Crypto Scams Articles

Cryptocurrency has opened up new financial possibilities, but it has also given rise to various scams. Fortunately, advances in blockchain forensics, used by teams like BlockFo, are providing crucial tools to help victims of these scams seek justice and recover their...

In this blog we take a look at fake news – celebrity crypto scams. These false reports are repeatedly appearing online, with each celebrity advertising similar tales of trading success and get-rich-quick opportunities.

The Chainalysis Crypto Crime Report 2024 has been released, sharing original research on the latest trends in crypto crime. At BlockFo we share our insights from the report.

As a proud partner of Chainalysis, it’s great to see clear wins facilitated by blockchain forensics in collaboration with law enforcement across global cybercrime activities. We hope to see these efforts continue to grow and the BlockFo team remains committed to cultivating security and trust in the digital space. 

For this blog we have focused on scam data and what this means for our community.

Scams are becoming more and more sophisticated, maximizing on new technology and often targeting individuals personally, developing emotional relationships. So how do I spot a crypto scam? As they become harder to spot, we wanted to share an overview of the main scams we see and what to be mindful of.