Inside The Pig Butchering Scam

They text like a soulmate, then pitch “guaranteed” crypto returns. Sound familiar? We break down the pig butchering scam, the red flags, and the steps to fight back. Listen now and share with someone who might be at risk—what warning sign did we miss?

Dec 6, 2025 0 11

We lay out how pig butchering scams weaponize affection and fake profits to drain life savings, and we show how to spot the playbook before it closes on you. A real case illustrates the emotional and financial toll, the tech behind the fraud, and the steps to take if targeted.

• definition of pig butchering and why it works
• how scammers build trust then pivot to fake crypto
• Margaret’s story and the “locked” payout trap
• the role of AI in recognizing the scheme
• who scammers target and the psychology they exploit
• red flags: rapid intimacy, off‑platform chats, guaranteed returns, wire or crypto payments
• immediate actions: cut contact, preserve evidence, alert your bank, report to IC3 and police
• prevention tips for you and older adults

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