Major Scam Emerges on Social Media Involving Sidney Crosby

Scammers have unfortunately taken a big place of social media. A new scam involving Sidney Crosby is making rounds on the web.

Social Media Scam Involving Sidney Crosby Surfaces

Following its acquisition by new owners, X has seen significant changes, especially in its content and advertising policies. A noticeable shift is evident in the type of advertisements being promoted.


A common tactic involves using the image of a well-known personality paired with a sensational and misleading headline to redirect users to fraudulent schemes.

In a recent instance, Sidney Crosby has been dragged into this deceptive practice. An advertisement featuring him carries a misleading headline about his finances.

Here it is:


This advertising strategy is not only peculiar but also potentially illegal, given that it utilizes Crosby's image and likeness for promotion without his consent, especially in the context of a cryptocurrency scam.


We wanted to spread the awareness, hoping the scammers wouldn't get anybody else.

As seen on Hockey Patrol - Crosby's Name Unexpectedly Mixed Up in an Internet Scam