FBI warns of fake tokens impersonating agency on the Tron network
The FBI warned users on the Tron network about fake tokens impersonating the agency to solicit personal information.Summary
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a warning via its New York branch on X, cautioning the public against trusting tokens claiming affiliation with the agency on the Tron blockchain network. Users were urged to exercise caution if they encounter such tokens and to avoid providing any identifying information to associated websites, especially if the token demands details under the threat of asset freezes for alleged AML violations. The FBI directed users to its Internet Crime Complaint Center for reporting suspicious activity. This warning comes as the FBI reported that losses from crypto fraud reached billions in 2023, marking a 45% increase from 2022, with investment fraud being its largest category of financial losses.
(Source：The Block)