Stay Vigilant: A Costly Crypto Lesson in London
A brief layover turned into a $123,000 nightmare for American developer and early Bitcoin investor Jacob Irwin-Cline.
While leaving a Soho nightclub in London, Jacob unknowingly got into a fake Uber. A friendly greeting, a mismatched car, and a single careless moment led to his entire crypto savings being wiped out — stolen after being drugged by scammers posing as drivers.
What can we learn?
– Always verify ride details in your app
– Never share access to your phone or wallet
– Enable advanced security and withdrawal restrictions on your crypto accounts
Crypto security starts with awareness. Stay alert. Stay protected.
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