Crowdfunding Nerds: Kickstarter Marketing, Business, & Beyond!

Marketing Scams & How I Almost Lost $9500


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Have you ever wondered how scammers craft their traps so convincingly? In this gripping episode of Crowdfunding Nerds, hosts Andrew Loewen and Sean take you on a harrowing journey through a sophisticated scam attempt that nearly cost Andrew $9,500 in Bitcoin! 


Andrew recounts how the scammers, posing as law enforcement, manipulated real-life events, like a recent jury summons, to weave a believable narrative. Discover how his wife’s quick thinking and a call to the police unraveled the deceitful web. 

We dive into the broader implications of scams in the crowdfunding world, where public financial successes can make creators prime targets. Plus, we tackle the murky waters of digital advertising on platforms like Google and Facebook. Are they really scams, or just misunderstood? 

Tune in for invaluable insights and practical advice on protecting your online identity and investments. Stay savvy, stay safe!

 

Links to check out!

Google Scam - https://krebsonsecurity.com/2024/12/how-to-lose-a-fortune-with-just-one-bad-click/

Why you should not use text 2fa - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVyu7NB7W6Y

 

Please Hold Short Film - https://www.amazon.com/Please-Hold-Doreen-Calderon/dp/B0B6FKMFR6



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