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Description

An individual claiming to be Andreas M. Antonopoulos, a well-known cryptocurrency educator. The scammer used the email [email protected], WhatsApp number 645-444-1113, and requested a Bitcoin payment to bc1qup8pdkedndm43lssr6muvpya56673us293jnuh. He initially demanded $2,000 upfront, later reduced to $1,000, claiming it was refundable. After sending payment via a Bitcoin ATM, he requested an additional $1,070, claiming it was needed to “start the process.” At that point, it was clear this was a fraudulent operation. Research confirmed that the real Andreas M. Antonopoulos does not provide fund recovery services. This scammer is impersonating a trusted public figure to defraud victims. ________________________________________

Dollars Lost

$1000

Targeted Person's Location

CA, USA- 92604

Scammer Information
Scammer location logo

Miami, FL

Mobile logo

(645) 444-1113

Web logo

Unknown URL

Scam Type

Investment

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Business name

Andreas M. Antonopoulos Impostor

Date Reported

October 6, 2025

Scam ID

1074666


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