# Сопутствующие статьи по теме Scam

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Trust Wallet confirms $7M impact from browser extension incident, promises full user refunds

Trust Wallet confirmed a security incident affecting its browser extension version 2.68, resulting in approximately $7 million in losses. The company has pledged full refunds to all affected users and is finalizing the reimbursement process. Only users of the compromised extension version were impacted; mobile users and other extension versions remained unaffected. The issue was flagged by blockchain investigators after suspicious activity was detected, with suspicions of a supply-chain compromise. Users were advised to disable version 2.68 and upgrade to the secure version 2.69. The incident highlights broader concerns around browser extension security and update-related vulnerabilities in crypto wallets.

ambcrypto12/26 17:37

Trust Wallet confirms $7M impact from browser extension incident, promises full user refunds

ambcrypto12/26 17:37

Memecoin Market Cap Plunges by $100 Billion in 2025, CoinGecko Report

In 2025, the memecoin market capitalization plummeted by over $100 billion, according to a report by CoinGecko titled "2025 State of Memecoins." The decline began at the start of the year, coinciding with controversial token launches, including those of TRUMP, supported by Donald Trump's team, and LIBRA, which was promoted using the image of Argentine President Javier Milei without consent. The total market cap of memecoins had surged to a record $150 billion at the beginning of 2025, tripling the previous peak from the 2021 crypto bull run. This growth was fueled by platforms like Pump.fun, which facilitated the daily launch of thousands of new tokens. Dozens of these memecoins were even listed on major exchanges, including Binance and the typically cautious U.S.-based Coinbase. However, from the end of January and throughout the year, the sector's combined capitalization fell sharply, dropping to $47.2 billion by November. The report notes that despite the emergence of thousands of new tokens, the majority of the market's value remains concentrated in the "old guard" of memecoins: DOGE, SHIB, and PEPE. The report also highlights the "dark side" of the memecoin ecosystem, detailing prevalent fraudulent schemes such as "rug pulls" (sudden liquidity withdrawal), "sniping" (bot-driven instant token buys at launch), "bandling" (creating fake buy pressure), fake copies of popular tokens, and "honeypots" (tokens that become unsellable after purchase). The launch of the TRUMP token is identified as a pivotal event after which the market began its almost continuous downward trajectory.

RBK-crypto12/26 15:59

Memecoin Market Cap Plunges by $100 Billion in 2025, CoinGecko Report

RBK-crypto12/26 15:59

SEC Files Complaint Against Crypto Exchanges In $14 Million Fraud Scheme

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a complaint in Colorado against a network of crypto exchanges and investment clubs accused of orchestrating a $14 million fraud scheme. The entities, including AI Investment Education, AI Wealth, Lane Wealth, and Zenith Asset Tech Foundation, allegedly used WhatsApp and social media to pose as financial professionals offering AI-generated investment insights. Victims were persuaded to invest in three fake crypto trading platforms—Morocoin Tech, Berge Blockchain Technology, and Cirkor—which falsely promised security token offerings resembling IPOs. The SEC described the operation as an "elaborate confidence scam," where funds were never invested but misappropriated from the start. Withdrawal requests were denied unless upfront fees were paid, and no withdrawals were honored. The $14 million was funneled overseas through complex bank and crypto networks. The case highlights a prevalent multistep fraud targeting investors with devastating consequences.

bitcoinist12/24 00:02

SEC Files Complaint Against Crypto Exchanges In $14 Million Fraud Scheme

bitcoinist12/24 00:02

Wang Chun Also Fell Victim: A $50 Million 'Tuition' - Why Do Address Poisoning Attacks Keep Succeeding?

On December 19, a cryptocurrency user fell victim to an address poisoning attack, losing 50 million USDT (approximately $50 million). The attacker first sent a small test transaction of 50 USDT from a Binance exchange wallet. Hours later, the victim transferred 49,999,950 USDT to what they believed was their own address but was actually a hacker-controlled wallet with a similar beginning and ending character sequence. The hacker quickly laundered the funds by converting USDT to DAI, then to ETH, and finally moving most of the assets into the privacy tool Tornado Cash. The victim, likely an institutional entity given transaction patterns and rapid response, publicly offered the hacker a $1 million reward for returning 98% of the funds and threatened legal action. Address poisoning attacks exploit user carelessness by creating deceptive addresses that mimic legitimate ones. Such attacks have been rising since 2022, with one Bitcoin incident alone involving 49,000 cases since 2023. High-profile figures like F2Pool’s Wang Chun have also suffered similar losses. While some victims have recovered funds through negotiation, this case remains unresolved as the hacker has not responded. The incident underscores the critical need for double-checking addresses in crypto transactions.

marsbit12/22 03:35

Wang Chun Also Fell Victim: A $50 Million 'Tuition' - Why Do Address Poisoning Attacks Keep Succeeding?

marsbit12/22 03:35

Coinbase Rep Scam: Brooklyn DA Charges Man In $16M Fraud Case – Details

A Brooklyn man, Ronald Spektor, has been indicted for allegedly orchestrating a $16 million phishing scam by posing as a Coinbase representative. From April 2023 to December 2024, he contacted users, falsely claiming their assets were at risk, and directed them to transfer funds to a wallet he controlled. Approximately 100 victims were identified across the U.S., with individual losses reaching up to $1 million. Spektor laundered the stolen crypto through mixers and gambling sites. He faces 31 counts, including grand larceny and money laundering, and is being held on $2.5 million bail. Authorities have seized $505,000 in assets so far. Coinbase collaborated in the investigation, aiding in identifying the perpetrator and assisting law enforcement. The Brooklyn DA emphasized a continued commitment to combating cryptocurrency fraud.

bitcoinist12/21 17:03

Coinbase Rep Scam: Brooklyn DA Charges Man In $16M Fraud Case – Details

bitcoinist12/21 17:03

Crypto User Loses $50M USDT In Address Poisoning Attack – Details

A crypto user lost $50 million USDT in an address poisoning attack, marking one of the largest individual on-chain losses in 2025. The scam involved the attacker sending a small "dust" transaction from a wallet address that closely resembled the victim's, tricking them into copying the fraudulent address from their transaction history. Despite sending a test transaction to the correct address, the victim later mistakenly sent the full amount to the poisoned address, which shared the same first and last few characters as the legitimate one. The stolen funds were quickly converted to ETH and distributed across multiple wallets, with some routed through Tornado Cash. The victim has since filed a criminal complaint and is monitoring all addresses involved. They have also sent an on-chain message offering the attackers a deal: return 98% of the funds within 48 hours and keep $1 million as a "bug bounty." If the offer is refused, the victim will escalate the matter to international law enforcement and pursue legal action.

bitcoinist12/21 15:01

Crypto User Loses $50M USDT In Address Poisoning Attack – Details

bitcoinist12/21 15:01

MEXC Under Fire Again After Users Flag Premarket Scams

MEXC faces renewed criticism as users report fund losses and premarket trading issues. Analyst Gautamgg highlighted two recent cases where the exchange allegedly violated its own rules. In one instance, a buyer purchased tokens at $0.40, but when the listing price reached $1.30, the seller defaulted. Instead of refunding the buyer as per Rule 10, MEXC retained the collateral. Another user reported canceled trades and frozen USDT for over 10 days with unclear support responses. This controversy follows previous accusations in late October when MEXC was accused of freezing over $3 million in user funds without justification. The exchange's CSO later apologized and released the funds. MEXC has since published Proof of Reserves and claims to combat fraud, having blocked over 70,000 fraud attempts recently. However, trust concerns persist as crypto scams surge industry-wide, with TRM Labs reporting a 456% increase in AI-related scams and $2.47 billion lost in the first half of the year.

TheNewsCrypto12/20 17:54

MEXC Under Fire Again After Users Flag Premarket Scams

TheNewsCrypto12/20 17:54

How a single copy-paste mistake cost a user $50M in USDt

A user lost nearly $50 million in USDt in an address poisoning scam after mistakenly copying a malicious look-alike address from their transaction history. The scam works by attackers sending small transactions to a victim's wallet using addresses that closely resemble those of the victim's trusted contacts. In this case, the victim first sent a small test transaction to the correct address but then copied a fraudulent, similar-looking address for the full $50 million transfer. Onchain investigators noted the addresses shared the same first three and last four characters, a subtle similarity that can deceive even experienced users. The stolen funds were subsequently swapped for Ether and partially laundered through Tornado Cash. This incident highlights how such attacks exploit human error rather than technical vulnerabilities. The loss occurred amid a broader surge in crypto hacks, which reached $3.4 billion in losses in 2025.

cointelegraph12/20 10:11

How a single copy-paste mistake cost a user $50M in USDt

cointelegraph12/20 10:11

Shanghai Headquarters of the Central Bank Issues Another Warning: Digital Yuan Scam "Traps" Evolve, How Can the Public Strengthen Their Defenses?

The People's Bank of China Shanghai Headquarters has issued a renewed warning about the rise of sophisticated scams exploiting the name of the digital yuan (e-CNY). Fraudsters are luring victims through social media and短视频 platforms with fake recruitment ads for "official digital yuan promotion agents," promising high returns like "exchange subsidies" and "commission rebates." These criminal operations use well-organized online groups, fake official documents, and fraudulent "training sessions" to convince targets to convert funds into digital yuan and deposit them into controlled wallets. The central bank emphasized that the digital yuan is a legal tender meant for payments, has no investment or speculative value, and warned the public to avoid high-return promises, referral schemes, unknown links, and unsolicited group invitations. The scams thrive on public misconceptions: confusing the state-backed digital currency with speculative cryptocurrencies, misunderstanding its official two-tier operating structure (PBOC → authorized banks), and misinterpreting technical features like programmability as investment opportunities. Authorities have responded with precise public guidance—the "Four Don’ts"—and enhanced inter-department coordination. Beyond combating fraud, the note highlights the digital yuan’s strategic role as a compliant foundation for future digital asset ecosystems, particularly in the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA), where it could enable efficient, transparent, and regulated transactions. Maintaining public trust is crucial for its long-term adoption and integration into the real economy.

marsbit12/19 09:29

Shanghai Headquarters of the Central Bank Issues Another Warning: Digital Yuan Scam "Traps" Evolve, How Can the Public Strengthen Their Defenses?

marsbit12/19 09:29

Why Did Bitcoin and Ethereum Plummet Despite Positive News? Christmas Sell-Off? How to Trade BNB, SOL, 67, U, BEAT, PIPPIN?

The cryptocurrency market is experiencing significant downturn despite positive news, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the decline. Analysts attribute this to potential "Christmas sell-off" behavior by large holders, worsening market liquidity, and intensified bearish momentum. Over $551 million in positions were liquidated in 24 hours, predominantly long positions. Ethereum shows a strengthening weekly bearish trend, trading between 2800-3080. A breakdown could target 2100-2200, while holding 2800 may present buying opportunities. Bitcoin faces resistance at 90800-91600 with key support at 83600. Short-term trading suggestions include shorting BTC at 86500-87000 and ETH at 2900-2930. Altcoins like PUMP, ONDO, and ORDI are hitting new lows. Notably, low-liquidity tokens like BEAT (with only $1M liquidity but $3B market cap) and PIPPIN are described as manipulative schemes where developers control over 90% of supply, exploiting funding rates to drain traders' capital. These are considered potentially worthless. BNB's key level is 840 for a potential rebound toward 876, while SOL needs to hold 122 to target 134. The new stablecoin $U on Binance shows weak meme coin liquidity without strong market makers. The overall advice is to avoid chasing pumps in manipulated low-quality assets.

金色财经12/19 08:13

Why Did Bitcoin and Ethereum Plummet Despite Positive News? Christmas Sell-Off? How to Trade BNB, SOL, 67, U, BEAT, PIPPIN?