š Romantic scams with cryptocurrencies: when love also costs crypto
In the digital age, love is also found online... but it's not always real. Romantic scams with cryptocurrencies are on the rise, and more and more people are losing money (and trust) by falling for them.
ā¤ļø How do they work?
It all starts with a nice story: an attractive person messages you on Facebook, Instagram, or a dating app. They gain your trust, and over time, it seems like there is a real connection.
Then comes the āinvestmentā: they tell you they are making money with cryptocurrencies or that they know of a safe opportunity. They invite you to invest or ask for help moving money from their country.
After that, the pressure: they insist on sending cryptocurrencies or using a platform that is actually fake. If you hesitate, they emotionally manipulate you: āIf you love me, trust me.ā
ā ļø Warning signs
They ask for money or cryptocurrencies, even though you have never met in person.
They use excuses to avoid video calls.
They insist that you invest in sites you donāt know.
They promise to return more money than you sent.
š What to do?
Do not send money to people you do not know in real life.
Research platforms before investing.
Talk to someone you trust if you have doubts.
Report the platform or social network if you suspect fraud.
ā Remember:
True love does not ask you for cryptocurrencies. Take care of your heartā¦ and also your digital wallet. ā¤ļøšŖ
