Telegram Group Scams Surge 2,000%, Surpassing Traditional Phishing

In Brief:

Telegram scams increased by over 2,000% from November 2024 to January 2025.

Sophisticated malware spreads through fake groups and bots targeting crypto users.

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Rise of Telegram-Based Scams

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According to Scam Sniffer's monitoring, Telegram group scams have escalated dramatically, outpacing traditional phishing attacks. These scams, which surged by over 2,000% in the past three months, leverage sophisticated tactics, including:

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• Fake Verification Bots: Malicious bots posing as legitimate services.
• Fake Trading & Airdrop Groups: Groups promising rewards or trades to lure victims.
• "Exclusive" Alpha Groups: Premium-looking groups targeting high-value crypto users.

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Once users interact with these scams, attackers deploy malware capable of:

• Accessing passwords.
• Scanning wallet files.
• Monitoring clipboard activity.
• Stealing browser data.

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Stay Safe

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Legitimate crypto services will never ask users to:

• Execute commands.
• Install "verification" software.
• Run scripts from their clipboard.

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