I’m sharing a concerning experience with a cryptocurrency scam known as the “Ripple Giveaway,” which operates through the fraudulent website xrpgive.com. This scam has resulted in significant financial losses, particularly targeting the XRP (Ripple) community.

Case Details:

• Scam Name: Ripple Giveaway
• Scam Website URL: xrpgive.com
• Transaction Hash: EF834D5A830CAE470A21B88A71FFFF6B5EA24FFEB6AE816F61FE6A3AF889AD84
• Date: February 27, 2024, 07:36:21 PM UTC
• Source: Coinbase
• Destination Address: rfQeiaXtM1NmNrMDmHcuPUN12Ud1CJ7t5C
• Amount Lost: 2,546.257002 XRP
• Transaction Details: Successful transaction, with the funds being moved to the scammer’s address as detailed above.

The victim, a 77-year-old, inadvertently sent almost all of their XRP holdings to the scammer after being misled by the promise of a giveaway. This case is particularly disheartening as the individual acknowledges that their age and medical condition (AMD) contributed to their susceptibility to this fraud.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of the same or a similar scam, especially involving the xrpgive.com website or the destination address provided, your story can contribute significantly to ongoing investigations. Sharing details such as transaction hashes, scammer contact information, and any communication received can aid Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) efforts to track down the perpetrators behind these fraudulent activities.

While unfortunate, your experience can help prevent future incidents and provide valuable leads to authorities and cybersecurity experts working to combat these scams. Please share your story and any relevant details to assist in these efforts. Your information could be instrumental in preventing others from falling victim to similar scams.