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Victim Loses $50M After Copying Address from Tampered Transaction Record

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A crypto investor lost around $50 million after copying a tampered address from a manipulated transaction record, according to Scam Sniffer’s report on X. The incident highlights the risks of what is often considered a secure process in the crypto space. ChainCatcher confirmed the details, noting the address was altered to redirect funds. The victim likely fell for a fake on-chain record, a growing scam tactic. The loss underscores the need for double-checking transaction details in crypto transfers.
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