Fake BlackRock token scam uses AI-generated Fox News graphics
A scam news article used AI-generated Fox News graphics and falsely attributed authorship to Fox News reporter Eleanor Terrett to promote a non-existent BlackRock token. The article claimed BlackRock had launched a token presale and directed readers to a fraudulent website.
What happened
A deceptive news article circulated online using AI-generated Fox News graphics and falsely attributed authorship to Fox News reporter Eleanor Terrett and FOX Business.
The fake article, dated December 5, claimed that BlackRock had launched a presale for a non-existent token named 'BlackRock Token (BRT)' and directed readers to a fraudulent website 'BlackRockToken[.]net' to participate.
Reported impact
Fox News reporter Eleanor Terrett warned of the scam on social media, cautioning users to remain vigilant against it.
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Sources and evidence
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