Tag: scam

icon April 1, 2025 Posted by: Thiago Barboza

British Tabloid’s Bizarre Bitcoin Story Raises Eyebrows Online

A story straight out of a movie script went viral on social media this weekend. A woman in the UK allegedly threw away a USB drive containing millions of pounds worth of Bitcoin belonging to her husband. The report, published by British tabloid Daily Star, quickly climbed to the top of Reddit. But instead of […]
icon March 24, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

Pi Network Faces New Scam Allegations; Experts Raise Concerns

Pi Network, a cryptocurrency project known for enabling mining through smartphones (the process of generating digital currency using mobile devices), is again facing serious allegations. Justin Bons, founder of CyberCapital, recently labeled the project fraudulent, highlighting concerns about centralization, transparency, and technological originality. Questions About Centralization and Innovation Justin Bons stated on his social media […]
icon March 20, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

Cracked Version of TradingView Contains Trojan That Steals Cryptocurrency, Malwarebytes Warns

Cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes has identified a new scam involving an illegal or “cracked” version of TradingView Premium. TradingView is a widely used platform among investors for analyzing financial charts and tracking market trends. This fake version, primarily distributed on forums like Reddit, conceals two dangerous malware programs: Lumma Stealer and Atomic Stealer. These malicious programs […]
icon March 4, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

Bybit: CEO Reveals That 20% of Stolen Tokens Are Untraceable

On February 21, 2025, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit suffered a cyberattack that resulted in the theft of approximately $1.4 billion in Ethereum, marking the largest crypto heist in history. During the investigation, Bybit CEO Ben Zhou revealed that 20% of the stolen funds could not be traced, raising concerns about the advanced methods used by criminals […]
icon February 28, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

Ronaldinho Gaúcho Announces Crypto Project, Raising Suspicions

Former soccer star Ronaldinho Gaúcho is back in the spotlight after announcing a new crypto project. However, instead of excitement, the news has sparked more skepticism than enthusiasm. The announcement quickly spread online, leading many to question the legitimacy of the initiative and whether the former athlete’s account had been compromised. Given his controversial history […]
icon February 26, 2025 Posted by: Thiago Barboza

Bybit was not hacked: Investigation points to fault in Safe

The investigation into the alleged attack on bybit revealed that the cryptocurrency broker was not compromised. The incident occurred due to malicious code inserted in the Safe (Wallet) infrastructure, impacting the Ethereum Multisig Cold Wallet portfolio from Bybit. The attack explored a vulnerability of Safe and was activated during a transaction on February 21, 2025. […]
icon February 21, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

Bybit CEO Calls Pi Network a Scam, Reigniting Controversy

Allegations against Pi Network resurface after strong statements from Bybit’s CEO. The platform, already flagged by authorities, now faces renewed criticism after being listed on top cryptocurrency exchanges. Controversies Surrounding Pi Network Gain Momentum Pi Network, which presents itself as a revolutionary cryptocurrency, is back in the spotlight following bold statements from Bybit’s CEO. The […]
icon January 30, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

UFC’s Instagram Hacked, Cryptocurrency Scam Promoted

On Wednesday night, the official UFC Instagram account was hacked. The attackers posted a fraudulent cryptocurrency announcement, falsely suggesting that the organization was launching a new digital token. The post directed followers to a suspicious website to purchase the asset. The UFC quickly confirmed that the publication was illegitimate and that the account had been […]
icon January 27, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

DeepSeek: Fake Memecoin May Be a Scam Threatening Investors

In recent hours, cryptocurrency investors have been caught off guard by warnings of a scam involving a memecoin allegedly tied to the DeepSeek project. Social media posts suggest that a fake token is being promoted under the company’s name to lure victims. Experts urge caution and encourage investors to verify the authenticity of any asset […]
icon January 24, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

Ex-Brazilian President’s X Account Used to Promote Memecoin Scam

A recent scam involving a memecoin called $BRAZIL has drawn attention to a potential security breach in the online accounts of Brazilian political figures. Former President Jair Bolsonaro’s X (formerly Twitter) account was allegedly hacked to promote the fraudulent cryptocurrency, as claimed by his son, Carlos Bolsonaro. This incident echoes a similar situation involving Congressman […]
icon January 22, 2025 Posted by: Airí Chaves

Brazilian Congressman Faces Controversy Over Promoting Dubious Memecoin

Federal Deputy Marco Feliciano, known for his prominent role in Brazilian evangelical circles, found himself at the center of controversy after his X account promoted a new memecoin called Brazil ($BRAZIL). The token, developed on the Solana blockchain by Pump Fun, was labeled as a groundbreaking initiative for Brazilian financial inclusion. However, the post was […]
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