Currently, these cryptocurrency scams are truly hard to guard against, but if you think about it carefully, they can deceive people because their tactics really boil down to just a few points.

First, they are particularly good at "creating idols" and "telling stories." Think about it, suddenly an "expert" or "master" appears online, frequently showing off luxury cars and houses, telling you that they achieved financial freedom through a certain cryptocurrency. A lot of what they say might be incomprehensible to us, like "blockchain revolution" or "next generation internet," which sounds particularly grand. At this point, people can easily feel intimidated, thinking, "If they understand so much, they must be right," and unknowingly believe in them. Their most powerful trick is to create anxiety: "Everyone else is getting on board, if you don’t follow, you’ll be poor forever!" Doesn’t that sound particularly piercing?

Secondly, they specifically target acquaintances and play the "emotional card." Those offline operations like "going to the countryside" or "entering communities" are even more ruthless. You might think that a "fellow villager" or a "successful neighbor" is sincerely introducing you to investment opportunities, but in fact, they are eyeing the money in your pocket. They start by giving you some eggs and cooking oil, chatting with you, showing concern, and after gaining your trust, they'll present you with a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity. Many people feel it's an introduction from an acquaintance, feel embarrassed to doubt it, and inadvertently fall into the trap.

Thirdly, and most importantly, the "pie" they paint is just too tempting. "Invest 10,000, double it in a month" or "earn interest while lying down every day"—who wouldn't be confused by such words? Especially now, when everyone generally feels that it's hard to make money and there's a lot of pressure, these "get rich overnight" stories are like a mirage in the desert, making people rush forward uncontrollably. At this point, all risks and logic are thrown out the window, and all that’s left in the mind is a thought: "What if? What if I really can succeed?"

So how can we defend against this? Actually, just remember a few straightforward truths:

1. Anyone who tells you "guaranteed profit, outrageous interest rates" should be directly blocked. Is there really such a good thing in the world? If there were, they would have already made a fortune quietly, why would they be shouting to pull you in?

2. If someone mainly wants you to "recruit others to earn money," run away quickly. This is essentially a pyramid scheme, where the earnings come from the money of those who join later. Once no one is left, the scheme collapses, and those at the bottom lose everything.

3. If someone asks you to transfer money to a personal account or some messy app, absolutely do not do it. What legitimate investment operates this way?

Ultimately, these scams prey on our desire to quickly live a good life. But the more we feel this way, the more we need to stay calm. Remember, truly reliable avenues will never sound as easy as picking up money. When faced with opportunities that make you particularly excited and feel like you're about to get rich, take a deep breath, and ask "Why me?" More often than not, you'll be able to avoid the pitfall.