What are the most common Discord scams in the cryptocurrency community?

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• Oscar MaiaMay 27, 2024 · a year ago
  One of the most common scams on Discord in the cryptocurrency community is the 'giveaway' scam. Scammers will pose as well-known figures or projects and promise to give away large amounts of cryptocurrency to participants. However, in order to participate, users are required to send a small amount of cryptocurrency as a 'verification' or 'processing' fee. Once the scammers receive the cryptocurrency, they disappear and the participants never receive any giveaway rewards.
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• subhransu pandaSep 14, 2023 · 2 years ago
  Another common scam on Discord is the 'investment' scam. Scammers will claim to have insider information or special trading strategies that can guarantee high returns on investments. They will convince users to send their cryptocurrency to them for investment purposes, promising significant profits. However, once the scammers receive the funds, they disappear and the users never see their money again.
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• loosyDec 30, 2021 · 4 years ago
  As a representative of BYDFi, I can assure you that our platform takes scams very seriously and has implemented strict security measures to protect our users. However, it's important to be cautious and avoid engaging with suspicious individuals or offers on Discord. Always verify the legitimacy of any giveaways or investment opportunities before sending any cryptocurrency. Remember, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is.
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• DFGH HUGHESNov 07, 2021 · 4 years ago
  Discord scams are not limited to BYDFi or any specific exchange. It's a problem that affects the entire cryptocurrency community. It's crucial to stay vigilant and educate yourself about the common scams to protect your assets. Always double-check the identities of individuals or projects claiming to offer giveaways or investment opportunities. Don't fall for the tricks of scammers who are looking to take advantage of unsuspecting users.
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