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Key Points:<ul><li>Scam uses false websites to take advantage of FOMO.</li><li>Terminology pitfalls: “Diamond Hand” versus “Paper Hand”</li><li>Big wallets move; con artists target DeFi and meme currencies.</li></ul>The Shiba Inu (SHIB) community is vulnerable to a clever fraud that takes advantage of people’s innate “fear of missing out” (FOMO) tendency by employing devious strategies on social media platforms.<h2 id="header-0">The Deceitful Dynamics of the Scam: “Paper Hand” and “Diamond Hand”</h2>The fake websites that assert to be able to compute rewards for SHIB holders based on the volatile price history of the currency are the main source of the <a href="https://cryptosnewss.com/cryptocurrency-scam-kingpin-behind-bars-miami-gang-leader-faces-63-month-term/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">scam</a>. These services, which are heavily promoted on social media, invite users to link their cryptocurrency wallets in order to verify their status as a “paper hand” or “diamond hand.”One of the most important tools for tricking investors is scam language. “Diamond hand” refers to loyal investors who show trust in the cryptocurrency’s long-term prospects despite market volatility, whereas “paper hand” alludes to individuals who sell their holdings in a hurry and miss out on possible rewards.<img src="https://academy-public.coinmarketcap.com/optimized-uploads/5692d7ba323a4f5cb3cf7914c4352949.webp" />Source: TwitterThrough the use of wallet connections to these fraudulent websites, users unintentionally give fraudsters access to their SHIB holdings. Malefactors take advantage of this and quickly empty the victims’ wallets, leaving them empty-handed and regretful.<h2 id="header-1">Increased Risk: A Unique Strategy</h2>This scam differs from typical phishing in that it targets cryptocurrency fans’ newsfeeds with ads that appear genuine. It does this by using advertising channels. This strategy gives the scam greater legitimacy, increasing the likelihood that people would click on the phony links.Scammers have taken over stolen social media accounts, which they are now using to post enticing screenshots of “paper PnL” (profit and loss) statistics in an effort to further the hoax. The FOMO sense is heightened by these screenshots, making potential victims more susceptible._______________________________________________________________________________________Stay connected with us on <a href="https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMLrrowwwzOOyBA" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Google News</a>, <a href="https://t.me/cryptosnewsss" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Telegram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/NewssCryptos" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id&#61;100089949049302" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Facebook</a> to stay updated on the latest developments and engaging discussions in the realm of CryptosNewss.Disclaimer: Please note that the viewpoints and perspectives expressed by the author, as well as any individuals referenced in this article, are intended solely for informational purposes. They should not be construed as financial or investment advice. It’s important to acknowledge that investing in or trading cryptoassets carries inherent financial risks.Originally published at <a href="https://cryptosnewss.com/beware-shiba-inu-shib-holders-fall-victim-to-cunning-scam/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://cryptosnewss.com</a> on December 4, 2023.

Beware: Shiba Inu (SHIB) Holders Fall Victim to Cunning Scam

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