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Crypto Scam Safety

No, you do not have to pay your water bill in crypto.

Don't Let Hype Fool You

    Cryptocurrency quickly rose to prominence and offers yet another attack vector for cybercriminals looking for quick, easy cash. Here are a few examples to watch out for:

    • A job posting soliciting account executives to manage funds for clients by converting real cash to crypto and operating only through digital communications...no real organization conducts business in this manner.
    • Payment demands for recurring bills or fees saying you must now use crypto to settle debt of any type.
    • Employment schemes requiring a crypto payment before starting the role for any reason.
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Cryptocurrency quickly rose to prominence and offers yet another attack vector for cybercriminals looking for quick, easy cash. Here are a few examples to watch out for:

  • A job posting soliciting account executives to manage funds for clients by converting real cash to crypto and operating only through digital communications...no real organization conducts business in this manner.
  • Payment demands for recurring bills or fees saying you must now use crypto to settle debt of any type.
  • Employment schemes requiring a crypto payment before starting the role for any reason.

Real popularity leads to fraudulent exploitation. Cryptocurrency presents cybercriminals with a new way to drive urgency and collect using the same schemes they've always pushed. Go direct and never use provided links via any channel to pay bills or fees.

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