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SECP has received reports that certain individuals are using social media platforms to falsely claim that they can remove or alter loan default records reported by SFSL to credit bureaus. These individuals are demanding payment in exchange for such services. These practices are fraudulent and are being carried out without any legal authority. News Desk<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) alerts the general public about ongoing fraudulent activities related to the Barwaqt App which was operated by Seedcred Financial Services Limited (SFSL). SFSL is currently non-operational and Barwaqt App was delisted by SECP in August 2024. 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