SEC — 5 Ways Fraudsters Lure Crypto Victims (May 2024)

**URL:** https://www.sec.gov/oiea/investor-alert-5-ways-fraudsters-may-lure-victims-scams-involving-crypto-asset

Summary

SEC OIEA alert (updated Sep 2024): fraudsters exploit crypto asset popularity to lure retail investors.

Harm patterns

- Social media tips and hype

- Guaranteed high returns

- Fake platforms and impersonation

Criteria: YY08, YY09, YY19