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Bitcoin Scam Alert: Fake Iranian Officials Target Ships in Strait of Hormuz

Blocknomi Published 23.04.2026 06:59

TLDR Fraudsters are masquerading as Iranian government representatives to extract Bitcoin and USDT from vessels seeking passage through the Strait of Hormuz MARISKS, a maritime security company, has verified these…

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