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Crypto-mining investment site promises fixed high yields

Fraudulent websites may claim to operate mining farms or secret trading systems producing exceptional risk-free profits. The SEC and CFTC have warned that such pitches can be linked to sites that simply take deposits.

Source: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission · Original advisory date: 2019-04-24

This summary is not a firsthand report or an endorsement or partnership by the source.

Warning signs to recognize

  • The mining operation cannot be independently verified but guarantees high percentages.
  • The promised return is not supported by an independently verifiable record

How to check or protect yourself

  • Research registration and independent operating evidence before sending funds.
  • Keep transaction details and report suspicious investment solicitations

Read the original U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission advisory

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