Shenzhen Warns Against Stablecoin Scams

Shenzhen Warns Against Stablecoin Scams

Authorities in Shenzhen, China, warned citizens about illegal fundraising schemes disguised as stablecoin and cryptocurrency investments.

Shenzhen’s city government task force for combating illicit financial activity issued an alert on Monday, urging the public to be cautious of unlicensed entities promoting digital asset investments.

Officials said the groups exploit the public’s limited knowledge of stablecoins and crypto-related terms to mislead investors and fuel speculative investments. 

They added that such organizations are often fronts for illegal operations that conduct fundraising, online gambling, fraud, pyramid schemes and money laundering.

The task force said the groups do not have the authority to raise funds from the public and warned citizens that losses incurred from these schemes are unlikely to be reimbursed. 

Under Chinese law, individuals who participate in illegal fundraising may bear personal liability for financial losses.