In our latest AMA, MEXC hosted Dr. Arda Akartuna, Crypto Threat Lead (APAC) at Elliptic, for a deep dive into one of the most urgent topics in crypto today: how to spot and stop scams before they happen. Hosted by MEXC, the session explored the psychology behind scams, evolving fraud tactics, and the tools that exchanges and users can rely on to stay safe.
Dr. Akartuna began by unpacking why even experienced traders sometimes fall victim to scams. According to Dr Akartuna, modern scams thrive on social engineering and emotional triggers promising quick returns, impersonating legitimate brands, or exploiting trending narratives in the market. He emphasized that awareness and skepticism remain a trader’s first line of defense. Dr. Akartuna shared how scammers continually adapt their tactics as communities grow smarter, creating an ongoing “cat-and-mouse” dynamic between criminals and blockchain security experts.
The AMA also covered how Elliptic’s analytics tools empower exchanges like MEXC to identify suspicious wallets and risky transactions before they reach users. By tracking wallet behaviors, transaction clustering, and cross-chain flows, Elliptic helps institutions detect illicit activity early, reinforcing trust and transparency across the trading ecosystem.
Dr. Akartuna also discussed the rise of AI-driven monitoring and predictive analytics, where advanced algorithms could automatically flag scam-like behavior before losses occur. He stressed that collaboration between exchanges, data providers, and regulators will be key to achieving a safer, smarter crypto environment.
The AMA wrapped up with valuable advice for users: always verify wallet addresses, double-check official links, and remember that “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.”
Catch the full AMA with Elliptic on MEXC’s official channels to learn how blockchain intelligence is transforming crypto security and how you can protect yourself from the next wave of scams.
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