Breaking: OpenAI’s Integrity Compromised in yet Another Cryptocurrency Scam
In a stunning turn of events, it appears that OpenAI’s official press account has been compromised by the same nefarious cryptocurrency scammers who have been targeting the company’s leadership for months. Yes, you read that right – the same crooks who hacked into OpenAI CTO Mira Murati’s Twitter account in June and stole from her unwitting followers are back at it again.
The scam this time involves a supposedly new OpenAI-branded blockchain token, "$OPENAI," which was promoted through a fake site that looked eerily similar to the real OpenAI website. The post on X claimed that all OpenAI users were eligible to claim a piece of the token’s initial supply, with holding the token granting access to all future beta programs. But, of course, the token doesn’t actually exist – and the post was just a clever ploy to steal login credentials and drain unsuspecting victims’ wallets.
But don’t just take our word for it – check out the screenshots below, which show the fake site in all its glory.
Is OpenAI Complicit in the Scam?
Now, we’re not saying that OpenAI is directly involved in the scam, but it’s certainly suspicious that their official account was used to promote this fake token. Could it be that someone within the company is compromised or simply didn’t notice the scam? We’re investigating, and we’ll have more on this developing story as it unfolds.
The Crypto Scam Epidemic
But OpenAI isn’t the only target – cryptocurrency scams are sweeping the nation, with Americans losing a staggering $5.6 billion in 2023 alone. The numbers are only getting worse, with over 50,000 scams reported in the first half of this year, costing consumers nearly $2.5 billion.
So, what can you do to protect yourself? Stay vigilant, avoid unsolicited investment opportunities, and never send your login credentials to anyone – not even to "claim your" fake token.
We’ll Keep You Updated
We’ll be monitoring the situation closely and bringing you updates as more information becomes available. In the meantime, if you or someone you know has been targeted by this scam, please reach out to us with your story.
And to OpenAI, we say: Get your house in order, folks! The integrity of your brand and the trust of your users are at stake.
