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iPhone Users Warned: Crypto Scams Can Trigger ‘Coruna’ iOS Exploits

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Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) is warning that a “new and powerful” iOS exploit kit, dubbed Coruna by its developers has been deployed on fake finance and crypto websites designed to lure iPhone users into visiting pages that can silently deliver exploits. For crypto holders, the risk is blunt: GTIG’s analysis shows the campaigns ultimately… Continue reading iPhone Users Warned: Crypto Scams Can Trigger ‘Coruna’ iOS Exploits→

Crypto ‘Pig-Butchering’ Scam Escalating Into A National Security Risk— Study

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Chain analysts and law enforcement are sounding the alarm about a type of fraud known as “pig-butchering,” in which criminals groom victims online and push them into fake crypto investments. According to Chainalysis, crypto scams sent close to $10 billion on-chain in 2024, with pig-butchering revenue growing almost 40% year-over-year and the number of deposits… Continue reading Crypto ‘Pig-Butchering’ Scam Escalating Into A National Security Risk— Study→

Another Celebrity Scam? Kanye West Memecoin Launch Leaves 60% Of Investors In The Red

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Amid the controversial launch of Kanye West’s official memecoin on Solana, the crypto community has sounded the alarm for another potential celebrity token scam, with insider trading allegations outshining Ye’s party. The Rise And Fall Of YZY On Wednesday night, controversial Hip-Hop artist and public figure Ye, better known as Kanye West, launched his official… Continue reading Another Celebrity Scam? Kanye West Memecoin Launch Leaves 60% Of Investors In The Red→

Crypto Community’s Revenge: Solana Memecoin Rug-Pulled By Gen Z Trader Hits $80 Million Market Cap

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A young crypto trader attempted to rug-pull a Solana-based memecoin on a live stream, but the crypto community joined to “teach him a lesson” by sending the token to an $80 million market cap. Solana-Based Memecoin Rug Pulled By 12-Year-Old As the market enters the rally’s second leg, Solana memecoins remain the cycle’s top narrative,… Continue reading Crypto Community’s Revenge: Solana Memecoin Rug-Pulled By Gen Z Trader Hits $80 Million Market Cap→

Failed Solana Token Scheme? Hacker Targets 2.6 Million Indian Cricket Fans With X Scam

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On Tuesday, Indian cricket fans were targeted by scammers with a Solana-based token. The attackers attempted to profit from sports fans after hacking Delhi Capitals’ X account. However, the scheme failed to gain much traction despite its peculiar efforts to publicize the memecoin. Crypto Hackers’ New Promotional Method Delhi Capitals, a team from the Indian… Continue reading Failed Solana Token Scheme? Hacker Targets 2.6 Million Indian Cricket Fans With X Scam→

Crypto Scam? PolitiFi Token RTR Plummets 95% After Trump Family Denies Link

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This week, a new PolitFi token made the headlines amid the crypto market recovery. Restore The Republic (RTR) caught the attention of investors after rumors of being linked to the Trump family surged. The Trump-themed token saw a massive surge after its launch. However, its price quickly plunged after the former US president’s camp denied… Continue reading Crypto Scam? PolitiFi Token RTR Plummets 95% After Trump Family Denies Link→

Solana’s Celebrity Tokens Down 94%, MOTHER Community Defends The Memecoin

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Recently, the crypto community saw the surge of a new memecoin frenzy with celebrity-endorsed cryptocurrencies. The Solana-based tokens registered massive gains but became pump-and-dump scams in most cases. Nearly two months later, most of these tokens’ prices decreased significantly from their all-time high days. However, the MOTHER community, one of the best-performing celebrity memecoins, defended… Continue reading Solana’s Celebrity Tokens Down 94%, MOTHER Community Defends The Memecoin→

Baked Or Burned? Trader Makes 307x From Solana Token But Investors Raise The Alarm

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Over the weekend, a crypto trader turned 70 SOL into $3 million with a Solana-based token. However, the investor’s success story was overshadowed by the controversial launch of the memecoin that made it possible. Trader Makes $3 Million In Minutes A crypto trader made millions in 30 minutes after investing $9,923 in Solana-based memecoin BAKED.… Continue reading Baked Or Burned? Trader Makes 307x From Solana Token But Investors Raise The Alarm→

Master Of Scams: Metallica’s Hacked X Account Promotes Solana Token

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Nearly a month after Caitlyn Jenner launched her JENNER token, the celebrity memecoin frenzy continues. This time, iconic heavy metal band Metallica joined the list of public figures involved with Solana tokens. However, the band’s participation in the crypto industry was yet another X account hack targeting investors. Solana-Based METAL Takes Over Crypto The iconic… Continue reading Master Of Scams: Metallica’s Hacked X Account Promotes Solana Token→

Trump-Inspired Memecoins Crash 30% After Rumors Of Trump’s Official Token Launch

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The crypto industry has been a crucial topic in the electoral campaign for the November US presidential elections. This year, presidential candidates have embraced cryptocurrencies to obtain the industry’s support. As a result, the community has capitalized on the momentum with Memecoins. PolitiFi tokens, a new memecoin category inspired by political figures, have performed remarkably… Continue reading Trump-Inspired Memecoins Crash 30% After Rumors Of Trump’s Official Token Launch→