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5 articles for “investment scams” · clear
Ponzi and Pyramid Schemes Disguised as Crypto Investments
A crypto Ponzi scheme pays old investors with new investors' money. Learn how Ponzi and pyramid schemes hide behind crypto and the warning signs to check.
Oct 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Fake Crypto Trading Courses and Gurus
How a crypto trading course scam works, from lifestyle marketing to upsells and fake platforms, plus a warning-sign checklist and what to do if you paid.
Oct 4, 2026 · 4 min read
Crypto Scams on LinkedIn: Fake Recruiters and Investment Pitches
How crypto scams on LinkedIn work: fake recruiters, malware-laced job tests and investment pitches, plus warning signs and what to do if you are targeted.
Oct 4, 2026 · 5 min read
Crypto Scams on Instagram and TikTok: Patterns to Recognize
Crypto scams on Instagram and TikTok follow repeatable patterns. See how they work, the warning signs, how to protect yourself and what to do next.
Oct 4, 2026 · 5 min read
Crypto Scams on WhatsApp: Investment Clubs and Fake Mentors
How crypto scams on WhatsApp work: fake investment clubs, "mentors" and trading apps. Learn the warning signs, how to protect yourself and what to do next.
Oct 4, 2026 · 5 min read