2018-7-27 16:40 |
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Twitter Blocking Bots Imitating Musk
Twitter is trying a new strategy to address the issue with the numerous crypto scammers on the social network.
We are continually refining these detections based on changes in spammy activity,” a Twitter spokesperson commented.
The measure is meant to mainly combat the growing number of bots that are active on Twitter and imitate Musk’s profile to scam people by replying to his tweets.
Most scam bots operate by automatically replying to tweets from high profile figures, often promising giveaways or investment opportunities.
Coinvault Operators Sentenced to Community Service
A court in the Dutch city of Rotterdam has ordered 240 hours community service for two brothers responsible for spreading and operating the Coinvault ransomware.