Bondee creator Metadream denies credit card information scam allegations

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Metadream has denied claims that its popular new social networking app Bondee defrauded some users of their credit card information.

The app, which allows its users to create personalized avatars and interact with their friends in their rooms, has gained popularity in Asia over the past week. As reported by the Straits Times, some users shared screenshots on social media alleging that they had been victims of unauthorized bank transfers after downloading Bondee.

In a screenshot published by the newspaper, Bondee is branded a scam and accused of being behind an unauthorized debit card transaction of S$88. Users also discussed the allegations on Twitter, Tiktok and other platforms.

Yo, someone on facebook said his debit cards got deducted after playing bondee app, is this a scam using cute characters as disguises?

— Ivor is tired (@ivor_xianz) January 27, 2023

@wubbalubbadubdubbb8

was cute while it lasted #bondeescam

apocalypse – ava

The Singapore-based company behind Bondee, Metadream, denied the allegations in a statement posted to Bondee’s official Instagram account on Friday January 27.

Responding to rumors circulating on various social media platforms alleging that Bondee users’ credit card information was leaked while using the Bondee platform, the company called the allegations false and untrue.

Metadream does not currently collect users’ credit card information or any other financial information, the statement said. We have also undertaken a preventive review of our systems and want to assure our users that our systems and our users’ personal data remain safe and secure.

Metadream said it would not hesitate to take action against authors of misinformation about Bondee and Metadream, including, but not limited to, taking legal action and making police reports. Read Metadream’s full statement below.

Statement from Metadream on the Bondee credit card scam allegations. Credit: Official Bondee Instagram

Bondee has grown in popularity since its launch earlier this month, topping app store charts in several countries. Touted by Metadream as a next generation social app, the app which is currently available mainly in Asia allows users to customize their 3D animated avatars and avatar rooms. Bondee users can also add friends and chat, play games together and more on the app.

Bondee is free to download and upon registration, users are not asked to provide payment details or credit card information. In-app purchases are a feature of Bondee, however, with its app store page describing B-beans in-app purchases.

Metadream is a Singapore-based independent tech startup that purchased the True.ly app last year, building on that app to create Bondee. As the Straits Times reports, some users have noted similarities between Bondee and the Chinese app Zheli, which was created by True.ly and then removed from app stores after its data privacy practices were reviewed. .

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