URGENT: Security Alert Regarding Brokerage Fraud Protecting Your Assets from Sophisticated Scams

Dear Valued Client,

At Aartha, your financial security is our highest priority. We are reaching out to inform you of a specific, sophisticated fraud scheme currently targeting investors, where scammers pose as representatives from major brokerages (such as Robinhood).

How the Scam Works

1. The "Alert" Email: You receive an email claiming there is an unauthorized transaction on your account.

2. The Call-to-Action: The email asks you to call a provided phone number immediately if you "did not initiate this transaction."

3. The Deception: Upon calling, a scammer—posing as a customer service agent—instructs you to liquidate your stock positions and transfer the funds to a "digital wallet" or a third-party app to "protect your money."

4. The Theft: They may ask you to purchase cryptocurrency (like ETH) or move funds to an external wallet address they control.

Important Safety Reminders

To ensure your accounts remain secure, please keep the following in mind:

• We Never Liquidate for You: It is strictly against regulations for any bank, broker, or financial advisor (including the team at Aartha) to unilaterally buy or sell stocks in your account without your explicit, verified authorization.

• Don't Trust the Caller ID: Scammers can spoof official phone numbers. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and dial the official customer support number found directly on the institution's verified website.

• Beware of Digital Wallets: Legitimate brokerages will never ask you to transfer your investment capital into a digital cryptocurrency wallet or a third-party app to "secure" it.

• Verify the Source: Check the sender's email address carefully. Scammers often use addresses that look similar to official ones but contain small typos or odd domains. Look up Robinhood (or any borkerages) customer service directly from their website.

What to do if you are targeted

If you receive a suspicious communication or feel your account security has been compromised, do not take any action. Contact us immediately at Aartha so we can help you verify the communication and secure your assets.

Stay vigilant and thank you for your continued trust.

Best regards,

The Aartha Team