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Crypto stings have evolved from simple undercover buys to creating whole fake ecosystems. This proves the FBI can adapt, but it also underscores the need for regulation and verification standards across the industry. Imagine a verification badge system for crypto projects, similar to social media—might help cut down on these scams.

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Impressive work from the FBI, honestly. But it raises questions too. If law enforcement can create convincing 'fake' tokens, what happens when bad actors do the same, but with no consequences? Now, more than ever, due diligence is crucial for investors who want to avoid getting caught up in the next trap token.

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Honestly, hats off to the FBI. This is next-level enforcement, but it also sends a message that scammers aren't untouchable in crypto. Seeing wash traders and market manipulators held accountable might help clean up the space. We definitely need more of these operations to keep the ecosystem healthy.

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The FBI using a trap token is both genius and a little unsettling. It shows how sophisticated law enforcement is becoming in the crypto space. But now the challenge is: How will retail investors know which projects are real and which might be sting operations? We’re entering a new phase where extra caution is needed.

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