Elaborate Elon Musk deepfake crypto fraud uncovered in Hong Kong

A fraudulent crypto exchange platform used AI-generated videos of Elon Musk and misleading information to promote crypto trading services.

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zkLend hacker confesses to losing stolen Ethereum on Tornado Cash scam website

A hacker who stole ETH from the ZK Lend platform ended up losing their ill-gotten gains after inadvertently depositing it into a fake Tornado Cash phishing site. The hacker’s attempt to hide their stolen funds through the privacy-focused Tornado Cash mixer backfired when they fell victim to a clever phishing scam. The hacker’s blunder was [...]

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FTX EU launches withdrawal website to pay back European users

FTX EU was only approved by the Cyprus regulator in March, 2022, about seven months before FTX collapsed in November.

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How Victims of Spoofed Crypto Investment Websites Will Receive $7M Refund from US

The United States authorities have successfully recovered $7 million that was stolen through a cryptocurrency platform spoof. The stolen funds were returned to the victims as a result of an investigation by law enforcement agencies. The refund was a joint effort between multiple agencies, including the FBI and Department of Homeland Security. The authorities were [...]

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Google Ads data: $4M stolen through crypto phishing URLs

Unsuspecting cryptocurrency users have lost over $4 million to phishing websites promoted using Google Ads.

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End of an Era: Over 4 Years Pass Without Self-Proclaimed Satoshis

Satoshi Nakamoto, a captivating figure in the world of cryptocurrencies, remains an enigma, intriguing both crypto enthusiasts and experts. Numerous individuals have stepped forward over the years, proclaiming themselves as the elusive creator of Bitcoin. However, none of them have succeeded in providing substantial evidence or convincing the wider crypto community. Interestingly, it has been [...]

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OpenAI Introduces New Plugin Feature for ChatGPT AI Chatbot

OpenAI has introduced a new plugin feature for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, allowing it to retrieve information from online sources and interact with third-party websites. The feature is in the alpha phase and will only be available to a limited set of users initially, with a waitlist in place to access it. The plugins include e-commerce platforms Shopify, Klarna, and Instacart, and travel search engines Expedia and KAYAK, among others. (Read More)

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Fake Ethereum Denver website linked to notorious phishing wallet

Hackers continue to create fake Web3-enabled websites to fleece unsuspecting victims’ browser-based wallets, with ETHDenver being the latest victim.

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Nepal regulator orders ISPs to block crypto websites or face the law

Nepalese internet and email providers were put on notice by the country’s telco regulator to block crypto-related websites or face legal action.

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FTX to give a 'one-time' $6M compensation to phishing victims

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried said the exchange won’t be “making a habit of compensating” users that are “phished by fake versions of other companies.”

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Bitcoin of America Launches New Website and Blog – Press release Bitcoin News

press release PRESS RELEASE. Bitcoin of America has officially launched a newly redesigned website and blog. The popular operator has created an all-new modern design that features their services. Bitcoin of America is a popular virtual currency exchange, registered as a money services business with the United States Department of Treasury (FinCEN)(RegNum). Apart from ensuring […]

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Ukraine partners with FTX and Everstake for crypto fundraising website

Ukraine has launched a crypto donations website to raise funds for its ongoing defense against Russia with the help of crypto exchange FTX. The initiative, dubbed Aid for Ukraine, is a collaboration between FTX, staking service Everstake and Ukraine. FTX converts the crypto donations to fiat and sends them to the fundraising account of the […]

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How to use ChatGPT to learn WordPress

Supercharge your WordPress learning with ChatGPT! Ask questions, get insights and enhance your website development skills.

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Cryptocurrency Phishing Attacks Rise by 40% Year-on-Year in 2022

Kaspersky, a Russian cybersecurity and anti-virus provider, has reported a 40% year-on-year increase in cryptocurrency phishing attacks in 2022. The attacks involve reaching out to investors through fake websites and communication channels that mimic official companies, prompting users to share personal information such as private keys. Attackers are evolving their strategies to lure unwary crypto investors. Recently, hardware cryptocurrency wallet provider Trezor warned against attempts to steal users' crypto through fake Trezor sites. In a survey, one out of seven respondents admitted to being affected by cryptocurrency phishing. (Read More)

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Scammers Target NFT Users in BLUR Token Airdrop Scam

Scammers are targeting NFT users with fake BLUR token airdrop links on malicious websites, resulting in the loss of over $300,000 in ETH. Legitimate BLUR platform has been rewarding users with tokens through its three-phase airdrop incentive scheme. (Read More)

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Scam alert: $300,000 stolen by fake Blur airdrop websites

Scammers continue to prey on nonfungible token (NFT) users looking to claim Blur token airdrops through the use of numerous scam websites. According to data from TrustCheck, over $300,000 has been stolen from unsuspecting users that have linked wallets to malicious websites. The legitimate Blur platform is a newcomer to the NFT marketplace space and [...]

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Forget HTTP: Ethereum has a new URL standard that can’t be blocked

Web3 URLs — enabled with the launch of ERC-4804 — have made it onto Ethereum, allowing internet users to access Ethereum apps and NFTs without worrying about centralized censorship. The new Ethereum standard, titled “Web3 URL to EVM Call Message Translation,” was first proposed on Feb. 14, 2022, and was co-authored by ETHStorage founder Qi [...]

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HKMA Alerts Public on Fraudulent Websites Linked to China CITIC Bank

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns the public about fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens posing as China CITIC Bank International Limited. (Read More)

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HKMA Issues Alert on Fraudulent Websites Impersonating China Construction Bank

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns the public about fraudulent websites related to China Construction Bank (Asia) Corporation Limited, advising caution and urging reporting of suspicious activities. (Read More)

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LEGO removes crypto scam from homepage after being hacked: Report

The "LEGO Coin" token appeared on the toy manufacturer's homepage for roughly 75 minutes before being taken down, onlookers said.

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