The WhatsApp Gold scam, which first appeared in 2016, has now resurfaced in a new form, posing a big threat to smartphone users. The scam usually used to ask WhatsApp users to update to a new limited version WhatsApp Gold, which would give them extended features and which is stated to be an elite service. The new scam is different. Users who fall prey to this scam are guided to a URL which would then take them to a website thats riddled with malware. Consequently, the hackers behind the scam would have complete control of the infected mobile device.”]
Source: https://hackercombat.com/the-whatsapp-gold-scam-is-back-in-a-new-form/