The bankrupt crypto exchange FTX has admitted a new spate of third-party scams and fraud aimed at swindling its already-embattled customers.
On February 3, FTX issued alerts to customers about recent attempts by fraudsters to scam customers, including asking for money, fees, payments or account passwords.
“We are aware of active third party scams and frauds seeking to take advantage of FTX customers,” the company warned.
FTX added that debtors and agents will not ask customers to pay fees or provide account passwords in connection with the “return or potential return of customer assets,” and encourages potential victims to contact the official FTX debtor email address to confirm the legitimacy of the message.
FTX Debtors shared the following customer alerts today. Please note that customers who need to contact FTX directly should do so at inquiry@ftx.com. pic.twitter.com/MbAj1Z89BD
– FTX (@FTX_Official) February 2, 2023
Scammers riding the FTX downfall have upped their game in recent months.
In late December, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation warned that fraudsters are looking for opportunities to “recoup those who have been hurt and try to find ways to recoup their losses.”
It claims a bogus website claiming to be run by the US State Department is working on FTX customers’ assets back to them and asking for account details.
In November, an in-depth fake video surfaced online featuring FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried verified by a Twitter account claiming to double customer crypto compensation. It lures victims to visit malicious websites that offer crypto rewards in exchange for tokens sent to fraudsters.
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Meanwhile, in a recent development in FTX’s bankruptcy proceedings, the states of California, Texas, and New Jersey have joined the audit of the company’s financial statements.
Another report on FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried by Reuters on February 2 has revealed that Bankman-Fried is reportedly in talks with federal prosecutors to resolve a dispute over bail conditions.
Earlier this week, the judge overseeing the case barred Bankman-Fried from contacting FTX or Alameda employees.