Dec 27, Kathmandu - Ncell has stated that recent incidents of online fraud are not due to technical errors, but rather due to 'social engineering' that specifically takes advantage of human nature and weaknesses.

According to the company, most of the recent frauds, such as OTP scams, impersonation using the names and photos of artists, and blackmail, are forms of social engineering.

Recently, there has been a growing trend of people using the names and photos of artists and influencers to ask for money and defraud loved ones through platforms like WhatsApp and Viber. Reacting to this issue, telecommunications service provider Ncell has said that user awareness is the strongest solution.

Noting that with increased access to data and social media, it has become easier for fraudsters and people with bad intentions to engage in activities prohibited by law, Ncell has stated that if any number is found to be involved in unauthorized use, it will be blocked in accordance with the law.