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How to Secure Your Crypto Wallet Against Social Engineering Attacks

Stefan PayneJanuary 30, 2025

They don’t need your password to steal your crypto. Just your trust. Social engineering attacks work by exploiting human behavior — not breaking technology. These scams can be sophisticated, but most start the same way: someone pretends to be who they’re not. Maybe it’s a fake customer service rep, a friendly “crypto expert,” or even...

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FTX Creditors to Receive Up to 80% Recovery, Says New Trustee Report

Jurgen KaiserJanuary 25, 2025

A significant development has emerged in the long-running saga of the FTX bankruptcy, offering a ray of hope to creditors awaiting compensation after the dramatic collapse of one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges. According to a new report published by the court-appointed trustee overseeing the liquidation, creditors could recover up to 80% of their...

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Ethereum Gas Fees Drop to 3-Month Low Following Dencun Upgrade

Jurgen KaiserJanuary 18, 2025

Ethereum users worldwide are breathing a sigh of relief as gas fees on the network have dropped to their lowest levels in three months following the much-anticipated Dencun upgrade. This significant improvement in transaction efficiency marks a pivotal moment for the blockchain ecosystem, addressing longstanding concerns about high costs and scalability. What is the Dencun...

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Crypto Romance Scams Hit Record High, Victims Lose Over $150 Million

Jurgen KaiserJanuary 10, 2025

The global rise of romance scams involving cryptocurrency has reached a disturbing new high, with authorities revealing that victims lost over $150 million to such schemes in the first half of 2025 alone. As digital currencies become more mainstream and online relationships continue to flourish, cybercriminals are increasingly blending emotional manipulation with sophisticated fraud tactics—leaving...

Romance Scam Dating Scams Online Dating Crypto Scams To Avoid

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Dating Scams and Crypto Theft: What to Know and How to Fight Back

Stefan PayneJanuary 7, 2025

They didn’t just steal money — they rewrote trust. Romance scams are no longer just emotional heartbreaks. Increasingly, they’re gateways to sophisticated financial crimes. These scams start with affection and end in asset theft, often routed through crypto wallets designed to vanish money in seconds. Victims aren’t just being lied to; they’re being strategically manipulated...

Bitcoin Surges Past $48K, Sparks Speculation on Institutional Buying

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Bitcoin Surges Past $97K, Sparks Speculation on Institutional Buying

Jurgen KaiserJanuary 2, 2025

Bitcoin surged past the $97,000 threshold on Tuesday, January 2, 2025, sparking renewed enthusiasm in the cryptocurrency market as investors eyed mounting institutional activity and growing anticipation around potential spot Bitcoin ETF approvals. The digital asset climbed roughly 4% in the past 48 hours, reaching levels not seen since late 2021, marking a period of...