iPhone users targeted : China’s crackdown on Apple ID loan scams
Chinese authorities arrested over 40 people involved in Apple ID loan scams, a fraudulent scheme targeting iPhone users. The scammers tricked individuals into disclosing their Apple IDs, exploiting the victims for financial gain. The scam impacted more than 20,000 people, leading to the extraction of over 130 million yuan ($181 million).
Some even used the name of Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, to establish credibility. This incident highlights the importance of digital security for iPhone users globally, urging them to be cautious and protect their personal and financial information from phishing attempts and scams.