Crypto Fraud Scheme Involves World's Oldest Tortoise

A crypto fraud scheme has reportedly surfaced, uniquely involving the world's oldest tortoise.

2 Apr, 06:38 — 2 Apr, 06:38

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World’s oldest tortoise caught in viral crypto death scam

Fake X account posing as his vet sparked global false reports of Jonathan’s death while soliciting crypto donations At 194 years old, Jonathan, the giant tortoise, was a youngster when Queen Victoria ascended to the throne – and has now lived long enough to fall victim to a crypto scam. News outlets including the BBC, Daily Mail and USA Today falsely reported his death after an X account posing as Jonathan’s vet broke the news. Continue reading...

By Helena Horton

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First report: The Guardian · 2 Apr, 06:38|Full coverage: 2 · 4h|Window: 4h

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