MARISKS
Coverage of MARISKS in the Nexus archive.
- Crypto scam lures ships into Strait of Hormuz, falsely promising safe passage
Crypto scammers are targeting ships near the Strait of Hormuz, falsely claiming to represent Iranian authorities and demanding cryptocurrency payments for safe passage. The scam may have affected a ship that faced Iranian gunfire, as scammers exploited confusion over Iran's real cryptocurrency payment demands for transit through the strategic waterway.
- Scammers Target Stranded Ships in Strait of Hormuz With Fake Bitcoin Transit Fees
Scammers are targeting stranded ships in the Strait of Hormuz by demanding fake Bitcoin and Tether transit fees, with messages falsely claiming to represent Iranian authorities. The scheme exploits disruptions in the critical energy corridor due to U.S.-Iran tensions, affecting hundreds of vessels and thousands of seafarers.
- Scammers demand crypto ‘clearance’ fees from ships near Strait of Hormuz: report
A Greek maritime risk firm, MARISKS, warned shippers about fraudulent demands for cryptocurrency 'clearance' fees near the Strait of Hormuz, with scammers requesting payments in Bitcoin or USDT. The alert highlights a growing security threat targeting maritime traffic in a critical global shipping route.