On August 22, 2026, ZachXBT, a well-known blockchain investigator, announced on social media that he is considering automatically rejecting assistance requests from Moroccan victims of cryptocurrency scams. He cited a pattern of alleged fraudulent claims from the region, which he said undermines trust in legitimate cases.
ZachXBT, who has helped recover millions in stolen crypto, did not provide specific evidence for the alleged frauds but stated that the volume of suspicious requests from Morocco has increased. He emphasized that the decision is not final and may be reversed if the situation changes.
His announcement has sparked mixed reactions in the crypto community. Some supporters agree with his stance, citing the need to prioritize resources, while others criticize it as unfair to genuine victims. Moroccan crypto users have expressed concern that this could hinder recovery efforts for real scams.
As of now, no official policy change has been implemented, and ZachXBT continues to accept requests from other countries. The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected.
