Centro de prevención de estafas

Según se informa, se perdieron alrededor de 1,950 millones de dólares por estafas de criptomonedas en 2023. Los delincuentes siguen atacando a los holders de criptos de diversas formas y, por eso, debes estar al tanto de sus tácticas.

Un trader informado es un trader a salvo. Para ayudarte a proteger los activos digitales que ganaste con tu esfuerzo, creamos una biblioteca con guías clave que detallan cómo funcionan actualmente las estafas de criptomonedas más comunes, cómo evitarlas y cómo responder si sufres una.

El conocimiento es poder. Continúa para empezar.

Lo que debes saber sobre las estafas cripto: tipos de ataques y cómo responder a ellos

El mundo de las estafas cambia todo el tiempo. Para entenderlo, te recomendamos que empieces por leer sobre las estafas más comunes en la actualidad y la guía sobre cómo actuar si sufres una.

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What does a scam look like in 2024?

Read up on the different types of crypto scams in play today and how you can avoid falling victim. Build your essential knowledge before going deeper to better understand how to protect your digital assets.

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Responding to a crypto scam

You've fallen victim to a crypto scam — what next? Learn the best response to limit the damage, secure your crypto, and prevent others from being attacked.

Identifica a un estafador antes de que ataque

Desenmascara criptodelincuentes y detecta sus maniobras a tiempo. A continuación, te contamos cómo identificar delincuentes y cómo se ven las cuentas de exchange de criptomonedas oficiales, y resaltamos la importancia de que investigues por tu cuenta.

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How to identify a fraudster

Crypto scammers will leave clues of their bad intentions, giving you the chance to react and protect yourself. Understand how fraudsters talk and the channels they typically use.

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How to identify official accounts

Don’t be fooled by an attacker posing as your chosen exchange on social media. Find out how to separate a fake account from a legitimate one and sidestep a potential attack.

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DYOR: the most important acronym to know

In crypto, you should never act only on the opinion of others. Do your own research — or DYOR — is the mantra to follow. Find out how to conduct deep research so you can trade safely and effectively.

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Using crypto scam detection tools

When it comes to detecting and avoiding crypto scams, you're not entirely alone. Various advanced tools are available to analyze blockchain networks and smart contracts to flag anything suspicious.

Acceso denegado: bloqueo de activos digitales

Ante el riesgo de estafa, existen varias maneras de almacenar tus activos de forma segura para resistir a un ataque. Es muy importante que sepas cómo tus acciones pueden afectar la seguridad de tus criptos y cuáles son las herramientas indispensables para protegerte.

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Never overlook two-factor authentication

For many, 2FA is the number one priority when securing their assets. Learn how to use 2FA to prevent unauthorized access to your wallet and crypto accounts.

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Act smart: safeguarding your Web3 wallet

Your wallet is only as safe as you make it. Find out how your actions and interactions in the Web3 space can threaten your assets, and how to stay vigilant.

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Spotting and avoiding onchain scams

Scam cases are rising as Web3 grows in adoption. Understanding common onchain scams is the first step to avoiding them.

Un vistazo más de cerca: las estafas cripto más comunes de 2024

Los delincuentes son muy hábiles para encontrar la forma de robarte activos digitales. Este tipo de amenazas cambian constantemente y los avances tecnológicos se aprovechan con intenciones maliciosas.

Sigue leyendo para conocer cada una de las estafas cripto con las que te puedes topar y qué medidas puedes tomar para evitarlas.

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Protege tu corazón y tus billeteras: evita las estafas románticas con criptomonedas

El engaño es la táctica que más usan los delincuentes para manipular las emociones de sus víctimas y, así, poder acceder a sus activos. Conoce las prácticas ilícitas que se usan en las estafas románticas y de citas en línea.

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Pig butchering scam

In pig butchering, scammers contact a victim and build a false sense of trust before they strike. Understand why people fall for the scam, the warning signs to look out for, and how to protect yourself.

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Romance scam

It's not you, it's your crypto. This confidence trick involves creating a fake romantic relationship with a victim to access sensitive information and assets. How do fraudsters pull on victims’ heartstrings to eventually deceive them?

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Impersonation scam

Online, not everyone’s as they seem. From government officials to crypto exchange representatives, impersonation is a common crypto scam tactic. Understand how to avoid giving up your assets or data to a scammer in disguise.

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SIM swap attacks

If you’re not vigilant, your phone could provide a gateway to an attack. It’s called a SIM swap attack, and involves manipulating your mobile carrier to hijack your phone number and control your account’s two-factor authentication.

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Phishing attacks

Phishing attacks involve setting traps (like in fishing) that lure victims into clicking malicious links or accessing fraudulent platforms. Here, data is stolen in various clever ways to gain access to your assets.

Ficción financiera: análisis de las estafas financieras con criptomonedas

Es una triste realidad: donde hay dinero, hay estafas. Los criptodelincuentes suelen prometer prosperidad o trabajos para disfrazar su actividad delictiva. No caigas en la trampa: infórmate y protégete.

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Side hustle scam

The idea of a part-time crypto side hustle is appealing, but as the saying goes, if it’s too good to be true, it often is. Still, scammers attempt to lure in victims with seemingly lucrative part-time crypto roles as a means of stealing funds or data.

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Investment scam

There’s no such thing as a get-rich-quick scheme, but that doesn’t stop crypto scammers. They’ll attempt to draw in potential victims with the promise of quick riches through ponzi and pyramid schemes, fraudulent ICOs, and more.

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Remittance scam

The allure of easy money is central to crypto remittance scams, as fraudsters promise bigger returns if victims first share an upfront sum. Impersonation and emotional manipulation are also at play here.

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Crypto recovery scam

Crypto recovery scams prey on the vulnerabilities of those who've lost access to their assets, and are seeking help getting them back. The fraudster promises to help in return for a fee, but help never arrives.

Scamcoin: identifica estafas de proyectos cripto

Para los criptoentusiastas, es difícil no dejarse llevar por la emoción de un proyecto con potencial. Los delincuentes lo saben muy bien e inventan proyectos para engañar a las víctimas y que estas entreguen sus fondos o compartan información sensible. En tanto, algunos estafadores han encontrado formas de manipular proyectos legítimos para su propio beneficio.

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Crypto promotional scam

Fake airdrops, rug pulls, and pump-and-dump schemes are all common tactics for crypto promotional scams. They involve fraudsters creating seemingly legitimate opportunities to trick victims into handing over their funds or sharing data that’s then used to access assets.

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TRON wallet multisig scam

No technology is bulletproof, and scammers will seek out gaps in crypto technology as a route to attack. That includes the TRON wallet multisignature mechanism — a security measure fraudsters attempt to manipulate to access user funds.