AikBank warns people about the increasingly common internet scams being promoted through social media and apps like WhatsApp and Telegram.

Scammers offer supposed earnings through simple online activities and often use the names of platforms or companies to give the impression of a legitimate business. Users are then encouraged to deposit money to activate accounts, earn more, or supposedly withdraw the money they've made.

Be especially careful if:

• you're promised quick, easy, or guaranteed earnings;
• you're asked to pay money first in order to earn or withdraw funds;
• you receive instructions to deposit money into the account of an unknown person;
• all communication takes place exclusively via WhatsApp, Telegram, or similar groups; you're shown alleged proof of big earnings by other users.

How to protect your data and your money?

• Don’t send money based on promises of quick earnings.
• Don’t share personal information, card details, passwords, or security codes.
• Check the company and the offer before making any payment – see if they’re officially registered in the Serbian registers and what other users’ experiences with the company have been.
• Don’t let others use your account to receive or forward money.

If you suspect you’ve been scammed, contact your bank immediately and report the case to the authorities.