Alarming Rise in Crypto Phishing Scams: $47M Stolen from 57K Victims

Sunday, 10 March 2024, 23:00

In February, a surge in crypto scams saw 57,000 individuals fall prey to phishing attacks, resulting in a total of $47 million losses. Ethereum mainnet users were predominantly targeted, showcasing a worrying trend in cryptocurrency fraud. Despite increased security measures, the attacks persist, with over 10,000 more victims compared to the previous month, indicating a growing threat to crypto investors.

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In February, the surge in personal crypto scams saw about 57,000 individuals lose around $47 million to phishing attacks.

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57,066 victims ensnared in crypto phishing scams.
$46.86 million siphoned off via phishing scams.
Overall decrease of 75% in victims losing over $1 million.
78% of total exploits on Ethereum mainnet users.

Despite efforts to enhance security, phishing incidents persist, with attackers utilizing various tactics to impersonate verified crypto entities and lure users into losing their funds.

This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.

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