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Scam Alert

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad’s X Account Hacked in Crypto Scam

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Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad's X Account Hacked in Crypto Scam

Key Points:

  • The former Malaysian Prime Minister’s account was compromised and used to promote a fake cryptocurrency called “$MALAYSIA” on Solana.
  • Analysts linked the fraudulent token contract to a known criminal group.
  • Experts warn of increasing cyber threats targeting high-profile figures for cryptocurrency scams, urging stronger security measures.

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad’s X platform account was hacked, and cybercriminals were using it to promote fraudulent cryptocurrency.

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Malaysian Prime Minister’s X Account Compromised in Crypto Scam

An aide to the Malaysian Prime Minister confirmed the breach, stating that the former leader had no involvement in the unauthorized post. The message, which falsely claimed the launch of Malaysia’s official cryptocurrency, “$MALAYSIA,” on the Solana blockchain, was part of a wider scam attempt.

Cybersecurity analysts tracking the incident revealed that the fraudulent token contract was linked to a known criminal group. The attack appears to be part of a broader trend of social media hacks targeting high-profile individuals and organizations.

Experts Warn of Rising Cryptocurrency Fraud on X Platform

Mahathir’s account is not the only recent victim. The official X account of the Cuban government was reportedly hijacked and used in a scam involving a Cuba-themed meme coin.

Additionally, actor Dean Norris, famous for his role in Breaking Bad, had his X account compromised. Hackers used it to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency called DEAN, which quickly amassed a market capitalization exceeding $8 million before being flagged as a scam.

DISCLAIMER: The information on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice. We encourage you to do your own research before investing.
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05 February 2025, 14:07:09 GMT +0000

John Kojo Kumi is a cryptocurrency researcher and writer specializing in emerging startups, tokenomics, and market dynamics within the blockchain ecosystem. With years of experience in crypto journalism and blockchain research, he provides in-depth coverage of decentralized finance (DeFi), NFTs, and Web3 innovations.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Rural Development from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to the evolving digital asset space. As a Crypto News Writer, he tracks and reports on industry trends, while his role as a Registrar at the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice reflects his commitment to governance and transparency.

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