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The latest forex and CFD scam reports — fresh complaints and fraud warnings gathered daily from social media and traders, summarised by our editors. Not limited to brokers in our database; if a scheme is being flagged, it can show up here.

Updated 2026-07-28

Latest scam reports

Freshly gathered from social media and user complaints, each summarised neutrally with a link to the original source.

Forex
Reddit High risk 2026-08-18

Redditor reports fake Morgan Stanley advisor scam

A Reddit user claims they were targeted by a person posing as a Morgan Stanley financial advisor who provided AI-generated verification. After backing out, the scammer sent threatening emails. The user reversed their 401k withdrawal and advises others to verify credentials carefully.

Habbyforex
X Caution 2026-08-17

Twitter User Alleges Habbyforex is a Scam

A Twitter user with the handle @Habbyforex_ posted a claim that Forex is a scam, specifically referencing Habbyforex. The post includes a link, but no further details were provided. The claim is attributed to the user and has not been independently verified.

Reddit High risk 2026-08-16

User recounts GDC coin scam in Maharashtra

A Reddit user shared an experience with a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme involving GDC coin, which allegedly disappeared after a large-scale scam in Maharashtra. The user also highlighted common red flags in MLM-style recruitment tactics.

X Caution 2026-08-15

TruTraderFX founder accuses Nigerian traders of forex fraud

According to a tweet from forexblog newsroom, TruTraderFX founder Jamaal Trades has accused several Nigerian traders, including Habby Forex, Jeffrey Benson, Dax, Trade With Kene, FZ Nation, and Bryan OG, of being fraudsters who use forex trading as a cover for scams. The allegations are as yet unproven.

TruTraderFX founder Jamaal Trades Read full report →
X High risk 2026-08-15

Trader accuses @yassfxacademy of forex scam

A Twitter user claims to have been scammed by @yassfxacademy, accusing the group of hiding behind forex and crypto trading education to deceive investors. The poster calls on Nigerian authorities to investigate, warning others to stay away.

@yassfxacademy Read full report →
X High risk 2026-08-14

Jamaal Trades Alleges Nigerian Forex Traders Are Fraudsters

According to a Twitter post by TruTraderFX founder Jamaal Trades, several well-known Nigerian forex traders, including Habby Forex, Jeffrey Benson, Dax, Trade With Kene, Fznation, and Bryan OG, have been accused of running scams. The post warns followers to avoid these individuals, but no evidence has been provided.

Nigerian forex traders (Habby Forex, Jeffrey Benson, Dax, Trade With Kene, Fznation, Bryan OG) Read full report →
Reddit High risk 2026-08-13

Trader reports Axwel withdrawal issues and high-pressure tactics

A Reddit user claims that Axwel, operating through Flux Ltd in Comoros, blocked withdrawals after they invested approximately ₹49.5 lakh. The user describes a pattern of initial profits, pressure to increase deposits, and repeated demands for more funds to recover losses. The user has filed a complaint with Indian Cyber Crime Police.

Axwel (axwel.com) Read full report →
Reddit High risk 2026-08-12

Reddit User Warns of Forex Scam Linked to Echelon and PU Prime

A Reddit user reports that a crochet creator on Instagram is promoting forex trading through Echelon and PU Prime, directing followers to private Telegram groups. The user says Echelon Investment Ltd is blacklisted by the UK FCA, and claims the scheme involves fake profits and blocked withdrawals.

Echelon Investment Ltd, PU Prime Read full report →
X Caution 2026-08-12

Twitter warning targets CoinFxBoom platform

A Twitter user has issued a warning about CoinFxBoom, a trading platform that advertises binary options, forex, and crypto trading with unusually large returns. The poster advises careful verification before depositing funds and invites victims to contact them directly.

X High risk 2026-08-12

User Claims Plutus Trade Base Withholds Funds, Fakes Proofs

A Twitter user alleges that Plutus Trade Base is withholding nearly $99,334 from two MT5 accounts and posting AI-generated withdrawal certificates. The post also claims Rise Financial Support confirmed no affiliation, and an FBI IC3 case is active. These allegations are as yet unverified.

Plutus Trade Base Read full report →
X High risk 2026-08-12

Scam warning issued for CoinFxBoom trading platform

A Twitter user warns that CoinFxBoom promotes binary options, forex, and crypto trading with unusually large returns, urging caution before depositing. The poster advises victims to contact them directly. The warning highlights the need for verification before engaging with the platform.

X Caution 2026-08-12

CoinFxBoom Scam Warning Circulates on Twitter

A Twitter user has issued a scam warning for trading platform CoinFxBoom, citing its promotion of binary options, forex, and crypto trading with unusually large returns. The poster advises caution and verification before depositing funds.

Trustpilot High risk 2026-08-11

Trustpilot user alleges Exness wiped out account

A Trustpilot user claims that after verifying their account and depositing, they encountered issues when trying to sell, and subsequently all funds were wiped out and trading history deleted. The user advises staying away from Exness. The claims are unverified.

X High risk 2026-08-11

Plutus Trade Base Accused of Refusing $99K Payout

A trader on Twitter claims that Plutus Trade Base, also operating as Triple Edge Group LTD, is refusing a payout of $99,334.44 on MT5 accounts. The post mentions blocked auto-trading and legal actions including an FBI IC3 case and a chargeback with Bybit. The trader warns others to avoid the platform.

Plutus Trade Base / Triple Edge Group LTD Read full report →

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Regulator watch lists

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