FBI Warns of Crypto Scammers Posing as NFT Developers

The FBI has issued a warning about cybercriminals posing as NFT developers and stealing cryptocurrencies and digital assets from unsuspecting investors. These scammers create fake social media accounts and promote "exclusive" NFT releases through misleading advertising campaigns that create a sense of urgency and FOMO among users. They then direct users to phishing links that lead to spoofed websites where they steal funds, digital assets, or NFTs from users' wallets. The FBI advises crypto users to be extra cautious when interacting with websites and social media accounts and to report any suspicious activities immediately.

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