FC Barcelona Instagram Hack: $26,000 in Crypto Fraud and Lack of Response

An unauthorized account takeover of FC Barcelona’s Instagram page resulted in a fraudulent crypto scheme generating $26,000 in illicit gains. The hack primarily impacted the Pump Fun token, causing a spike in fake trading volume that reached $3.5 million. Notably, there was no official statement from FC Barcelona or the Pump Fun team regarding this incident. Silence from key figures underscores the significance of the hack amidst rising cyberattacks on social platforms and their influence on cryptocurrency credibility.