Crypto scammers using malware to steal digital assets refused to attack TON users. However, things are not so clear-cut.
Scam Sniffer experts noted that the operators of a drainer popular among scammers rejected the TON network.
In a message published in an unspecified Telegram channel, the drainer creators announced its closure in the TON ecosystem. The main reason is the lack of crypto whales:
The malicious application’s developers are now moving to the Bitcoin blockchain, which will probably create many more opportunities for scammers to rob.
“What’s next? If you enjoyed draining on the TON network you will definitely live draining Bitcoins.”
One of the main reasons for the lack of whales is the vast number of airdrops on TON. They make fraud not the most profitable way to earn money: phishing schemes on The Open Network bring little profit, reducing scammers’ interest.
However, SlowMist founder Yu Xian said that such an assessment of whale activity in TON may need to be more complex. In his opinion, the drainer team may need to pay more attention to the potential of the TON blockchain.
“A phishing group on TON is ready to shut down, arguing that they believe TON has no whale players and is a small community. They have already turned to the Bitcoin ecosystem… Too realistic. Or maybe this gang isn’t smart enough.”
Yu Xian, SlowMist founder
How the TON blockchain became a new haven for scammers
TON has become one of the most successful stories of 2024, with the value of its token growing by more than 100% since the beginning of the year. In addition, integrating TON with the Telegram messenger, which has more than 900 million users, strengthened its position as a potential residence for the widespread distribution of cryptocurrency.
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Author: Anna Kharton
