Chinese App BAT-BMS Being Used To Shut Down ATM? Viral Video Spreads Fake Claim

A viral post shared on social media falsely claims that ATMs are now "shutting down" remotely, implying Chinese App BAT-BMS intervention and increased concern. LatestLY's fact-check investigation reveals this claim to be false; the image used to support the claim shows a solar inverter app, not an ATM interface, and the ATM in the picture is simply out of service.

The Viral Claim

The viral meme, shared across platforms like X (formerly Twitter), features an image of a phone screen displaying what appears to be a technical interface, juxtaposed with an ATM screen showing "cannot dispense cash." The accompanying text suggests that unlike earlier instances where only the 'Tiri' (a colloquial term likely referring to a specific ATM function or component) would malfunction, now entire ATMs are shutting down, leading to increased concern. The viral post uses the phrase "Ab Kro copy," implying it is part of a trend to replicate similar humorous content. BAT-BMS, Lossigy and Epoch Li-Ion Misuse: Govt Orders Removal of Chinese Apps Used To Stop E-Rickshaws.

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Evidence and Analysis

A closer look at the phone screen in the post reveals it to be a standard solar inverter/Battery Management System (BMS) application. It displays information such as battery percentage (58%), voltage, and toggles for charge/discharge, none of which have any connection to an ATM's operational status. The ATM screen itself clearly states "cannot dispense cash," a common message indicating that the machine is simply out of service for various reasons, such as being out of cash, experiencing a power cut, or having a component malfunction, as noted by sources like Quora and Elixir Journal. There is no indication of remote control or a hack.

The phrase "Ab Kro copy" (meaning "Now copy this" or "Now do this") further suggests that the meme is a humorous take on a viral trend, likely mimicking earlier videos or memes that depicted malfunctioning ATMs. This self-referential humor is a key indicator that the content is engagement bait rather than a serious report of a technical issue or BAT-BMS action.

Context of ATM Malfunctions

ATMs can be out of service for a variety of reasons that are not indicative of a government shutdown or remote control. Common causes include running out of cash, technical glitches, power supply issues, or maintenance requirements. According to Quora, ATMs often remain "open" even when empty to allow other transactions like balance inquiries. ArXiv also highlights that issues with cash dispensers might limit cash dispensing but allow other functionalities. These are routine operational challenges for ATM networks, not evidence of a larger conspiracy or remote shutdown by authorities. Shocking Dashcam Video Shows Mob Dragging Driver Out, Assaulting Family on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway.

Conclusion

The claim that ATMs are being remotely shut down by the Chinese App BAT-BMS , as propagated by the viral post, is entirely false. The image used to support the claim depicts a solar inverter app, which has no functional link to the ATM’s status, and the ATM is simply out of service, a common occurrence with various mundane causes.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 07, 2026 06:15 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).