FBI Warns of Surge in Crypto Exchange Impersonation Scams

Scammers posing as exchange employees trick victims into revealing sensitive information, leading to significant financial losses.

Fraudsters contact victims via unsolicited calls or messages, claiming account issues.
Victims are urged to provide login credentials or personal details, which are then exploited.
The FBI advises against responding to unsolicited communications and to verify through official channels.
Recent scams also include fake job offers and false cryptocurrency recovery services.
Cryptocurrency investors are encouraged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities to the FBI.