MetaMask scammers take over government websites to target crypto investors

Scammers are using government-owned websites in India, Nigeria, Egypt, Colombia, Brazil, Vietnam, and other countries to redirect users to fake MetaMask websites and steal their crypto wallet holdings.

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8/15/2023

A Huge Scam Targeting Kids With Roblox and Fortnite 'Offers' Has Been Hiding in Plain Sight

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