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Report a scam

If you suspect you have been targeted by an investment or financial scam, report the scam to the FMA.

Cryptocurrency scams - Social media account hacking and crypto wallet manipulation

FMA warns of crypto scams using hacked social media accounts and fake wallet upgrades. Stay alert and report suspicious activity.

Prime Ten – Unsolicited messages, not licensed in New Zealand

Warning: Prime Ten is not licensed in NZ. Suspected scam targeting investors via Telegram & WhatsApp crypto messages.

Scams operating on social media and messaging platforms

Beware of scam investment offers on WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Facebook/Messenger, Instagram and Viber. .

YouTube cryptocurrency investment scam

The FMA is warning investors to be wary of an investment scam which is using YouTube channels to promote fake crypto investment websites.

Bank of China – Fake term deposits

A scam offering fake term deposits using the name of Bank of China (New Zealand) is targeting New Zealanders. Scammers are sending out highly professional-looking product disclosure statements featuring Bank of China’s name, logo, address and registration details.