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Is Western Union a SCAM_ (Exposed)

Is Western Union a SCAM_ (Exposed)

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Western Union is one of the most recognized money transfer services in the world — but it’s also frequently associated with fraud reports and scam complaints. So is the platform itself a scam, or are criminals simply abusing legitimate financial infrastructure?
In this episode, we break down how Western Union actually works, why scammers often request payments through it, and how fraudsters exploit money transfer systems to remain anonymous. We examine real cases where victims were tricked into sending funds, common red flags to watch for, and the company’s fraud prevention measures.
We also clarify the difference between a financial service being misused versus being fraudulent itself — and how consumers can protect themselves from deceptive payment requests.
This breakdown is designed to inform, clarify misconceptions, and improve financial awareness around money transfer security.
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