There is a new breed of cryptocurrency scam on the rise called… “Slaughtering pigs“. These sophisticated cons replace the old Ponzi approach with cunning personal deception, which fools even the most astute players in the market.
Here’s what to look for and How to avoid these scams in 2 minutes.
What are the new pig slaughter scams?
“Pig slaughter” schemes are as evil as they sound. Scammers fatten their prey by weaving webs of trust on social media platforms and abandoning old ways to use a single trap.
For example, someone might send you a message Beautiful text, Or you may receive an email saying that an invoice has been charged and someone is trying to help. Their ultimate goal is to convince these unsuspecting victims to sink their money into fake cryptocurrency projects, draining their financial resources.
Victims of “pig slaughter” cryptocurrency scams not only endure depleted bank accounts, but also the emotional wreckage of such personal deception. The latest FBI data on cryptocurrency fraud is bleak: $5.6 billion lost to cryptocurrency scamsa staggering 45% jump over last year.
Scott Simons, a Wisconsin detective, recently uncovered a $551,000 cryptocurrency scam that started with sweet promises and ended in cold reality. It started with a social media conversation, where the victim fell in love in what seemed like a real bond. The scammers lured them to a fake cryptocurrency platform, distributing screenshots of fake profits to build trust.
Initially, the victim sent small amounts. But as the illusion grew, so did the transfers, with 15 transactions being made in US dollars. The game collapsed when the victim tried to cash out his alleged winnings and ran into a wall. Simmons traced the trail to a single wallet containing $4.6 million, which was laundered through countless addresses before the loot was locked.
Last year, about $110 million was lost through this scam tactic, and people over the age of 60 were three times more likely to fall victim.
How to Defend Against Pig Slaughter Scams
The first step to avoiding “pig slaughter” scams is to shed light on their methods by telling your friends, family, and loved ones.
Understanding fraud strategies and being cautious on digital exchanges can be your strongest defense.
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If someone sends you a message, no matter how nice or forced in some cases, never share any of your private information or money.
Heck, just two years ago someone threatened to post embarrassing photos of me if I didn’t send them Bitcoin.
I didn’t send them jack! And if you have been scammed and fallen victim, as most of us have at some point, there is no need to regret the past when it offers us so many lessons. Just remember that there are always people willing to take advantage of you.
There are many scams now in the cryptocurrency space.
Be skeptical. Do your due diligence before making any investments. The chances of making an unfortunate mistake are greatly reduced when you have the knowledge to back up your decision.
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