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QR Code Scams: TN Attorney General Issues Warning

[Aug 22 2:30 AM] The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office has issued a QR code scam alert, warning consumers about fraudulent QR codes used in various scams, including fake cryptocurrency investments. Consumers are urged to verify sources, check codes for…

Blackrock Warns of Rising Crypto Investment Scams

[Jul 30 12:30 AM] Blackrock, the world’s largest asset manager with $10.5 trillion in assets under management, has warned about cryptocurrency scams. The firm urged caution when dealing with individuals, websites, or social media platforms using its brand to…

Consensys Acquires Wallet Guard to Enhance Metamask Security

[Jul 3 10:28 AM] Consensys has announced its acquisition of Wallet Guard, a browser extension focused on protecting digital assets from theft and fraud. This move aims to integrate Wallet Guard’s security features into Metamask. Metamask to Boost Security Following…

Chainalysis: Crypto Scam Revenue Dropped 46% in 2022

[Feb 20, 2023 11:00 PM] Revenue from cryptocurrency scams dropped 46% in 2022, according to blockchain data analytics firm Chainalysis. “We attribute most of this decline to market conditions, as scam performance tends to worsen when cryptocurrency prices are in…

US State Regulator Launches Crypto Scam Tracker

[Feb 20, 2023 9:00 PM] The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has launched a cryptocurrency scam tracker to help residents “spot and avoid crypto scams.” The regulator stated: “As reports of new crypto scams emerge, the…