Michaela
Popular blockchain investigator ZachXBT has revealed that Coinbase users lost an additional $45 million to social engineering scams just in the past week.
In a post shared on his Telegram channel, the on-chain investigator emphasized that the recent loss of millions in funds is not the first instance of Coinbase users falling victim to social engineering scams.
“Over the past few months I have reported on nine figures stolen from Coinbase users via similar social engineering scams,” ZachXBT wrote. In February, the blockchain investigator shared a detailed thread outlining the losses suffered by Coinbase users and the sophisticated nature of the attacks targeting them.
ZachXBT asserted that Coinbase’s aggressive risk models and its inability to effectively prevent such attacks have contributed to user losses exceeding $300 million annually.
Additionally, the blockchain analyst noted a key observation that he shared on his Telegram channel. “Interestingly no other major exchange has the same problem,” ZachXBT wrote.
Many in the online community backed ZachXBT’s comments, sharing their own thoughts and experiences on X.
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A content creator known as “Nathan” supported the blockchain investigator’s observation, noting that other exchanges tend to handle user concerns more effectively and respond with greater urgency.
“I agree that a lot of the fault lies with the customers, but with so many thefts happening over just a few months and no reports or responses from Coinbase, I don’t understand what they are doing,” Nathan wrote in a post on X.
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In April, the blockchain analyst publicly criticized Coinbase, citing personal account access issues and alleging the platform suffered a customer data leak that had not been disclosed. He claimed the breach contributed to thefts and urged users to reconsider using the exchange due to what he described as persistent platform shortcomings.
The recent wave of criticism adds to growing scrutiny over how major cryptocurrency platforms manage user protection, transparency, and response times in the face of evolving threats. As concerns mount, industry observers continue to call for stronger safeguards and greater accountability across the crypto ecosystem.
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MICHAELA
Michaela is a news writer focused on cryptocurrency and blockchain topics. She prioritizes rigorous research and accuracy to uncover interesting angles and ensure engaging reporting. A lifelong book lover, she applies her passion for reading to deeply explore the constantly evolving crypto world.
