Edited By
Maria Gonzalez

A troubling trend is emerging as criminals teach children to scam Coinbase users. A large Telegram channel promotes this culture, showing young people how to gather data and spoof numbers to target unsuspecting victims. The question remains: when will authorities step in?
Criminals are recruiting minors to partake in schemes that victimize Coinbase users. Reports indicate that forums dedicated to scamming have gained traction among younger demographics. Children learn methods to gather personal information and execute scams effectively.
"Theyβre teaching kids how to get data and spoofed numbers," says an alert parent.
This alarming shift raises concerns about the growing influence of online crime on youth.
Several group chats and channels on Telegram facilitate this behavior:
Specific Coinbase scam discussions: Group Chat 1, Group Chat 2
Parents and experts are growing increasingly worried about the availability of these channels and the potential for harm.
Comments from various online forums reflect a mix of concern and advocacy for proactive measures to address the issue. One user noted, "If youβre experiencing an issue with your Coinbase account, please contact us directly," emphasizing the importance of protecting personal information.
β Scamming culture targeting Coinbase users is spreading among kids.
π Telegram channels actively promote these scams.
π Increasing calls for action suggest this issue won't disappear without intervention.
Despite the noise, many in the community are urging Coinbase to actively monitor and combat this growing problem. With personal data on the line, itβs time for a comprehensive approach to protect individuals from these young perpetrators.