How YouTubers & AI fuel the Aviator betting scam in India
The world of online betting has always been a lucrative one, with millions of people worldwide placing bets on various sports and games. However, in recent years, a new type of betting app has emerged that has taken the online betting world by storm – Aviator. But what makes Aviator different from other betting apps is its illegal nature and the ways in which it has been promoted.
Decode, an investigative news platform, has been investigating the Aviator betting scam in India, and the findings are shocking. In this blog post, we will explore how YouTubers, AI tools, and social media ads have been fueling this illegal game, leading to financial ruin for many unsuspecting victims.
The Aviator App
Aviator is a betting app that allows users to place bets on various games and sports. However, what sets it apart from other betting apps is its unique gameplay. In Aviator, users can place bets on a game and then watch as the winnings grow or shrink in real-time. Sounds exciting, right? But the reality is far from it.
Aviator is illegal in India, where online betting is heavily restricted. Yet, the app has been promoted aggressively, with many YouTubers and social media influencers touting its benefits. But how do they do it?
YouTubers and the Aviator Scam
YouTubers have been instrumental in promoting Aviator, with many creating fake celebrity endorsements and prediction scams on Telegram. These fake endorsements, often featuring Bollywood stars and cricket players, have been deceiving millions of people into downloading the app.
One such YouTuber, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed to Decode that he was approached by Aviator’s marketing team to promote the app. He was offered a substantial sum of money to create fake content and promote the app on his channel.
“I was told that Aviator was a legal app and that it was only for entertainment purposes. But once I started creating content for them, I realized that it was all a scam. They were using fake celebrity endorsements and making false promises to lure people into downloading the app,” he said.
AI Tools and Social Media Ads
Aviator’s marketing team has also been using AI tools to promote the app. They have been using social media bots to create fake accounts and promote the app through social media ads.
According to an expert in AI, who wished to remain anonymous, Aviator’s marketing team has been using AI tools to create fake social media profiles and spread fake news about the app.
“They have been using AI to create fake profiles and spread fake news about Aviator. They have also been using social media bots to promote the app and create fake reviews,” he said.
Victims of the Aviator Scam
The victims of the Aviator scam are numerous. Many people have lost their life savings to this illegal app, with some even attempting to take their own lives due to the stress and financial ruin caused by the scam.
One such victim, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed to Decode that she lost her entire life savings to the Aviator scam.
“I was a small business owner and I had saved up a lot of money for my daughter’s education. But once I started using Aviator, I lost everything. I was devastated and I even thought of taking my own life,” she said.
YouTube Takes Action
Following Decode’s investigation, YouTube has taken down multiple videos promoting the Aviator app. The platform has also removed several YouTubers who were promoting the app.
“We take the safety and security of our users very seriously. We have removed multiple videos promoting the Aviator app and we will continue to take action against anyone who is promoting illegal activities on our platform,” a YouTube spokesperson said.
Conclusion
The Aviator betting scam is a classic example of how illegal activities can be fueled by technology and social media. The use of AI tools and social media ads has made it easier for scammers to promote their illegal activities, and the consequences are devastating.
We urge everyone to be vigilant and not to fall prey to these scams. If you have lost money to the Aviator scam, or if you have any information about the app, please report it to the authorities.
Source:
https://www.boomlive.in/decode/aviator-youtubers-ai-meta-boost-an-illegal-game-india-28143
