$4,600 Stolen in Blackpink Ticket Scam Since October in Singapore
Rising Scam Threats Targeting K-pop Fans Scammers have been targeting fans of the popular K-pop girl group Blackpink, with victims losing at least SGD6,000 (US$4,600) since October due to fake concert ticket frauds. These scams are specifically linked to the group’s upcoming Deadline world tour in Singapore, which will feature three shows at the National Stadium on November 28, 29, and 30. According to local police, they have received at least 11 reported cases involving counterfeit tickets. The scammers are exploiting the high demand for Blackpink concert tickets by using various online platforms such as Telegram, Carousell, Xiaohongshu, Facebook Messenger, and TikTok to lure victims. Some scammers provided screenshots or videos of fake tickets or receipts to make their offers appear legitimate. They often claimed that ticket sales were time-sensitive or limited in quantity, creating a sense of urgency among potential buyers. After successful payment, scammers promised to deliv...