A devastating romance scam involving the platform openexast.com has been reported, leading to a loss of $3,814,521 USD. The victim was deceived by an individual who initially gained their trust and encouraged small wire transfers, displaying fake profits to entice further investments. The scammers claimed to contribute their own funds to trading activities, creating a false sense of partnership and legitimacy.
When the victim attempted to withdraw funds, the platform demanded escalating fees and taxes, raising suspicions. Despite repeated demands, the victim ceased further payments but suffered significant financial losses.
If you encounter openexast.com or similar schemes, avoid engaging and report the scam immediately to prevent others from falling victim. Victims are encouraged to seek assistance from legal and cybersecurity professionals for recovery efforts.