A Malaysian Twitter user recently stumbled upon a suspicious Instagram ad that caught his attention. The ad was promoting an upcoming Ed Sheeran concert in Malaysia, along with performances by other renowned Hollywood artists such as Maroon 5, John Legend, and Black Eyed Peas. Intrigued, the user decided to investigate further, leading them down a rabbit hole of doubt and suspicion.
️ SCAM ️
— Jœ (@iamdrjoe) May 16, 2023
Tak sure korang perasan tak, tapi ad ni lalu kat IG story aku tadi. Ni scam level lain macam. Banyak betui scammers woiiii!!! pic.twitter.com/fufdzwtmNf
Upon visiting the website mentioned in the ad, the user discovered a platform claiming to sell tickets for the aforementioned concerts. However, a thorough examination of the artists' official social media accounts revealed no such announcements or confirmations regarding these performances in Malaysia.
With growing skepticism, Goody team then went on a more extensive research endeavor to uncover the truth behind the website and the company responsible for it. Initial findings pointed to an "About" page on the website, which provided limited information about the organization behind the ticket sales. However, when attempting to verify the company's registration number through official channels, no relevant records were found. This absence of registration information suggests that the company may not be legally recognized or registered in Malaysia.
Despite the mounting evidence indicating a potential scam, it is important to note that no definitive confirmation has been obtained regarding the website's authenticity. Further investigations are required to establish the veracity of the claims and to determine the true nature of the company operating the website.
As online scams continue to evolve, it becomes increasingly important to conduct thorough research, verify information through official channels, and rely on trusted sources before making any financial commitments.
In the case of the Twitter user who first unearthed this questionable website, his diligence in researching the claims made and uncovering inconsistencies serves as a valuable example for others. Sharing such experiences and raising awareness about potential scams can help protect fellow music enthusiasts and consumers from falling victim to fraudulent schemes.
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