ShieldGuard Learn: Scam Prevention & Education SECURITY GUIDE: Navigating the Minefield – Understanding & Avoiding Crypto Launchpad Scams Introduction: The Promise vs. The Peril of Crypto Launchpads Crypto launchpads emerged as a vital bridge, connecting promising new blockchain projects with eager early-stage investors. They offer project owners a platform to raise initial capital and provide […]
SHIELDGUARD LEARN: FAKE CRYPTO TRADING APP SCAMS Topic: Spotting the Deception – How to Identify and Avoid Fake Crypto Trading App Scams The allure of quick profits in cryptocurrency, combined with the convenience of mobile trading, has created a fertile ground for sophisticated scams. Fake crypto trading apps are a rapidly growing threat, often leading […]
SHIELDGUARD LEARN: DEX SCAM PREVENTION GUIDE Topic: Navigating Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) Safely – Common Scams and How to Protect Your Assets Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) are cornerstones of the crypto ecosystem, offering peer-to-peer trading without intermediaries. However, their permissionless and often anonymous nature also makes them fertile ground for sophisticated scams. As the DEX landscape evolves, […]
SHIELDGUARD LEARN: NFT SCAM PREVENTION GUIDE Topic: The Evolving Threat Landscape in NFTs: From Rug Pulls to Wallet Drainers The NFT market remains a hotbed for innovation, but the anonymity and rapid transaction speed of blockchain technology also make it a primary target for sophisticated scams. Recent threats show a clear shift from simple rug […]
🛑 SCAM REPORT: WhatsApp: The New Frontier for Crypto Fraud ShieldGuard Learn > Scam Prevention & Education WhatsApp, with its pervasive global reach and encrypted messaging, has unfortunately become a highly effective launchpad for crypto scams. Recent reports and law enforcement warnings (like those from the FBI and various financial intelligence units in 2024-2025) indicate […]
🛑 SCAM REPORT: Discord: The High-Risk Platform for Crypto Investors Discord has become a central hub for crypto communities, but its architecture and features—designed for gaming—make it a severe security liability for financial assets. We strongly urge investors to avoid using Discord for any kind of financial group or activity due to its inherent risks. […]
🛑 SCAM REPORT: Fraudulent Trading Platforms & The Pig Butchering Trap ShieldGuard Learn > Scam Prevention and Education The Fraudulent Trading Platform scam is one of the most financially devastating types of crypto fraud, often resulting in losses exceeding all other scam types. These platforms are typically tied to “Pig Butchering” (Romance Confidence) scams, where […]