Are Google adverts being used to promote Bitcoin scams?

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Google adverts are being used to promote Bitcoin scams

Google adverts are among the channels being used by scammers to promote fraudulent Bitcoin services, according to Malaysiakini. The news portal has cautioned its subscribers to be vigilant as its name and logo are being impersonated in these illicit schemes.
Fake interviews and endorsements are employed

The scammers reportedly create fabricated interviews featuring prominent Malaysian figures, such as AirAsia Group CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, former Angkasawan Datuk Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor, and the former "Sugar King" Robert Kuok. These fake endorsements aim to lend credibility to the fraudulent Bitcoin services being promoted.
Scams appear via multiple online platforms

Beyond Google adverts, these fraudulent schemes are also disseminated through other online avenues. Malaysiakini has indicated that these scams can manifest in various forms across the internet, targeting unsuspecting readers.
Malaysiakini takes action and advises caution

In response to this issue, Malaysiakini has reported the scam to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, and an investigation is currently underway. The news portal advises its readers to verify news reports by visiting its official website, www.malaysiakini.com, or its news lab site, pages.malaysiakini.com, and reminds them that credit card information is only requested for subscription purposes.

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