Detecting Crypto Scams
Beware the Trading Trap: Detecting Crypto Scams Cryptocurrency scams are on the rise, and those involved with digital currencies need to be aware of the risk. Paul McCarthy, a cryptocurrency expert and founder of Scam Detecting, has been researching crypto-related frauds for years in order to educate people about how these scams work. He believes that “the most successful scams rely heavily on an element of social engineering coupled with a financial lure”. Paul Mccarthy Scam explains that one type of scam is called ‘Pump and Dump’ which involves someone buying a large amount of cryptocurrency at a low price and then selling it off quickly at a much higher price. Other common cryptocurrency scams involve impersonators creating fake accounts to solicit money or offering investments with high returns and no risk.