Blockchain researcher ZachXBT revealed a coordinated network of fake accounts on X exploiting viral war and geopolitical posts to drive crypto scams.
According to ZachXBT, the scheme involved more than 10 interconnected accounts, many with pre-existing follower bases, posting sensational or exaggerated content to attract attention.
The posts, often AI-generated, impersonated prominent figures such as Mario Nawfal and flooded the platform with “doomposts” before promoting fraudulent crypto giveaways or pump-and-dump token schemes.
“On-chain evidence suggests the scheme generated six-figure profits,” ZachXBT said, adding that the group has been systematically farming engagement and may be preparing future scams
How it worked exactly
The scam began with accounts that already had followers. By repeatedly posting sensational or misleading war and political content, these accounts attracted millions of views.
Once attention peaked, the operators pivoted to crypto-related promotions.
One example spotted by ZachXBT involved a pump-and-dump scheme named Oramama, promoted on Feb. 22. Large accounts in the replies and quote threads unknowingly amplified the posts, boosting the reach of the scams.
Social media’s ongoing challenge
Last month, X’s product chief Nikita Bier announced measures to improve AI content detection, remove malicious bots, and allow users to flag suspected automated or AI-generated posts. Despite these efforts, ZachXBT’s investigation shows that coordinated networks can still generate large engagement quickly and mislead users.
ZachXBT recommended that platforms enforce bans and pursue legal consequences for such manipulations. He also urged users to review posts and account activity carefully before interacting with content. The researcher shared a list of accounts allegedly involved, warning that users may change usernames or deactivate accounts.
Oleksii Shumak
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