Why Traditional Crypto Security Advice Is Failing Against AI-Powered Scams
On June 4, followers of the Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS) witnessed something that upset conventional wisdom about social media security. The museum’s verified Instagram account—complete with its checkmark and institutional credibility—was hijacked and used to promote a fake Bitcoin giveaway featuring deepfake videos of Elon Musk promising $25,000 in BTC.
Within hours, the museum regained control and deleted the posts. But the damage exposed a harsh reality: everything we’ve been told about protecting ourselves from crypto scams is becoming quickly outdated.
The Uncomfortable Truth About “Best Practices”
For years, security experts have preached the same mantras: “Only follow verified accounts,” “Trust…
