HitBTC fake website
Researchers have discovered that an individual(s) created the website hitbt2c.lol, which is designed to look like the genuine website of HitBTC, hitbtc.com. The scammers encouraged cryptocurrency traders to connect their wallets or deposit digital assets onto what they thought was a legitimate exchange. If users followed the instructions, they would inadvertently send funds to the scammers’ addresses instead of a genuine exchange, and the funds would be lost. MistTrack was able to locate four blockchain addresses that the scammers used to receive funds from unsuspecting users, and these wallets accumulated over $15 million worth of cryptocurrency during their existence, according to the researchers’ estimate.
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Scammer Addresses:
0x49Dc14Dd851B6EaE8d685715e12a06cc1BFC5d8d
0xB96629F7EE409D67e3F58BD30a846734CD808BAc
0x191326db16ed40b20f716803e299f219cf92ad2aThe scammer(0x49Dā¦d8d) has stolen more than $3 million, including $SHIB, $USDT, $ETH and other currencies. pic.twitter.com/8pC8ZHYiNo
ā MistTrackšµļø (@MistTrack_io) May 16, 2023
This recent crypto scam is a clear indication of the potential hazards that come with operating in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Scammers persist in exploiting the attractiveness of digital assets, resulting in significant financial losses for individuals who are unaware of their fraudulent activities.
Therefore, it is essential for users to remain watchful, take caution when engaging with crypto platforms, and employ top security measures to protect their digital assets. Furthermore, the actions taken by regulatory authorities to curb illicit activities in the crypto space are crucial in preserving the industry’s integrity and fostering trust.
