Auto-Lock Feature: X will auto-lock accounts posting about crypto for the first time to reduce scam activity. Reason: Response to phishing attacks using fake copyright emails and hijacked accounts to promote scam tokens. Verification Required: Users will need to go through additional verification before posting again.
Impact of Crypto Scams on X Common Tactics: "Double your money" scams, fake memecoins, and fraudulent airdrops using hijacked accounts. Irreversible Transactions: Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible, making recovery impossible.
X's Efforts to Bolster Security Previous Measures: Bot purges, API restrictions, and behavioral detection. Latest Move: Auto-locking accounts posting about crypto for the first time to cut off scams
