I agree with you on what you mentioned. Indeed, if the members who were stolen from had avoided excessive trust, gathered information about this scammer from the beginning, and used the escrow service we provide, paying attention to our alerts and recommendations on the Bptrades group, all of this would not have happened.

I have created a flag now: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?action=trust;flag=3256

I left a message via PM to the respected bounty manager @irfan_pak10.

Thank you @logfiles for your time and guidance.

Hello everyone,

I want to share the story of this Bangladeshi scammer who used a Telegram account username @Tunpa365 in a scam operation. He requested $10 loan from Gladitorcomeback in June 2023, claiming that he wanted to buy milk for his children and will would it next Friday but has not returned it till this day > [ # ]. This scammer also stole $30 from a member named @GMaxiCrypto in the @GMaxiCrypto, which provides an escrow service run by us. This scammer initially conducted some trades with the second victim to gain trust without using the escrow service. In the end, when he received $30 first, he disappeared. After that, the victim wrote that this scammer stole his money > [ # + # ]

The scammer returned after several days, and wrote in the group, claiming that his brother-in-law had been admitted to the hospital three days ago and urgently needed surgery. He didn't have money that day, so he used GMaxi's funds. He claimed it was a mistake and promised to return the money on November 20 once he received his salary from his company. A month passed, and I regularly contacted him, asking about the money. When the expected day of November 20 arrived, this scammer said he needed an additional seven days due to not receiving his salary. He pleaded with me a lot. I warned him that this deadline would be the last. The days passed until December 12, and he still hasn't returned the stolen amount. He completely ignored my messages, and it seemed like he was reading them on Telegram.
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The complete information about this scammer:
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Forum Username: RaselShorif
Name: Md Rasel Shorif
Email: raselshorif169@gmail.com
BEP-20 Wallet Address: 0x06d06C01Aaf0Af1b88824A7bcCaBD0743f8D026A
Binance pay id: 213284388
Binance username: Rasel3333
One of his alt accounts: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?action=profile;u=2461727 | FLAG

Telegram Username: @Habib1445 - @Rasel365 - @Masud333 - @Tunpa365 - @Ratan333 - @Ratan333 - @Rubel258000 - @Sohel365

The complete evidence: Google Drive Link
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I understand that the amount is not significant, only $40. Still, even if it were a dollar, theft is entirely unacceptable. [A person's need is not a justifiable reason for engaging in dishonest actions.] I even blame these good members for trusting this scammer, and even as an admin of the Bptrades group, I always warn that we are not responsible for any transactions or deals that take place outside the group without using our escrow service, and whoever violates this or the group rules is his personal responsibility.

I have banned this scammer's multiple telegram accounts from the official Bprades group and posted warnings about him to alert the members. Also, I created this topic late because I was busy the previous days. Still, this story will be helpful to many people, as they will learn that there is no trust in strangers, and they must use the free escrow service that we provide or the escrow service of any reputable member of the Bitcointalk forum.
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In conclusion:
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** It's now up to you guys to decide what actions should be taken against this scammer. He has participated in COMBO bounty rounds managed by Bountyportals before. Is it possible for me to request that the bounty manager consider addressing this matter and replacing his wallet address with the wallet addresses of the victims from whom he stole?

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✉️ BPTRADES GROUP: https://t.me/bptrades
✉️ BPTRADES ANN THEARD: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5472222.0

This is the first time I've seen this topic. You are doing great work, @examplens, in making the crypto community safe. I hope your topic ranks high in search engines so that when someone searches for a domain name in the search engine, your topic appears in the first results to help them avoid these scam websites. Perhaps if I have some time, I will report the registrant of these new domains to have them dropped down by the domain registrar. If I come across scam sites like your blacklist sites while on social media, can I share them on your topic?

Of course, this news or content published by these users cannot be taken at face value without conducting sufficient research. Anyone with a Binance account can post what they like, as Binance Square is open to everyone. There are many more reliable sources from which we can receive news.

Bitcointalk forum is eight years older than Binance; Binance was launched in 2017, and BTT is the main forum for Bitcoin. I don't think there is a centralized platform whose team is unfamiliar with this forum. If they indirectly promote the forum, that's a good thing. I hope that new members coming from there will use hardware wallets instead of using their CEX platforms. 

The scammers deleted everything on the two domains after successfully freezing and stealing the victims' funds to erase traces of their fraud. I am saddened by the loss of your uncle's money. I was hoping you @OP created this thread before this fraudulent operation happened to seek advice and recommendations. But it's fate, no problem. It's important that he learns the lesson. I hope he tries to report to the relevant authorities to investigate this matter. Perhaps your uncle's friend owns the domains; no one knows who is behind this.

Indeed, I searched on Google and found that they chose this name for the domain "mercedobItcoinIkx" because there is a famous Brazilian exchange platform called Mercado Bitcoin ^[1]. It has already collaborated with the Brazilian Central Bank (BACEN) and owns a phone application and an official domain. Do you see? This small research would clarify for you the legitimacy of the domains of the mentioned scam platforms. Once again, tell your uncle not to trust anyone, verify totally before depositing his money on any unknown exchange platform, and do his research first.

I'm glad to hear that, my friend, you've successfully withdrawn your funds from them, and fortunately, they didn't engage in fraud, maintaining their reputation to stay in the Binance marketplace, and the issue has now been solved.  

Indeed, I reviewed the screenshots and the conversation between you and one of Binance's customer service representatives. It seems that this customer service representative lacks the necessary experience and knowledge. Clearly, he hadn't heard about the All-in-one service before. It's truly ridiculous.

@GxSTxV You learned something in all of this, and that's good. You can lock your topic now

The following link is the correct link for the flag created by Bitum: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?action=trust;flag=3253
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Truly, based on the evidence in this topic regarding the MIR coin project and the previous bounty projects managed by the inexperienced bounty manager @repear7:

1- ZORORIUM BOUNTY: SOURCE  | ARCHIVED

2- CIRTUS.TECH BOUNTY:
SOURCE  | ARCHIVED

It appears that this bounty manager is not an expert and lacks competence in choosing projects he promotes, and he might even be part of them. Therefore, the flag and feedback serve as warning signs for bounty hunters to refrain from participating in upcoming bounty campaigns this BM manages, avoiding involvement in promoting scam projects and wasting their valuable time.

This algorithmic currency that caused massive losses for its holders shattered their capitals and contributed to the catastrophic collapse of Terra Luna, created rampant chaos and panic in the market at that time. Who can restore confidence in these currencies again? Regardless of the high risks, greedy people seeking profits will blindly invest in them without looking back or learning from the collapse. Even if USTC returns to the dollar, I am among those who cannot freeze their capital in it. As you pointed out, their project has already failed, and these currencies are still being manipulated in their prices to attract new investors who are unaware of the previous collapse and unpeg and the disastrous aftermath.

Indeed, BUSD has been replaced by FDUSD on Binance as of December 15, the main platform that supported it. Paxos will continue to support it until February 2024, as the issuance of new BUSD has ceased. BUSD was among the best stablecoins in the market and will soon cease to exist. Most stablecoins may fail due to regulatory pressures and the failure to provide currency reports. USDT is currently considered the best option, and the TRC20 network is the best in terms of fee cost, as ERC20 fees are excessively high compared to other networks, and the Ethereum network is consistently congested. Therefore, diversifying the wallet with multiple supported stablecoins in a hardware wallet and on networks that offer cost-effective solutions and transaction speed is considered the ideal solution.

حقا لم أجرب إنترنت ستار لينك الفضائي حتى الآن لأنه الخدمة مزالت مقتصرة على دول ومناطق محددة، حقا بالنسبة إلى إيجابيات ستاركلينك فإنها بطبيعة الحال وسيلة تستحق التجربة نظرا إلى السرعة الخيالية في الإنترنت التي سيتم توفيرها من خلال شركة سبيس إكس والتي تتم عبر شبكة من الأقمار الصناعية على المدار الأرضي المنخفض لتصل هذه الخدمة إلى حتى المناطق النائية والتي شبه معزولة وتحصل على سرعات إنترنت تتراوح ما بين خمسين ميجا إلى مائة وخمسين وحتى واحد جيجا في الثانية الواحدة في خلال زمن تنقلي بسيط للغاية، ما ذكرته من الممكن ان يحدث نظر لان ستاركلينك مازل فى المرحلة الاولى التجريبية فمن الممكن ان يحدث انقطاع او التوقف المفاجئ فى الخدمة إضافة الى ان تكاليف الانترنت ورسوم التنشيط والطبق وجهاز التوجيه والتركيب والتثبيت والاشتراك الشهرى وبيانات حزم الانترنت باهظة الثمن الآن, ربما الاشهر أو الاعوام القادمة نجد اسعار معقولة لتجربة هذا الامر الرائع.

حقا هذا قرار غير جيد، وقد تحققت الآن من عدة حسابات جيميل قديمة كنت قد أنشأتها منذ سنوات ووجدت أن طرق استعادة هذه الحسابات ليس لدى علم بها وهذا يشير إلى أن هناك من تمكن من تسجيل أسماء المستخدم لهذه الحسابات ومن الجيد إنني لم أقم باستخدامهم في أمور هامة  فقط كانت في بعض حسابات السوشيال ميديا القديمة التي أنشأتها وبالتالي من الممكن أن يقوم الشخص الذي قام بتجديد اسم المستخدم وإنشائه بطرق الحماية الخاصة به وبمعلوماته الشخصية من استعادة هذه الحسابات القديمة، هذا يشير إلى حسابات الجيميل الأساسية التي نستخدمها في منصات وأمور الكريبتو والمنتدي واليوتيوب يجب ان تكون نشطة وغير خامله لانه مع تجديد هذه الحسابات من قبل اشخاص اخرى سيتمكنون بكل بساطة من استعادة الحسابات التى تم إنشاؤها من قبل مالكها الاساسى، الامر ايضا يمكن ان نجده فى شريحة الهاتف لكن ان كانت الشريحة تم تسجيلها ببيانات الشخص فيمكن من بعد توقيفها ان يتم اعادتها من خلال خدمة العملاء عن طريق بطاقة الهوية للشخص لكن الامر مختلف مع الجميل والياهو وغيرهم.

عملة FDUSD اصدرتها شركة FD121 Limited وهى بالفعل فى هونج كونج واتفق انه ربما يكون سبب بينانس لدعمها لهذه العملة التى مقرها خارج الولايات المتحدة الامريكية لتكون بعيدة كل البعد عن المشكلات القضائية والتنظيمية, وفى المقال الذى ساشاركه يدعون ان شركة First Digital Trust Limited سوف تحتفظ بالاحتياطى من العملة فى صورة اصول عالية السيولة ونقداً مما يدعم العملة 1 إلى 1, ولديهم مدققون يراجعون اثبات الاحتياطى لدى الشركة لإثبات انه مدعوم نقداً بشكل كامل, ايضاً ياتى اسفل المقال امور هامة من ضمنها مخاطر عملة FDUSD, فمن ضمن هذه المخاطر الغاء الربط المحتمل ان حصل امر ما لامن وسيولة الاصول الاحتياطية وحتى المخاطر التنظيمية من الممكن ان تواجه هذه العملة لانه من الممكن ان تتغير القواعد التنظيمية فى هونج كونج, لذلك انصح دائماً بعدم وضع راس المال فى عملة مستقرة واحدة وتنويع المحفظة.

[1] https://academy.binance.com/ar/articles/what-is-first-digital-usd-fdusd

I genuinely hope they respond to you as soon as possible via email and refund the funds you deposited. Unfortunately, I couldn't find their links on social media and even contacting them through the form on their official website doesn't work. As you mentioned, live support has only been active for the past 5 days, and I couldn't find any previous feedback or reviews about these Global Finance cards, as if the service is neglected without any customers.

If the service has indeed been disabled, why hasn't Binance removed it from their platform yet? I hope you provide an update regarding this issue within 48 hours. What I truly see is that these third-party services are not trustworthy. Thank you for alerting the community about what happened to you so they can research before using any of these services. Just because a service is on Binance doesn't mean it's legitimate. All Binance seems to do is disclaim responsibility without considering the impact on their customers. 

I liked this tweet that CZ Binance posted on December 3rd, where he decided to leave his job ten years ago and sell his house to fully aped into Bitcoin. Some may consider this decision wrong due to the volatility and risks in the Bitcoin and crypto market in general. However, he could calculate and manage the risks, having the courage to invest instead of avoiding risks. I assure you that putting money in the bank and making profits from it is a waste of time and not worth the effort. Through Bitcoin, your capital can grow fantastically. Investing your money in Bitcoin is a sound decision because it is the best investment that will shape your future. It's possible that you can buy not just one piece of land but many pieces in any position you want eventually through your BTC profits. Trust in Bitcoin and learn how to manage risks and hold your amounts for the long term.


SOURCE: https://twitter.com/cz_binance/status/1731233341028888936

Certainly, Ripple is a good currency and has partially won its case with the SEC. However, it's only a matter of time before Ripple fully wins the case. I hope the same happens with the other altcoins that have been classified by the SEC as securities, as positive news will bring about a positive change in their prices, and they will undoubtedly rise with the occurrence of such positive developments. BNB has experienced a sharp decline, attributed to the ongoing SEC war that has not been resolved yet, along with the resignation of CZ and similar factors. In reality, I don't prefer currencies primarily backed by centralized platforms, regardless of their strength. The Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt that will spread around these platforms due to negative news will have a long-term impact on the currency's price. A close example is the FTT currency. I believe Ethereum is a promising and good currency that should be added to one's investment list alongside Bitcoin to capitalize on the upcoming halving.

Certainly, Cristiano Ronaldo, the football star, was promoting the Binance platform, where Binance signed a contract with him due to his massive global fan base. As a football player, What does the marketing he did for the platform and his wages have to do with what CZ admitted to and his actions? He did not force anyone to buy his NFTs; there was an agreed-upon disclaimer. It is not CR7’s fault that he should bear a billion dollars from the lawsuit indicating the failure of his NFTs and that Binance exploited his name and fame to promote its platform and assets, aiming to attract football fans to the cryptocurrency field. However, the truth is that NFT prices fluctuate like crypto, and every investor bears full responsibility for handling losses. Cristiano Ronaldo or Binance cannot bear the failure of NFTs after their prices dropped to a dollar.

1- I don't think buying Bitcoin is suitable for kids who are still in the early years of their lives and whose cognitive processes lack awareness, consciousness, and the ability to maintain a sequence of thoughts in their minds. Those who buy Bitcoin should be adults, mentally open, and equipped with sufficient experience and necessary information to secure their own Bitcoin.

2- It doesn't seem prudent to have my Bitcoin holdings in the possession of my kid, and he is the one securing it in my absence. This task can only be entrusted to another mature and trustworthy person, preferably from my family circle. My child can take on this responsibility when he acquires greater awareness and matures. I attempt to teach him through simplified methods that align with his cognitive and understanding abilities.

3- Bitcoin is a decentralized currency with no authorities that can control the Bitcoins you hold or know whether you are a child or an adult. In addition, this is the sole responsibility of the parents.

Thank you for sharing your story and this important warning for beginners. Indeed, clipboard hijacking is very common, and scammers have managed to steal a lot from people unaware of its malicious activities. The clipboard virus if not stealing sensitive and important data and personal information; can focus on replacing the copied address of a wallet/exchange in the clipboard with the scammer's wallet address. Many people may fall victim to this type of scam. Even most antivirus programs on Windows may not detect and remove it, and it can be challenging to determine if the device is infected or not. As everyone mentioned, the solution is to create a Linux operating system or use a non-main device if you prefer a Windows operating system that is not intended for conducting financial transactions and does not contain wallets or anything related to cryptocurrencies. It is best to avoid cracked programs, torrent files, or any programs downloaded from unknown sources.

It is not necessary to identify or participate in your local board. As you can see, all forum boards primarily rely on the English language, and perhaps most content on local boards is derived from English topics posted by other members. However, local boards can simplify information through meaningful discussions, guidance, and other educational topics published in your native language. They can also be useful for building new friendships. If you don't find a local board, there's no problem if your English is good; it's sufficient for you, or it is possible to participate in the other languages/locations board.

Indeed, I am one of the people who prefer my local board, and my goal in participating there is to help many members, provide them with assistance, and exchange knowledge more in the language we are accustomed to reading and writing. The good thing is that I feel I am not a stranger there.

Blaming Bitcoin or other top altcoins or criticizing them due to financial losses is unwarranted. Investors should primarily hold themselves accountable. Despite the presence of Bitcoin, considered a secure & the best investment in the market, and other top altcoins, they chose scam altcoin projects or hype coins. Also, due to their weak understanding and insufficient experience gained during their substantial investments, they failed to conduct adequate research and assess their ability to withstand losses. Even those who lost access to their Bitcoin wallets or sold Bitcoin at low prices must bear the consequences of their mistakes. This field truly requires experience, analytical skills, and patience. Without these points, all cryptocurrencies might not be trustworthy or suitable for them.