# crypto scams

By [dexswap](https://paragraph.com/@manojyadav) · 2022-08-29

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*   There are several variations on the basic **crypto** investment scam. For instance, instead **of** setting up fake sites, some scammers spoof (imitate) the sites **of** real cryptocurrency exchanges. For instance, the FTC says many people have lost money to sites posing as Coinbase. 3. Giveaway **Scams** Another popular variant is the giveaway scam.

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