Blockchain Detective Exposes YouTuber Involved in Crypto Scams
Blockchain detective ZachXBT has uncovered evidence linking a popular YouTuber to over $1.5 million worth of crypto scams. The YouTuber, known as either “BlueXBT” or “JB Adventures,” had previously gained a following by uploading gaming and trolling videos. However, it was discovered that he had been involved in various phishing scams, including those connected to the notorious Monkey Drainer, a scammer known for stealing people’s NFTs. ZachXBT connected BlueXBT to the ENS address cool-breeze.eth, which had received inflows of over 85 ETH from addresses linked to Monkey Drainer’s scams.
Main Points:
- BlueXBT, a YouTuber with over 120,000 subscribers, has been implicated in over $1.5 million worth of crypto scams.
- He was connected to the infamous Monkey Drainer, known for stealing people’s NFTs.
- BlueXBT was linked to the ENS address cool-breeze.eth, which received funds from addresses connected to Monkey Drainer’s scams.
- Monkey Drainer has stolen over $24 million worth of NFTs using a technique called “ice phishing.”
- BlueXBT has been involved in various recent scams, using stolen funds for personal luxury items and gambling.
Hot Take:
It is concerning to see popular influencers like BlueXBT involved in crypto scams, as it undermines trust in the industry. The fact that he showed no remorse and spent the stolen funds on tasteless items is particularly disheartening. It is important for victims to be aware of BlueXBT’s actions and for legal action to be taken against him. This case highlights the need for increased vigilance and awareness within the crypto community to prevent such scams from occurring.