Investment & Crypto Scams
Fraudulent investment schemes and fake cryptocurrency platforms have cost victims billions. Learn how these scams operate and what recovery options exist.
📈 How Investment Scams Work
Investment scams typically begin with an unsolicited contact - a social media ad, cold call, or message promising extraordinary returns. Scammers create sophisticated-looking trading platforms with fake profit dashboards showing your "investment" growing rapidly.
Initially, you may even be allowed small withdrawals to build trust. But when you try to withdraw larger amounts, you'll face increasing demands for "fees," "taxes," or "insurance" that must be paid before release. These fees never end - they're simply extracting more money.
⚠ Warning Signs
🛠 Recovery Steps
- Stop Sending MoneyNo matter what "fees" they claim are required. Legitimate platforms don't work this way.
- Document EverythingSave the website, your account dashboard, all communications, transaction receipts, and wallet addresses.
- Contact Your BankReport the fraud and ask about chargeback options for card payments or recall options for transfers.
- Report to RegulatorsBaFin in Germany, FCA in UK, or your local financial regulator.
- File Police ReportContact local cybercrime units with all evidence.
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