🛡️ #CryptoScamSurge : Maximum alert in the crypto world ⚠️🔥

Imagine entering crypto paradise and discovering that predators are lurking around every digital corner. That's how 2025 feels: scams are not only increasing, they are now smarter and more devastating.

📉 The first six months of the year have already surpassed $2.17 billion in thefts and frauds, a figure that eclipses everything lost in 2024. The attack on the ByBit platform was so severe that it was classified as a "mega hack" of one billion 👀. CoinDCX also lost $44 million after a breach in its internal security.

At the same time, pig butchering scams—schemes that combine romance and financial fraud—continue to drain the savings of victims around the world.

🤖 The most disturbing novelty: the use of AI and deepfakes. In April, 87 scam networks were dismantled in Asia using fake videos to deceive millions. Additionally, Chainalysis projects that losses could continue to rise if these tactics evolve even further.

🎣 Other common attacks in 2025 include:

• Rug pulls and honeypots in memecoins (losses nearing $6 billion so far this year).

• Personal scams that deceive elderly victims with fake voice recognition or false threats, leading them to deposit thousands into coffee machines and crypto ATMs.

✅ Expert tips to protect yourself:

1. Never respond to DMs or unverified links.

2. Use strong 2FA and do not share key phrases.

3. Verify official profiles and steer clear of promises of guaranteed returns.

4. Always review suspicious contracts, apps, and domains.

🎯 This is the time to be alert and cautious. If you fell victim or know someone who was scammed, your story can help others avoid making the same mistake. Share your experience, give it a ❤️ if this post was helpful, and spread the word to raise awareness. 🔁

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Sources consulted: Reuters (Chainalysis report), Cointelegraph (deepfake investigation), Times of India (CoinDCX hack), Wall Street Journal (pig-butcher fraud story)