Scammers Use Fake VOA Article to Promote Russian Crypto Scheme

A fraudulent scheme exploiting a fake Voice of America (VOA) article is targeting investors in a dubious Russian cryptocurrency venture, promising unrealistically high monthly earnings. This scam emerged following an interview between Tucker Carlson and Russian entrepreneur Pavel Durov, which scammers used as a pretext to create a phony transcript to attract victims. The scheme has drawn attention to the growing problem of online scams that manipulate legitimate media for deception, with scammers employing hacked Facebook accounts to advertise their scams internationally. In response, Facebook’s parent company Meta reiterated its commitment to tackling online fraud. Additionally, the rise of scams in the cryptocurrency sector has prompted warnings from experts regarding various tactics used to defraud investors, highlighting the need for vigilance. As the digital currency market expands, the prevalence of such scams continues to pose significant risks to unsuspecting users.