Kotaku's X (formerly Twitter) account was compromised by cryptocurrency scammers on February 3, 2025. The hackers posted promotional content for a gaming-related cryptocurrency, departing from the account's usual pattern of sharing legitimate Kotaku articles.

Kotaku staff writer Ethan Gach confirmed the hack. While the malicious cryptocurrency link has been removed, the promotional posts remained visible on the account's timeline, suggesting the account had not been fully restored to its rightful owners at the time of reporting.

The targeting of Kotaku's gaming audience for a cryptocurrency scam appears particularly misguided, given the outlet's typical coverage and readership. The incident occurs amid broader concerns about social media security and cryptocurrency-related fraud schemes.

Note: Users are advised not to click any suspicious links posted during this period, as they may be malicious.

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