Unveiling the Notorious Crypto Scammer ‘Soup’ — Architect of Multi-Million Dollar Phishing Heists

SIDDARDA GOWTHAM JAGABATHINA
3 min readJul 18, 2023

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In a jaw-dropping revelation, the crypto world has been shaken to its core as renowned investigator ZachXBT pulled back the curtain on the enigmatic hacker behind a series of devastating phishing scams. The perpetrator, known by the alias “Soup” (real name Dan), hails from Canada and has been at the helm of some of the most high-profile Discord server breaches, including the infamous Orbiter Finance incident and the audacious Crypto Punk 6983 NFT theft earlier this year. Employing cunning tactics, Soup (Dan) exploited phony Decrypt media websites and impersonated Decrypt’s senior software engineer, Luke Hamilton, to orchestrate these elaborate schemes. Alongside a network of accomplices, he targeted legitimate crypto projects, luring unsuspecting team members into joining a fraudulent Decrypt Discord server and stealing their invaluable Discord tokens.

The crypto world has seen its share of ups and downs, and while a recent report by Chainalysis indicates a decline in overall revenue for crypto criminals, there’s been an alarming uptick in impersonation scams and phishing attacks throughout 2023. These scams continue to be a significant threat to the community, demanding heightened vigilance from all stakeholders.

Soup (Dan) and his team executed a series of meticulously planned attacks, leaving victims devastated with millions of dollars in losses. In May, their devious tactics struck the Pika Protocol Discord Server, resulting in the theft of over $220k worth of cryptocurrencies. Not content with that, they swiftly pivoted to target the vibrant Orbiter Finance Discord community, ensnaring investors through a fraudulent airdrop campaign and walking away with an astonishing $760k haul.

A Questionable Splurge: Stolen Funds for Roblox Collectibles: As the funds poured in, Soup (Dan) found a dubious outlet for his ill-gotten gains — exclusive digital collectibles on the popular gaming platform, Roblox. Engaging in such extravagant spending while leaving victims to grapple with their losses adds another layer of audacity to his criminal exploits.

ZachXBT has proven to be an unsung hero in the crypto realm, tirelessly pursuing bad actors and revealing rug pulls that threaten the community’s trust. By divulging the true identity of Soup (Dan), he’s also gone the extra mile by sharing crucial information with victims, offering them a glimmer of hope in seeking potential legal recourse against the cunning scammer.

The unmasking of Soup (Dan) has undoubtedly sent shockwaves through the crypto world, reminding us of the ever-present dangers posed by phishing scams and impersonation attacks. As we navigate this evolving landscape, staying informed and exercising utmost caution are vital to safeguarding our assets and fostering trust within the crypto community. ZachXBT’s unyielding commitment to exposing fraudsters serves as a beacon of hope, driving home the importance of collective vigilance in preserving the security and authenticity of the web3 space.

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SIDDARDA GOWTHAM JAGABATHINA
SIDDARDA GOWTHAM JAGABATHINA

Written by SIDDARDA GOWTHAM JAGABATHINA

Passionate about cybersecurity and eager to share the knowledge I have gained and continue to acquire to educate the world.

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