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May 19, 07:28 AM
CoinMarketCap, NuNet, Ripple Warn of Rising Scams Including Fake Rewards Emails and XRP Transfer Requests
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CoinMarketCap, NuNet, Ripple Warn of Rising Scams Including Fake Rewards Emails and XRP Transfer Requests

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  • CoinMarketCap
  • Ripple
  • Terra Brasil Notícias
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Several prominent cryptocurrency platforms have issued warnings about an increase in scams targeting their users amid a rise in crypto market activity. CoinMarketCap emphasized that it will never initiate direct messages asking for funds and urged users to verify any such communications to avoid falling victim to fraud. NuNet alerted its community to a fraudulent email falsely claiming recipients have rewards to claim, advising against clicking on suspicious links or sharing personal information. Ripple also cautioned users that neither the company nor its representatives will request XRP transfers, highlighting the need to avoid suspicious links and verify official accounts before engagement. Additionally, individual users have reported receiving scam messages containing suspicious links aimed at stealing account credentials, underscoring the ongoing risk of phishing attacks in the crypto space.

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