I have joined some Telegram groups before. When you joined or if you post on the group, you will see some scammers that will send you message to chat with you. Convincing you that they are working in group and the project. But they are all scammers.
If we can maintain an healthy practice on the use of the so called social media telegram app, then we are not likely going to to be a victim for related scam there, here are some tips we may have to follow to ensure that we make use of the opportunity on the use of social media and telegram precisely in a safety mode.
1. Don't join any group you don't know about
2. Ensure to activate 2FA on your telegram
3. Avoid telegram links unsolicited
4. Same as well, you need to avoid downloads there
5. Don't make your contact number or email visible to the public on telegram
With these few steps, you are not going to easily be attracted to any scam related telegram attempts others are being affected of.