Instagram users targeted by copyright scams

The article reports that Instagram creators are falling victim to scams where extortionists file fake copyright claims to suspend accounts and then demand ransoms for withdrawal. Some users have paid hundreds of dollars just to regain access, but subsequent bogus claims often lead to repeated account suspensions and loss of income. Meta states they have implemented additional protections, but content creators find the process slow and ineffective, with some paying extortionists as a last resort and still facing ongoing issues.

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