India's Supreme Court found itself in an unusual situation when its YouTube channel was hacked to promote a fraudulent XRP investment scheme. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse sharply condemned the incident.
Garlinghouse's Reaction
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse labeled the incident 'pathetic' and expressed frustration at the recurring nature of such scams. He reiterated that Ripple and its executives will never ask users to send XRP.
Supreme Court Channel Hacked
On Friday, the Supreme Court's YouTube channel, typically used for official announcements and judicial proceedings, was hacked and rebranded as 'Ripple Official'.
False Claims and Warnings
Ripple's CEO has repeatedly emphasized that the company will never demand XRP from users. He also urged vigilance and verification of the authenticity of information before taking any actions.
The incident highlights the need for increased awareness and security among cryptocurrency users to prevent such frauds in the future.
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