'WhatsApp Gold' is real scam, but 'Martinelli' video allegedly spreading hoax doesn't exist 20.8%
Snopes.com - By Megan Loe - 6/13/2026, 6:00 AM
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In June 2026, social media users shared warnings about a supposed "gold" update to the popular messaging app WhatsApp. Their posts described the alleged "WhatsApp Gold" update as a scam that would install malicious software on people's phones and compromise their personal information. The posts urged people not to engage with any... more