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Marina and Michel, creators behind the MotionMe channel, lost control of their Instagram account after hackers performed a SIM swap attack through their mobile carrier, TIM.8:19 The attackers bypassed two-factor authentication by transferring the couple's phone number to a new SIM card, subsequently gaining access to their email and social media accounts.8:16 The perpetrators are currently using the compromised Instagram profile to solicit fraudulent investment transfers from followers, promising double returns on deposits.2:18 Despite paying for Meta’s verified support service, the creators report that the platform’s automated recovery systems have been ineffective, often prioritizing the hackers' access over the original owners.5:20 The couple filed a police report and attempted to secure their remaining digital assets, including YouTube and TikTok, while warning followers to avoid any financial requests originating from their hacked account.14:04 They advise against mass-reporting the compromised profile, as this may permanently hinder recovery efforts by triggering automated account deletion by the platform.Watch

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