linked bios.
- Research every broker they mention and confirm licensing.
- Document pitches and report the account to TikTok if they push unregistered investments.
📌 Case study
We cataloged a group of forex creators who funneled users into an offshore broker that froze withdrawals. Another guru recycled 2018 trading screenshots but charged $500 per month for access to a spammy Telegram bot.
social media Scam
TikTok Side Hustle Pyramid Scheme
Creators promise “automation” or resell rights if you pay a starter fee, but payouts only arrive when you recruit others. WebVetted studies landing pages, refund terms, and organizer histories to expose the pyramid.
Red flags
- Offer requires buying a “course” before you can resell it.
- Emphasis on recruiting rather than selling actual products.
- No details about inventory, suppliers, or refund windows.
How to Respond
- Analyze the promoter with the TikTok Checker and note any overlapping MLM complaints.
- Scrutinize the linked sales funnel via the Website Safety Checker.
- Share your findings with fellow viewers and report the pyramid to regulators if money moved.
📌 Case study
One viral side hustle asked viewers to pay $99 for a PDF then repackage it for commissions; the organizer vanished once chargebacks stacked up. Another sold “automation stores” but only delivered zip files of stock photos.
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