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Rug Pull Aftermath – How to Track Down Scammers & Stolen Funds

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  • 6 Sections
  • 18 Lessons
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  • Section 1: The Rug Pull Playbook – How Scammers Vanish into the Blockchain Shadows
    Learn how scammers execute rug pulls, how they create the illusion of a successful project, and why these scams continue to succeed despite the risks. Recognizing these tactics early can be the difference between a successful investment and a lost fortune.
    3
    • 1.1
      The Anatomy of a Rug Pull: How these scams operate and why they succeed
    • 1.2
      Follow the Money: Why blockchain is both a scammer’s dream and nightmare
    • 1.3
      The Quick Getaway: How stolen crypto is moved, mixed, and hidden
  • Section 2: Cracking the Code – Where Scammers Slip Up
    Even the most well-planned scams leave behind clues. By understanding where scammers make mistakes, you’ll be equipped to spot fraud before it can wreak havoc on your investments.
    3
    • 2.1
      The Human Factor: Why even sophisticated scammers make mistakes
    • 2.2
      On-Chain Breadcrumbs: How to analyze blockchain transactions for clues
    • 2.3
      The Off-Ramp Trap: How fiat conversions, CEX withdrawals, and real-world greed expose criminals
  • Section 3: The Crypto Laundromat – Where Stolen Funds Go
    Scammers don’t just take your crypto—they hide it. Explore the various methods they use to launder stolen funds, and learn how to track them down even after they’ve been washed through mixers or crossed blockchains.
    3
    • 3.1
      Tornado Cash & Mixers: How they work and how law enforcement unravels them
    • 3.2
      Bridges & Cross-Chain Laundering: The new frontier of hiding funds
    • 3.3
      NFTs, DeFi, and Other Dirty Tricks: Unconventional ways scammers clean crypto
  • Section 4: DIY On-Chain Investigation – Become a Blockchain Detective
    Become a blockchain detective by mastering the tools that reveal the true movement of crypto. Learn how to use platforms like Etherscan and Chainalysis to track transactions and uncover hidden assets.
    3
    • 4.1
      Essential Tools of the Trade: Using Etherscan, Chainalysis, Arkham, and more
    • 4.2
      Wallet Profiling: Identifying connections between scammer wallets
    • 4.3
      Tracking Stolen Crypto in Real-Time: Setting up alerts and monitoring movement
  • Section 5: Chasing the Ghost – How Victims Fight Back
    Success stories of crypto recovery highlight how victims are turning the tables on scammers. Learn the practical steps and strategies used by those who have successfully reclaimed their stolen funds.
    3
    • 5.1
      White Hat Recovery Cases: Stories of stolen crypto being clawed back
    • 5.2
      Legal & Law Enforcement Options: When and how to escalate your case
    • 5.3
      Community Manhunts & Doxxing: When the crypto world unites against scammers
  • Section 6: Prevention & Early Detection – Spotting the Next Rug Pull Before It Happens
    Get ahead of scams by identifying red flags and warning signs early. With the right knowledge, you can protect yourself from the next big scam before it ever hits your portfolio.
    3
    • 6.1
      Red Flags in Tokenomics & Developer Activity
    • 6.2
      Social Media Manipulation & Fake Hype Tactics
    • 6.3
      Building a Safer Crypto Future: What’s Next for Scam Prevention?
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