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5 Recurring Cryptocurrency Scams to Watch Out For in 2024

Cryptocurrency, while a promising technology, is also rife with scams. Understanding these scams is crucial for anyone navigating this digital asset space. Here are five common types of cryptocurrency scams.

Bitcoin Investment Schemes

Scammers pose as investment managers, promising high returns on cryptocurrency investments. They often request an upfront fee and may ask for personal information, ultimately stealing the fee or accessing the victim’s cryptocurrency​​.

There is no reason to give up personal information or part with your funds. Anyone can invest in cryptocurrency directly; there’s no need for third-party managers, services, or companies.

Rug Pull Scams

Here, scammers create buzz for a new project, token, or NFT to attract funding. They vanish with it once they raise enough money, leaving investors with worthless assets. A notable example is the Squid coin scam, where the token’s value plummeted to zero after trading ceased​​.

Unfortunately, the number of rug pulls rises every year. It appears the DeFi segment is home to thousands of these scams lately. However, they will occur across other industry verticals too.

Phishing Scams

These involve sending emails with malicious links to fake websites to harvest personal details, like cryptocurrency wallet key information. Once a private key is stolen, the scammers access the victim’s wallet. Users should be wary of entering secure information from email links and always verify website authenticity​​​​.

An exchange, wallet provider, or another service will never email you a link to verify your identity or confirm details. They will always direct users to their native website or app and ask for details after logging in. 

Social Media Giveaway Scams

Scammers use social media to promote fake cryptocurrency giveaways, often impersonating celebrities or using fake accounts. They lead victims to fraudulent sites asking for payment verification, which results in financial loss or personal information theft​​​​.

X notes a high number of social media giveaway scams. Many pose as airdrops for popular projects, even though there is no legitimate token distribution at the time [or in the future].

Ponzi Schemes

These schemes pay returns to earlier investors with the funds from new investors. They often lure victims with the promise of high profits and low risk. In cryptocurrency Ponzi schemes, scammers use their supposed expertise in the technology to attract investors​​​​.

Cryptocurrencies can facilitate high returns. However, returns can never be guaranteed, certainly not at fixed rates. That is also why virtually all cloud mining operators eventually run off with customer funds. 

Tips for Protection

  • Always research and verify the legitimacy of any investment opportunity.
  • Be cautious of promises of high returns with little or no risk.
  • Never share private keys or personal information unless you know the recipient’s authenticity.
  • Use direct links to websites instead of clicking on links in emails or social media.
  • Be skeptical of investment opportunities promoted on social media, especially if they involve payment for verification.
  • Regularly update and use security software to protect against phishing and other types of online fraud.

By staying informed and vigilant, users can significantly reduce their risk of falling victim to these scams. The final responsibility for parting with money always falls on the user. With thorough research and resistance to greed and temptation, your crypto journey will be smooth sailing.

Jerry Rolon

After working for 7 years as a Internet Marketer, Jerry now aims to explore the journalistic side of Internet. With his impeccable knowledge in this domain, he churns out some of the best news articles from the internet niche. With respect to acedamics, Jerry earned a degree in business from California State University.

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