Police issue a warning about cryptocurrency scams that use World Cup themes to lure victims. Authorities say scammers may set up fake websites advertising World Cup tickets or official merchandise for sale, and use cryptocurrency offers to prompt payments. They also warn of phishing pages that claim to let users stream matches, designed to collect personal information or credentials. In addition, police highlight the use of fraudulent “official World Cup tokens” that are marketed as legitimate and may be linked to artificial price increases.
The warning comes as scammers blend sports-related promotions with cryptocurrency tactics, including directing targets to lookalike sites or messaging them with incentives to act quickly. Police stress that these offers are not genuine and advise the public to be cautious when dealing with online advertisements, ticket-selling claims, streaming links, and any cryptocurrency products described as “official” or guaranteed. Authorities urge people to verify information through official channels before making payments or sharing details.
