🚀 Hong Kong Woman Loses 12,000 USDT in Cryptocurrency Scam
#HongKong #CryptocurrencyScam #USDT #Fraud #TaiKokTsui #PoliceReport #OTCExchange #Instagram #ScamAlert
According to PANews, a cryptocurrency scam occurred in Hong Kong's Tai Kok Tsui area. On October 26, around 4 PM (UTC+8), a woman reported to the police that she had visited an over-the-counter (OTC) cryptocurrency exchange located at 55 Tai Kok Tsui Road earlier that day at 1 PM. She intended to exchange Tether (USDT) for cash. After transferring the USDT to a male employee via an online wallet, she was asked to wait for a colleague to arrive with the cash. The employee then left the premises under a pretext.
The woman waited for a long time, but no one arrived with the cash, prompting her to call the police for assistance. The police have classified the case as 'fraud' and have not made any arrests so far. It is reported that the woman lost 12,000 USDT, equivalent to approximately HKD 93,000. The woman mentioned that she had been following the store on social media platform Instagram since August. The store appeared to have been operating for several months and had displayed customer transactions, leading her to believe it was trustworthy.#HongKong #CryptocurrencyScam #USDT #Fraud #TaiKokTsui #PoliceReport #OTCExchange #Instagram #ScamAlert
🚀 Ukrainian Crypto Holder Robbed in Violent Attack
#Ukrainian #CryptoRobbery #ViolentCrime #Cryptocurrency #USDT #CrimeTrends #SecurityRisks #CryptoHolder #Theft #HotelIncident #MaskedAttackers #PoliceReport
According to Decrypt, a Ukrainian man named Viacheslav Leibov recently fell victim to a violent robbery involving cryptocurrency. The incident occurred in a hotel room where Leibov was invited by his 18-year-old Ukrainian friend, Alfred Chernyshuk. Upon entering the room, Leibov encountered an Armenian man, Arman Grigoryan, who engaged him in conversation on the balcony. The situation escalated when Leibov went to use the toilet and was confronted by two masked men. They tied him up and demanded he transfer 500,000 USDT to a specified wallet, threatening to break his fingers if he refused. Grigoryan wielded a hammer, while one of the masked men brandished a long knife.
Leibov managed to negotiate the amount down to 250,000 USDT, which he transferred to the attackers' wallet. After the transfer, he was tied to a bed and warned against reporting the crime. The assailants then left the room with their belongings. Leibov eventually freed himself and alerted hotel staff, who confirmed that the room was rented under the names of Chernyshuk and Grigoryan. Despite his efforts to locate the attackers at the airport, Leibov was unsuccessful and subsequently reported the incident to the police.
This robbery is part of a growing trend of violent attacks targeting cryptocurrency holders. A similar incident occurred in Thailand, where Rooch Network co-founder Haichao Zhu was robbed at knifepoint in Bangkok. Additionally, in Canada, Dean Skurka, CEO of WonderFi Technologies, was kidnapped and held for ransom. These incidents highlight the increasing risks faced by individuals involved in the cryptocurrency industry.#Ukrainian #CryptoRobbery #ViolentCrime #Cryptocurrency #USDT #CrimeTrends #SecurityRisks #CryptoHolder #Theft #HotelIncident #MaskedAttackers #PoliceReport
🚀 Over 1000 Victims Report Losses in DEXX Incident, Says SlowMist
#DEXX #SlowMist #CyberSecurity #VictimSupport #Theft #PoliceReport #Vigilance #CryptoIncident
According to Odaily, SlowMist's Cosine recently shared on the X platform that more than 1000 victims have directly submitted reports of theft related to DEXX. Many others have reached out through various channels, with losses varying in magnitude. The misreporting generally falls into three categories: individuals who intentionally or accidentally submitted incorrect information; attackers who, due to poorly executed scripts, failed to steal all assets immediately, allowing some victims to recover part of their funds; and attackers who deliberately contaminated several victims' addresses, with some victims contacting SlowMist to have these addresses excluded.
In addition to DEXX's official report to the authorities, several victims have also filed police reports. Victims are advised to monitor the attackers' wallet addresses closely and report any suspicious activity. This incident highlights the importance of vigilance and prompt action in the face of cyber threats.#DEXX #SlowMist #CyberSecurity #VictimSupport #Theft #PoliceReport #Vigilance #CryptoIncident
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🚀 Hong Kong Monetary Authority Warns Against Fraudulent Website
#HongKongMonetaryAuthority #FraudulentWebsite #Cryptocurrency #DigitalCurrency #FinancialFraud #Cybersecurity #HongKong #TaxScams #PublicAwareness #PoliceReport
According to Odaily, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a warning about a fraudulent website impersonating its official site. The fake website, which displays the HKMA logo, attempts to lure the public into conducting central bank digital currency or cryptocurrency transactions. It falsely claims that account holders must pay taxes before withdrawing funds from their accounts.
The HKMA has firmly stated that the fraudulent site is not affiliated with the authority. It emphasized that the HKMA will never proactively contact citizens regarding personal financial matters, nor will it request any form of transfer, payment, or account verification. The public is urged to remain vigilant and avoid clicking on unfamiliar website links.
The HKMA advises individuals to remain calm and verify information, especially when it involves financial investments, before making any transfers. The authority has reported the incident to the Hong Kong police.#HongKongMonetaryAuthority #FraudulentWebsite #Cryptocurrency #DigitalCurrency #FinancialFraud #Cybersecurity #HongKong #TaxScams #PublicAwareness #PoliceReport
🚀 Wells Fargo Reimburses Customer After Unauthorized Withdrawals
#wellsfargo #unauthorizedwithdrawals #reimbursement #customerdispute #pennsylvania #policereport #bankcharges #mediainvolvement #chargesreversed #bankrefund
A Wells Fargo customer in Pennsylvania experienced unauthorized withdrawals amounting to $4,443 from her account. According to NS3.AI, despite filing a police report and disputing the charges, the bank initially refused reimbursement, claiming the customer had approved the transactions. Following media involvement, Wells Fargo revisited the case, reversed the charges, and fully reimbursed the customer.#wellsfargo #unauthorizedwithdrawals #reimbursement #customerdispute #pennsylvania #policereport #bankcharges #mediainvolvement #chargesreversed #bankrefund
🚀 Hong Kong Police Report Rise in Online Shopping Scams in 2025
#HongKong #PoliceReport #OnlineShoppingScams #CryptocurrencyScams #TelegramScams #VirtualAssets #CyberSecurity #ScamAwareness #OnlineFraud
Hong Kong police have reported a significant increase in online shopping scams in 2025, with a total of 12,505 cases, marking an 8.2% rise compared to 2024. According to Odaily, the largest single loss in these scams involved cryptocurrency transactions. The victim joined a cryptocurrency trading group on Telegram, where a member impersonated Bittwatt (BWT) customer service and requested a 'verification code' for group entry. Subsequently, the scammer transferred all virtual assets from the victim's cryptocurrency wallet linked to Telegram, resulting in a loss exceeding HKD 3.7 million. Police advise contacting customer service through official channels when shopping online, verifying the authenticity of any transaction before payment, and carefully checking payment details. They also warn against clicking on unknown or suspicious links.#HongKong #PoliceReport #OnlineShoppingScams #CryptocurrencyScams #TelegramScams #VirtualAssets #CyberSecurity #ScamAwareness #OnlineFraud