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Top 5 scam schemes in cryptocurrencies

Top 5 scam schemes in cryptocurrencies

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by Alexandra Smirnova

a year ago


There are many ways scammers can try to steal cryptocurrency from wallets. One such method is through scam schemes.

Scam is a fraudulent scheme used to deceive people in order to obtain their personal data or money. In the context of cryptocurrency, it can include fake ICOs (Initial Coin Offering), fake wallets, phishing attacks, and much more.

The most common scam schemes include:

  • Phishing attacks: scammers can create fake websites, emails, or social media accounts that mimic official cryptocurrency exchange or wallet platforms. They may ask users to enter their personal information, such as login and password, and then use this information to access their wallets and steal cryptocurrency.
  • Ponzi schemes: swindlers deceive users by promising quick and easy wealth through participation in a Ponzi scheme, where they need to contribute cryptocurrency and attract new participants. However, these schemes are ultimately doomed to fail, and participants lose their savings.
  • Fraud with ICOs: they embody fictitious ICO projects, deceiving users and obtaining investments from them in exchange for unreliable or worthless tokens.
  • Viruses and malware: use viruses and other malware to take over accounts and passwords for cryptocurrency wallets.
  • Hacking scams: scammers may try to deceive users by claiming that their wallets have been hacked and ask them to provide their seed phrase to "recover" the stolen cryptocurrencies. However, in reality, scammers are just trying to steal data and money from users.

To avoid these schemes, it is necessary to use only reliable wallets and exchanges, not share personal data and passwords with third parties, and it is recommended to use two-factor authentication.

If you suspect that your cryptocurrency has been stolen, immediately contact the support of the wallet or exchange where you stored your cryptocurrency to take steps to regain access to your account and recover the stolen funds.

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