Yes, the “Professor Vincent and Lisa assistant” WhatsApp stock scam is part of a larger pattern of fraudulent schemes targeting investors globally. These scams often involve individuals posing as financial experts, such as “Professor Vincent” and “Lisa,” who claim to offer exclusive investment opportunities through WhatsApp groups. Victims are typically lured with promises of high returns and are encouraged to invest substantial amounts. Once funds are transferred, communication ceases, and the promised returns never materialize.
This type of scam is prevalent across various regions, including India, where numerous cases have been reported. For instance, a retired banker in Delhi was defrauded of over ₹33 lakh after being convinced to invest in discounted stock options through a WhatsApp group. Similarly, a software engineer in Hyderabad lost more than ₹1 crore after being guided to download a fraudulent trading app and make several deposits. In both cases, the victims were unable to withdraw their funds and lost all communication with the scammers.
