In a video released by crypto analyst BullRunners, warnings were issued regarding the dangers of scams targeting digital asset holders, particularly those related to the XRP token. The video highlights a recent deep fake video mimicking Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse that circulated on social media. This impersonation promised free XRP tokens and aimed to mislead users, an increasingly common tactic used by scammers. Ripple CTO David Schwartz quickly responded to flag this fraudulent post. BullRunners explained how deepfake scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, making it difficult for unsuspecting individuals to detect them. 🚨RIPPLE #XRP WARNING | BRAD GARLINGHOUSE SCAM | RECESSION COMING? PREPARE NOW pic.twitter.com/AGbejXLrbf — BULLRUNNERS (@BullrunnersHQ) September 7, 2025