Bitcoin Scam Incident on eBay โ Warning and Prevention
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Hello, ChainBounty Community, I recently encountered a classic scam while selling Bitcoin on eBay. I want to share this experience to warn others and help prevent similar fraud. ๐ Incident Overview 1. I encouraged my parents to invest in Bitcoin, and they started selling it on eBay. 2. A buyer made a payment via PayPal, and after confirming the transaction, we sent 1 BTC. 3. About a week later, the buyer claimed they "never received the Bitcoin" and opened a dispute on eBay. 4. This appears to be a classic chargeback scam, where the buyer receives the Bitcoin and then falsely claims non-receipt to get a refund. โ ๏ธ How to Avoid Similar Scams - Avoid selling Bitcoin on eBay or through PayPal. (Bitcoin transactions are irreversible, but PayPal does not protect digital assets.) - Keep detailed transaction records and store the blockchain transaction ID (TxID). - If a dispute arises, use blockchain transaction proof to defend your case. - Report scams to eBay, PayPal, and relevant authorities immediately. These scams are becoming more frequent, and itโs crucial to stay vigilant. If you have experienced a similar issue or have advice on handling such disputes, please share your insights. Thank you.
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