Latest Crypto Trading Fixes
Each post covers one widespread problem and multiple practical solutions, with sources.
AI Impersonation Crypto Scams Surge in 2026: How to Spot Fake Support, Influencers, and “Recovery” Agents
Reports warn AI-powered impersonation is driving major crypto losses, with scammers posing as exchange support, influencers, or “recovery” agents. Here are the most common tactics and the practical checks that can reduce your risk.
Betterment App Sends $10,000 Crypto Scam Alert by Mistake: What It Means and How to Verify Real Fraud Notifications
Users reported a $10,000 crypto-scam alert sent in error by Betterment. False fraud warnings can trigger panic withdrawals and phishing risk. Here’s how to validate alerts, confirm account status via official channels, and avoid follow-on scams.
NYCToken Rug Pull Allegations: What Traders Should Check Before Buying a Politician-Linked Memecoin
Reports allege NYCToken, promoted by former NYC Mayor Eric Adams, crashed shortly after launch and drew pump-and-dump/rug pull claims. Here’s what to verify—liquidity, admin controls, unlocks, wallets, and disclosures—before interacting.
Truebit $26M Smart Contract Exploit: What Users Should Check After a DeFi Protocol Hack
Reports of a $26M Truebit exploit highlight a common DeFi problem: users don’t know whether approvals, LP positions, or bridge interactions left them exposed. Here’s what to verify (approvals, contract addresses, revoke steps) after a protocol hack.
401(k) Crypto Exposure: What to Do if Your Retirement Plan Adds Digital Assets (and How to Check Your Options)
More workplace retirement plans are exploring crypto exposure, drawing new scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers and regulators. Here’s how to verify what your 401(k) actually offers, understand risk disclosures, and avoid common mistakes when plan menus change.
Safe Wallet “Lazarus” Exploit Fallout: Common Signs of Compromised Wallet Workflows and What Users Can Check
Reports on the Lazarus-linked Safe Wallet exploit highlight a broader problem: users struggling to tell whether a loss came from a hacked service, phishing, or compromised signing flow. Here are practical checks to triage suspicious approvals, devices, and recovery steps.
Bitcoin ATM Scams Spike in the US: What New Local Rules and Refund Deals Mean for Users
Reports across the US highlight rising losses from bitcoin/crypto ATM scams, prompting city and state-level regulation proposals and enforcement actions, including refund settlements. Here’s what’s changing and what to watch for if you used a crypto ATM.
Dark-Web “Full Identity Pack” Sales Are Fueling KYC Account Takeovers: What Crypto Users Should Watch For
Cheap “full identity packs” being sold on the dark web can enable SIM swaps, KYC bypass, and exchange/account takeovers. Here’s what’s happening, why it matters for crypto users, and practical steps to reduce risk.
Coinbase Ends ARS-to-USDC Trading in Argentina: What It Means for Users, Conversions, and Cashouts
Coinbase has ended peso-to-USDC trading in Argentina, leaving users confused about converting ARS balances, recurring buys, and cashing out. Here are the common failure points (pairs removed, spreads, bank-transfer limits) and practical checks to avoid stuck funds.
Crypto ATM Scam Surge: Why New Local Rules and Federal Warnings Are Making Cash-to-Crypto Riskier
Crypto ATM scams are rising, prompting new city/state rules and tougher scrutiny. Here’s what’s changing, why victims are being targeted, and what to check before feeding cash into a machine to buy crypto.