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A recent incident involving a Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFT owner, known as 'Crumz,' has shed light on the sophisticated tactics employed by scammers in the digital asset world. 'Crumz' narrowly avoided a significant loss after encountering an individual posing as a journalist from a well-known publication.
On November 27, 'Crumz' shared his experience with a scammer who impersonated Robert LaFanco, a real editor from Forbes. Using a fake account, the scammer approached 'Crumz' with the pretense of conducting an interview about BAYCs for an upcoming article.
Rising Scam Techniques in the NFT Space
During the interview, the scammer asked 'Crumz' to click a button supposedly needed to record the conversation. Despite several warning signs, such as using a non-premium Zoom account and requesting a separate recording bot, 'Crumz' initially complied with the requests. The scammer later asked 'Crumz' to perform an action related to his BAYC, specifically fetching a banana, which 'Crumz' realized was a tactic to distract him from his computer. This would have allowed the scammer to gain control of his computer and potentially steal valuable digital assets.
However, 'Crumz' stayed vigilant and remained at his computer, thwarting the scammer's attempt to take over his screen.
Warnings and Patterns in Digital Asset Scams
This incident is not isolated. A partner at the crypto casino Rollbit, known as '@3orovik', echoed similar warnings to his substantial following on the same day. He identified a suspicious account under the name 'Robert LaFranco,' falsely claiming to be a Forbes assistant managing editor, which was involved in similar deceptive practices.
The rise of such sophisticated scams in the NFT and digital asset sphere highlights the need for increased awareness and caution among collectors and investors. This incident serves as a reminder of the ever-evolving landscape of online fraud.
