🚨 Crypto Phishing Scams Surge — $12M Lost in August 2025 🛡️

Phishing scams in crypto are on the rise, costing users over $12 million in August 2025—a 72% jump from July. More than 15,000 users were affected, with one victim losing over $3 million.

🔍 Scam Trends:

EIP-7702 Signature Exploits drained $5.6M in just three attacks.

Total losses from hacks & scams hit $163M in August.

Tactics include fake exchanges, impersonation, and phishing for seed phrases.

🎭 Common Tricks:

Lookalike websites with subtle URL changes.

Fake emails, texts, or calls urging “urgent action.”

Requests for sensitive data like seed phrases or passwords.

✅ Stay Safe:

Double-check URLs & bookmark official sites.

Don’t click suspicious links or open unknown attachments.

Watch for grammar mistakes or inconsistencies.

Use VPN + 2FA for added protection.

Never share seed phrases or passwords.

🌍 Bigger Picture:

Losses from scams & hacks topped $3.1B in H1 2025. With AI-powered phishing and social engineering on the rise, vigilance is more critical than ever.

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