A Fraudulent Platform Disguised as Popular Memecoin Launchpad

A fraudulent platform, disguised as the popular memecoin launchpad “Four.meme,” has risen to the top of Google search results in a phishing campaign designed to deceive users into engaging with the malicious clone website.

Phishing attacks have become prevalent in crypto, evolving with current industry trends and technological advancements to exploit unsuspecting victims. The latest tool in this deception is the memecoin launchpad “Four.meme,” found on the Binance Smartchain Network (BSC).

The “Four.meme” phishing attack was highlighted by cybersecurity analyst @realScamSniffer in a recent tweet, noting the malicious site’s ascent in search rankings. The phishing operation employed Google ads to position its website at the forefront of search results, attracting users who ultimately fell victim to the scam.

> 🚨 Phishing Alert: @four_meme_ users targeted on Google search!
> 🔍 Protect your assets—avoid simple mistakes. Stay safe and alert! ⚠️
> — Scam Sniffer | Web3 Anti-Scam (@realScamSniffer) February 18, 2025

Four.meme Platform Attracts Crypto Criminals

This latest phishing attempt linked to Four.meme happened shortly after the launchpad was exploited, leading to the theft of over $183,000 in assets. In response, the platform temporarily ceased creating new liquidity pools for launching projects, stating: “To ensure security, token LP launched on @PancakeSwap is temporarily suspended and will be reopened once our development team completes the fix. On-chain trading is operating normally.”

The Four.meme team reassured its community that internal funds are secure, affirming that they would continue monitoring the situation and provide timely updates.

This incident represents a broader trend, as reports of crypto scams and cybercrime continue to rise. In 2024, the North Korean hacking group Lazarus Group was implicated in multiple high-profile heists, resulting in $1.3 billion in losses, accounting for about a third of reported global crypto hacks.

In January 2025, New York Attorney General Letitia James uncovered a scheme that defrauded residents of over $2.2 million, where scammers advertised high-paying remote jobs to trick victims into transferring funds into their crypto accounts.

The impact of these phishing and crypto hacks extends beyond immediate financial loss; businesses also face reputational damage, operational disruption, and eroded market confidence. In the case of Four.meme, the BSC-based platform paused the creation of new liquidity pools while addressing the exploit.

Crypto Criminals Use Authority Figures in Social Engineering Scams

In February 2025, Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong’s image appeared in a crypto scam ad on X, falsely claiming she was jailed for discussing a crypto investment, aiming to lure users into malicious links.

BBC broadcaster Nick Robinson’s X account was hacked and used to promote a scam for the crypto token $TODAY. In the post, hackers praised Donald Trump’s business acumen, linking him to a successful memecoin launch as part of their strategy.

Following a similar trajectory, Argentine President Javier Milei was linked to the launch of the $LIBRA memecoin on February 14, 2025. The president now faces scrutiny for promoting a token marketed to stimulate the Argentine economy by funding small businesses.

$LIBRA saw a brief surge in value before plummeting, resulting in significant financial losses for investors. Critics have labeled it a certified “rug pull” scam, where promoters and insiders profited immensely while leaving most investors with worthless assets.