Our Blog
The Blog of Cryptoscam Defense Network
How To Choose Safe And Reliable Trading Platforms
Every week, thousands of people lose money by using trading platforms that appear legitimate but operate without regulatory supervision. A report cited by Fxstreet says that between 74% and 89% of retail traders lose money when trading contracts for difference or...
5 Fake Website Examples With Real-World Consequences
Fake websites that look like trusted brands are now a common way to commit online fraud. Criminals copy the design and language of real sites to earn the user’s trust. In 2023, the FBI reported that digital fraud involving fake websites led to more than $12 billion in...
Is Apple Intelligence a Scam? A Detailed Guide for Cautious Users
With the launch of Apple Intelligence, Apple's latest move into AI integration, curiosity is high, but so is suspicion. If you're reading this, you're probably not just intrigued, you're cautious. Maybe you’ve been scammed before. Possibly you're skeptical of big tech...
Binance is a Scam? Real Facts, Fraud Cases & How to Stay Safe
After several scandals related to cryptocurrencies, many people wonder if Binance is a scam or just has a bad reputation. According to the FBI’s 2023 report, crypto fraud caused losses of over $5.6 billion, a 45% increase from the previous year While some users share...
Smart Ways to Get Started with Crypto Hedge Funds: A Beginner’s Guide
Crypto hedge funds can look like an easy way into digital investing, especially if you don’t want to trade on your own. However, behind the attractive websites and big promises, not all of them are trustworthy. Some are well-managed and legit, others are nothing more...
How to Spot a Credible Crypto: A Complete Guide
Anyone with a smartphone and a basic app can now get into a credible crypto. But that same simplicity has made it easier for crypto scams to multiply. In 2024, the FBI reported over $9.3 billion in losses from fraud related to cryptocurrencies, a jump of 66% compared...
Fake Discord Message or Real? Check These Signs
It only takes a strange link and a user pretending to be part of the team. A fake Discord message may look harmless initially, but it’s often a phishing attempt to steal credentials or install malware. Similar tactics have been reported in Discord scam cases, much...
Zelle Business Account Scams: 5 Warning Signs You Can’t Ignore
Sending money through Zelle may be convenient until the payment is deposited into the wrong hands. According to the Federal Trade Commission, over 330,000 impersonation scams were reported in 2023, and many of those involved payment platforms like Zelle. In this post,...
How to Protect Phone From Hackers: 9 Tips That Work
Your phone knows more about you than many people — where you go, who you talk to, what you buy, and how you pay. Now, picture all that information falling into the wrong hands. These days, a hacker can break into your phone in seconds using nothing more than a fake...