TLDR
Phishing clones mimic eToro/Plus500/IG Markets/Saxo. Victim invests via clone, sees fake gains, can't withdraw. Advertised via Facebook/Instagram with deepfake celebrities (Branson, Musk, local TV anchors). Indicators: (1) URL slight...
How it works
Phishing clones mimic eToro/Plus500/IG Markets/Saxo. Victim invests via clone, sees fake gains, can't withdraw. Advertised via Facebook/Instagram with deepfake celebrities (Branson, Musk, local TV anchors). Indicators: (1) URL slight...
Red flags
- Urgent pressure to click, pay, or share codes immediately.
- A link or sender that does not match the official organization.
- Requests for card data, passwords, OTPs, wallet signatures, or bank transfers.
What to do
- 1WHAT TO DO: type broker URL manually, never click ads; verify via regulator's site.
Source
ASIC-Australia
Source reviewed by Mythos Forensic Team
https://asic.gov.au/about-asic/news-centre/find-a-media-release/2024-releases/FAQ
Is Cloned eToro / Plus500 / IG Markets — copy trading scam a real scam pattern?
Yes. Treat the message, call, or payment request as suspicious until you verify it through an official channel.
What are the first warning signs?
Urgent pressure to click, pay, or share codes immediately.; A link or sender that does not match the official organization.; Requests for card data, passwords, OTPs, wallet signatures, or bank transfers.
What should I do first?
WHAT TO DO: type broker URL manually, never click ads; verify via regulator's site.
Can LegalAudit check my case?
Yes. Start a free chat and paste the message, link, sender, or payment details for triage.