Binance co-founder Yi He has issued a warning to the crypto community after her account was impersonated by scammers, resulting in the theft of 60 Ether (ETH) worth approximately $210,000. The scam involved enticing victims with a digital asset giveaway, leveraging He's reputation in the blockchain ecosystem.

He urged caution among community members, emphasizing the prevalence of fraudulent activities that exploit well-known personalities and companies. This incident highlights a broader trend of scammers targeting prominent figures in the crypto industry to orchestrate phishing campaigns, using sophisticated tactics to deceive unsuspecting users.

Scammers have also compromised social media accounts of prominent figures like CoinGecko, Vitalik Buterin, and MicroStrategy, and have utilized deepfake technology on platforms like YouTube to amplify phishing attempts. The exploitation of social networks has become a favored tactic among scammers, who mimic profiles of Web3 protocols during high-profile events like airdrops to lure users into divulging sensitive information or transferring digital assets under false pretenses.

The community is advised to verify the authenticity of online communications and report suspicious activities promptly to mitigate the risk of falling victim to fraudulent schemes. As the blockchain ecosystem grows, vigilance against phishing attempts and scams remains crucial.