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Platform Overview: BTCEncrypt.net, in conjunction with Crypto60.shop, has been revealed as a fraudulent operation that uses social engineering and false investment promises to exploit individuals. A scammer posing as “Mary” befriended the victim, guiding them through Bitcoin investments on Crypto60.shop under the pretense of short-term trading for profit. After multiple transactions, the user attempted to withdraw funds but was informed of a bogus tax requirement. Realizing the scam, the victim reported a loss of $66,818.80.
User Reports of Financial Losses
Victims were persuaded to transfer Bitcoin from legitimate platforms, such as Cash App and Crypto.com, to Crypto60.shop. The scam involved continuous transactions and fabricated trading signals, promising high returns. Below are details of the victim’s transactions in chronological order:Transaction Details:
14 Dec 2023: 0.01132914 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
30 Dec 2023: 0.01389932 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
11 Jan 2024: 0.02106352 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
12 Jan 2024: 0.02283767 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
14 Jan 2024: 0.01136582 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
16 Jan 2024: 0.03426137 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
18 Jan 2024: 0.045663 BTC (Wallet: bc1qgrnsttcu2npr4elt7axlsqvdl406d3vd8u42jk)
20 Jan 2024: 0.2355396 BTC (Wallet: bc1qgrnsttcu2npr4elt7axlsqvdl406d3vd8u42jk)
20 Jan 2024: 0.04719793 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
24 Jan 2024: 0.234264 BTC (Wallet: bc1qgrnsttcu2npr4elt7axlsqvdl406d3vd8u42jk)
24 Jan 2024: 0.04904484 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
30 Jan 2024: 0.7237565 BTC (Wallet: bc1qgrnsttcu2npr4elt7axlsqvdl406d3vd8u42jk)
30 Jan 2024: 0.04505731 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)
01 Feb 2024: 0.04540783 BTC (Wallet: bc1qwcaf4d5av3694zek43xfdkx5t3k903dg88xzzx)Red Flags and Indicators of Fraud
Social Manipulation: Scammers gain trust through friendly communication before suggesting investment opportunities.
High Profit Displays: The platform deceptively shows profits to encourage further investment, typical of Ponzi-like operations.
Fake Tax Requirement: Withdrawal attempts are blocked with fabricated tax demands, a tactic commonly seen in crypto scams.
Complex Wallet Network: Funds are distributed across multiple wallets, making tracking and recovery difficult.Conclusion
BTCEncrypt.net and Crypto60.shop used deception and false profit claims to lure users into transferring Bitcoin, resulting in significant financial losses. Always verify the legitimacy of trading platforms and avoid unsolicited investment offers, especially when personal contacts promote unverified services.