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    Manju Ram
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      Name of Scam: Trading Scam
      Type of Scam: Investment
      URL of Scam: sczesw.com
      Victim Description: The victim was enticed by a post purporting to involve Elon Musk in cryptocurrency investing. Contacted through chat, the victim was instructed to open an account on Gemini Pro and made several transactions funded via PayPal and their bank account. Attempts to withdraw funds were blocked with the claim that taxes were due on the profits, amounting to $27,500, which the victim could not afford, as all their resources had been invested.
      Amount Lost: $33,000


      Open-Source Intelligence Analysis: Investigative Report on Fraudulent Activities at sczesw.com

      Current Website:
      The website sczesw.com operates as part of an investment scam that manipulates victims into making substantial financial commitments under the guise of credible cryptocurrency investments linked to high-profile individuals.

      Domain and Hosting Information:

      Registrar: Gname.com Pte. Ltd.
      Registered On: 2022-06-06
      Expires On: 2025-06-06
      Updated On: 2024-05-08
      Status: clientTransferProhibited
      Nameservers: a.share-dns.com, b.share-dns.net

      Technical Analysis and Legal Action Recommendations:

      Domain Registrar: Gname.com Pte. Ltd.Action Recommended: Obtain comprehensive registration and ownership details to uncover the identities behind the scam.
      Nameservers: Managed by share-dns.comAction Recommended: Secure DNS logs and configurations to explore the domain’s network activities and establish any links to other fraudulent operations.

      Critical Observations:
      The operation through sczesw.com demonstrates classic signs of an investment scam, including the use of false endorsements and high-pressure tactics to coerce further payments under the pretense of tax obligations.

      Conclusion:
      The fraudulent activities conducted through sczesw.com necessitate urgent and decisive legal actions, including subpoenas for domain registration and DNS activities. These measures are critical for dismantling the fraudulent infrastructure, aiding in the recovery of victim funds, and preventing further exploitation. Public awareness and education on these types of investment scams are crucial to protect potential investors.

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        Admin
        Keymaster

          We just received another complaint regarding this scam:

          I saw an ad on Instagram promoting a Bitcoin trading platform, Gemini Pro / sczesw.com. I clicked on the link, which redirected me to WhatsApp, where I was connected with an assistant named Mandy Clark.

          I made a few trades, and my account balance grew to $32,000. I then paid $8,360 to withdraw money from my account. However, I was told that I had attempted to withdraw too much, causing my account to freeze.

          To unfreeze it, I deposited $4,700. When I tried to withdraw again, they claimed I had missed a step, and the account was frozen once more. I deposited another $4,700 to unfreeze it again. This time, I was able to withdraw $200.

          When I attempted another withdrawal, they told me my credit score was too low on the app. I was asked to deposit $5,000 to raise my credit score. I have been waiting for a $2,000 withdrawal for over a month now.

        • #9135 Reply
          Donna L. Schanks

            Was this a trading platform sczesw.com Gemini Pro.  Trading on minutes of currencies

            Bitcoin , ETH and so on.   Showing 95%  gains from an analyst, then say you make 52,000 in your USDT but you can not get the money because their agreement is the commission has to be paid first which is 20% of profits.   Now, you can not take it out of your profits / earnings they want it cash out of your bank account before they will release any of your profits.  So say, for this amount of profit $52,000.00 they want $10,400.00 sent them for commission.  Then I hear of people trying to get their profits but will not go through, also, telling them they have to pay taxes of 15% if I recall.

             

            • #9292 Reply
              Admin
              Keymaster

                Thanks for sharing your experience, Donna. The tactics you described—promising high returns, locking funds behind commission and tax payments, and demanding upfront fees—are all classic signs of an investment scam. Scammers use these barriers to extract more money without ever allowing withdrawals. Unfortunately, no legitimate trading platform operates this way.

                Do you mind sharing how much you initially invested before they blocked withdrawals? It could help others recognize the scale of this scam.

                If you’ve made any payments, report them to your bank, PayPal, and relevant financial authorities immediately. Also, avoid any further communication with them, as they may try to pressure you into sending more money. If you have any transaction details, wallet addresses, or contact info linked to them, feel free to share them here to help warn others. Stay safe!

            • #9134 Reply
              Admin
              Keymaster

                Scam Type: Investment Scam
                Scammer’s Website: Sczesw.com

                Scammer’s Contact:

                WhatsApp: Manager David – (929) 639-0901
                WhatsApp: Mandy Clark, Assistant – (609) 839-1738
                Address: 315 Park Avenue South, 18th Floor, New York (likely fake)

                The scam started with an Instagram ad featuring Elon Musk, promoting a Bitcoin investment opportunity. It led the victim to open an account on Sczesw.com (Gemini Pro) and begin trading.

                Initially, they deposited $200, traded with a “senior analyst,” and saw a small profit.

                Encouraged by the results, they kept trading and paid small commission fees, building their account balance up to $1,000.

                They were then invited to a “group trade,” where their balance supposedly grew to $32,000. To withdraw, they were asked to pay a $9,360 commission. They complied.

                Their first withdrawal of $200 went through via Cash App—just enough to build trust.

                But when they tried to withdraw $2,000, they were told they didn’t follow the “correct steps.”

                The scammers then demanded a $4,700 deposit to “unfreeze” the account.

                After that, they were hit with more excuses: Blockchain delays → Deposit another $4,700.

                Credit score below 80 → Deposit another $5,000 to avoid further penalties.

                Still no withdrawal. Now, they’re being told to deposit even more or wait 240 days for their money.

                Red Flags in This Scam

                • Fake celebrity endorsements (Elon Musk was NOT involved)
                • Too-good-to-be-true profits
                • “KYC verification” is used as a trust tactic
                • Small withdrawal allowed at first to lure victims deeper
                • Constant extra fees and conditions to access funds
                • Blaming “blockchain delays” and “credit scores” (which have nothing to do with withdrawals)

                If you’re considering investing in crypto, beware of websites like Sczesw.com that require deposits to withdraw funds. Legitimate platforms NEVER demand additional payments for withdrawals.

                Have you been scammed by Sczesw.com or a similar platform? Share your experience below.

              • #9107 Reply
                Debra Myers

                  I also got involved in this site. Any and all help is appreciated.

                  • #9133 Reply
                    Admin
                    Keymaster

                      Debra, sorry to hear you’ve been affected by this scam. Avoid further communication with the scammers, and do not send any additional funds. We recommend reporting the incident to your local authorities and relevant financial institutions. If you need guidance on tracing your transactions, you can check our resources or consult with professionals specializing in crypto fraud recovery. Stay cautious, and feel free to share any additional details that may help warn others.

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