Known for his proximity to the crypto money world since 2020, Elon Musk cannot get rid of the network of fraudsters. Malicious people who organized fake sweepstakes using the names of Elon Musk and Twitter founder Jack Dorsey managed to steal millions of dollars.
Fake cryptocurrency ads steal millions of dollars using footage from the “The ₿ Word” conference attended by Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey. These fake sweepstakes, highlighting Musk’s statements, promise to “doubly earn” everyone who attends the event.
They created fake crypto ad from Elon Musk’s speeches
Fake ads of malicious people continue to covet investors’ cryptocurrencies. It turned out that millions of dollars worth of crypto money was stolen using videos featuring the Tesla CEO and Twitter founder.
A new report by Bleeping Computer showed that fake videos were used for scams promising double returns to cryptocurrency investors. Videos using Musk and Dorsey’s speeches at The B Word conference last July have been viewed tens of thousands of times.
Some of these videos shared a link claiming to be a draw for viewers. The link was to a website where traders had to transfer their cryptocurrencies to take advantage of fake promotions. It was stated that investors who send crypto money to the address on the website will be paid double.
The report showed that one of the scam-linked YouTube channel has more than 1 million subscribers. McAfee also listed 26 websites it believes to be linked to scams, but said the number is likely higher.
It’s worth noting that in addition to fake draws on YouTube, there are thousands of crypto scammers on Twitter. These accounts, using the name of Elon Musk, claim to make money through fake websites.
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