Common Investment Scams

Clone firm scams
Scammers imitate legitimate firms by creating fake websites, emails, and contact numbers that seem authentic.
Methods include:

• Promising “guaranteed returns.”
• Providing official-looking but fake documents.
• Pressuring you to transfer funds to “secure” accounts.
  

Cryptocurrency scams
With the growing interest in cryptocurrencies, scammers create fake platforms and schemes.
Be wary of:

• Offers with “risk-free” and high returns.
• Testimonials from fake influencers or fabricated reviews.
• Requests for payment in cryptocurrencies, making them hard to trace.
  
  
  

Key Tips to Stay Secure​

​Keep your OTP private
Your One-Time Passcode (OTP) is for your use only. No legitimate company will ask for it. Sharing it is a red flag.

​Watch out for phishing emails
Beware of emails with:

• Generic greetings like “Dear Customer.”
• Urgent requests to verify accounts.
• Suspicious links to fake websites.

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Always double-check sender details and avoid clicking on questionable links
Strengthen security:

• Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for extra account security.
• Keep devices updated with the latest security patches.
• Use strong, unique passwords and avoid reusing them.

​​Protect yourself 

Verify all contact details on your country’s official financial regulator’s register before making any investment.
Be skeptical of unsolicited investment offers, especially those with “guaranteed returns.” If it seems too good to be true, it likely is. Avoid unsolicited offers and stick to trusted platforms for any trading. Use our scam tool to check if a broker is trustworthy.
 
If you encounter suspicious activity, report it immediately. Together, we can ensure a safe and secure trading environment.