Ripple CTO David Schwartz Issues Warning to XRP Community About Latest Phishing Scam
Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, known for his advocacy against cryptocurrency scams, has raised awareness about a new phishing scam targeting the XRP community. He took to his X (formerly Twitter) account to caution users against any suspicious messages that appear to be legitimate.
In a recent post, Schwartz emphasized that any messages related to copyright investigations are fraudulent. He alerted users that clicking on any links in such messages could lead to a phishing site designed to steal login credentials and personal information.
Sharing a screenshot of a direct message from a Georgian user with the pseudonym “three-year letterman,” Schwartz revealed the contents of the message claiming that the recipient’s account was under investigation for copyright violations. The message included a link to a form that urged X users to provide information within a 24-hour deadline to prevent their accounts from being suspended.
Although the message did not directly reference any cryptocurrencies, Schwartz shared the information to raise awareness within the community about potential scams.
Additionally, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has also been targeted by scammers who used artificial intelligence software to create deepfake videos of him promoting schemes to double cryptocurrency holdings. Garlinghouse later confirmed that the video was fake.
In a recent development, Schwartz clarified his position on X by stating that he is not Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin. Posting a selfie from the Consensus 2024 event, Schwartz humorously declared, “Finally, absolute proof I am not Satoshi.” Despite his repeated efforts to dispel rumors linking him to Satoshi Nakamoto, Schwartz continues to attract followers who believe otherwise.
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