WhatsApp Gold: Be aware of new virus cum scam
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ISLAMABAD - A new WhatsApp scam cum virus has been reported.
There has been a WhatsApp forward doing rounds asking people to upgrade for WhatsApp Gold.
While some users are aware that it's a malfunction. There are others who might fall into the trap of clicking it.
The WhatsApp message reads: "Had this sent to me. If you use whatsapp! Today the radio was talking about Whatsapp Gold. There is a video that will be launched tomorrow in Whatsapp and is called Martinelli. Do not open it. Goes into your phone and nothing you do will fix it. Spread the word if you know someone.”
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Got this and am circulating just in case it’s true.
FYI: Whatsapp Gold. A video will be launched tomorrow in Whatsapp called Martinelli. DO NOT OPEN it. Its a virus which goes into your phone and nothing will fix it. Do not update to Whatsapp Gold the virus is serious. 1:15 AM - Jan 4, 2019 link
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Since 2016, several WhatsApp users have reported receiving an exclusive invitation to install a "limited edition" version of the popular messaging app called WhatsApp Gold.
The upgrade claims to offer new features such as the ability to have video chats, send 100 pictures at once, and delete messages after you have sent them.
Meanwhile, WhatsApp has just rolled out a new update in the beta channel for iOS users. As part of this new update, the version number of the app is now 2.19.10.21 and it comes also with a number of new features.
