SlowMist reports on cryptocurrency theft cases for Q4 2024, analyzing attack methods from anonymized data to highlight new and familiar scams.
Statistics and Overview
In Q4 2024, MistTrack received 2,077 theft reports, including 335 domestic and 151 international submissions. 1,591 reports were related to the DEXX incident. The MistTrack team helped freeze over $53.52 million across 18 platforms for 25 victims.
Causes of Theft
Fraud was the top cause in Q4 2024, with new scams emerging.
1. Malicious trading bots in Telegram solicit private keys, leading to asset theft.
2. Staking rebates entice users to send funds, thinking they'll gain high returns.
3. Fake Zoom meetings lure victims to download malware.
4. Fraudulent tokens like 'Pixiu Coins' are promoted without value.
5. Scams on Xiaohongshu (REDnote) exploit users with fake investment promises.
Final Thoughts
SlowMist offers free assistance for cryptocurrency theft cases. Our MistTrack platform provides investigative services to foster a secure crypto ecosystem.
The cryptocurrency landscape faces ongoing threats. Developing asset protection strategies and using secure applications minimize risks.
