September 15, 2023 SpaceX’s Historic Inspiration4 Launch Live Feed Hijacked by Scammers The recent launch of SpaceX’s historic Inspiration4 mission from the Kennedy Space Center took an unexpected turn when the livestream was hijacked by scammers. The hijacked feed was created by a YouTube user who claimed to have landed a rare tour of SpaceX’s rocket facilities in Texas with CEO Elon Musk this summer. The scammer, who has been reported to have created at least two dozen fake cryptocurrency scam videos, was attempting to trick people into donating Bitcoin on another site.
Key Takeaways:
- Scammers are using fake livestreams to dupe crypto enthusiasts into giving away their assets.
- Twitter has flagged accounts tied to fake cryptocurrency scams, including those impersonating Elon Musk.
- Scammers are using social media platforms to promote their schemes, including dating apps.
- Scammers often steal images to give their ploys credibility, and may hack verified accounts to appear legitimate.
Verification:
- Pay attention to the details: Recognize fake tweets, ads, and videos on social media.
- Verify the name, description, and handle of a website or YouTube channel.
- Be cautious of small misspellings or typos.