The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged three Nigerian nationals with impersonating securities brokers and investment advisers to defraud investors of over $2.9 million in a scheme involving digital assets. The defendants used voice-modification software and fake websites to gain trust, prompting victims to invest in fake accounts with promised returns. Regulatory units are increasingly targeting fraud in decentralized financial networks. The SEC seeks penalties and remedies to recover stolen funds. Investors are advised to verify identities and be cautious when sending funds via crypto.
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