{"id":136355,"date":"2024-08-28T17:00:06","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T14:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cryptodnes.bg\/en\/?p=136355"},"modified":"2024-08-28T15:43:59","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T12:43:59","slug":"crypto-scams-hit-australians-hard-new-report-shows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cryptodnes.bg\/en\/crypto-scams-hit-australians-hard-new-report-shows\/","title":{"rendered":"Crypto Scams Hit Australians Hard, New Report Shows"},"content":{"rendered":"

The AFP\u2019s statement<\/a><\/strong> on August 28 revealed that out of AU$269 million (US$382 million) lost to investment scams, nearly half involved cryptocurrencies. AFP Assistant Commissioner Richard Chin noted that about 60% of the scam victims were under 50, surpassing the older demographic typically considered more vulnerable.<\/p>\n

The report highlighted that modern technology, including \u201cpig butchering\u201d and deepfake scams, is frequently used. Pig butchering involves scammers creating a personal connection with victims through social media before persuading them to invest in fraudulent schemes.<\/p>\n

Deepfakes use AI-generated audio and video of well-known figures to deceive individuals into investing in fake opportunities, with figures like Elon Musk being commonly exploited.<\/p>\n