Imagine waking up to the news that you've won a fortune in a casino app. Sounds too good to be true? Unfortunately, it's all too common. Criminals are using deepfakes and fake ads on Facebook and Instagram to scam unsuspecting victims.

In these fake ads, celebrities like Marko Arnautović or Mr. Beast are promoting apps that promise incredible winnings. But in reality, these videos have nothing to do with the actual people or companies. With deepfakes, criminals can make anyone say anything they want.

For example, a recent video showed an ad for a betting app:

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This fake app promises huge winnings and even claims you can earn money by playing games. But what happens when you click on the ad? You'll be redirected to a website that looks like an official app store. The site has been copied from a real app store, but it's actually just a scam.

The scammers want you to think their app is legitimate and trustworthy. They even go as far as creating fake reviews and ratings to make you believe the app is popular and successful. But in reality, the app is designed to steal your money.

Here are some tips on how to spot these scams:

  1. Unbelievable winnings: If an ad promises incredible wins or claims you can earn money by playing games, it's likely a scam.
  2. No downloads from unofficial app stores: Only download apps from official app stores like Google Play Store or App Store. Even if the website looks similar to an official store, it's still a fake.
  3. Check the license: Online gambling is strictly regulated in Austria. The Financial Market Authority lists all companies that are allowed to operate online gambling.

Some specific casino apps that have been identified as scams include:

  • Admiral Casino App
  • Lucky Plinko
  • Mr. Beast Casino
  • Mr. Bet Casino
  • Pinko Trall
  • Plinko-Abenteuer
  • Sweet Bonanza Casino
  • Yukon Gold Casino

Remember, these scams are always changing and new fake apps and ads are emerging every day.

Stay safe online by being cautious of incredible winnings promises, downloading apps only from official stores, and checking the license. Don't let scammers get away with your money!