#CryptoScamSurge The number of scams involving cryptocurrencies is growing at an alarming rate in 2025, with losses already exceeding US$ 3.1 billion just in the first half. This increase is driven by a combination of technological, social, and regulatory factors.

🚨 Main causes of the rise in crypto scams

AI attacks: the use of deepfakes, fake bots, and automated social engineering has increased by more than 1000%.

Phishing and credential theft: scams via email, social media, and fake apps continue to be the most common.

Exploitation of smart contracts: failures in DeFi protocols have caused losses of hundreds of millions, such as in the case of Cetus.

Video impersonations: scammers are using fake videos of executives like the CEO of Ripple to promote fraudulent airdrops.

Romance and “pig butchering” scams: scammers create fake relationships to convince victims to invest in fake platforms.

📉 Market impact

Exchanges like Bybit have suffered attacks that resulted in losses of US$ 1.46 billion.

Trust in legitimate projects is being shaken, especially during market upswings.

Ripple has warned of a wave of scams involving XRP, with fake giveaways and manipulated videos circulating on YouTube.

🛡️ How to protect yourself

Never send cryptocurrencies in exchange for promises of returns.

Check links and official profiles before interacting.

Use wallets with two-factor authentication and avoid clicking on unknown extensions.

Beware of exaggerated promises, especially on social media and Telegram groups.

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