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UK Watchdog Investigates Surge in 'Add Me on WhatsApp' Scam Calls
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office is launching an investigation into a dramatic rise in automated 'robo calls' targeting the public. These calls, which often originate from spoofed local numbers, prompt recipients to connect via WhatsApp under the guise of flexible job opportunities. Authorities warn that these interactions are likely part of broader recruitment or phishing schemes designed to exploit individuals. Experts suggest that the reported complaints represent only a fraction of the actual volume, with millions of citizens potentially targeted by these international criminal operations.