How to Spot and Avoid 'Pig Butchering' Investment Scams
How to Recognize and Avoid “Pig Butchering” Investment Scams You get a message out of the blue. It might be a wrong-number text, a comment on your social media post, or a friend request from a seemingly interesting person. The conversation starts casually, but over weeks or months, it evolves. They share personal stories, express care, and gain your trust. Then, they mention an incredible, “can’t-miss” investment opportunity. This is the hallmark of a “pig butchering” scam, a sophisticated and devastating form of financial fraud that authorities like the New York Attorney General are urgently warning the public about. ...