[56743] Rise in scam advertising activity and cash prize offers on the X network

A wave of prize and sweepstakes messages is flooding the X network

On May 12, 2026, a growing trend of tweets promising significant cash transfers, alongside the promotion of online gambling platforms, was identified on the social network X. The phenomenon is characterized by the use of seductive language and promises of quick profits.

The user Skelhorn posted a message about giving away a $2,000 prize to another user, while requesting a username for a gaming system. At the same time, the user Macxulay published a series of posts promising amounts of $300 to users who retweet (RT) and provide their ETH address, while presenting proofs for their claim.

On the other hand, the user MaleekIsho51535 focused on the direct promotion of the gambling platform Stake, while using a coupon code and hinting that the money is intended for "flex stuff."

It should be noted that all the reported sources operate without any official body behind them, and their methods of operation characterize common "spam" and scam patterns on social networks, where users are asked to reveal identifying details or digital wallets in exchange for false promises of winning money. Users should exercise extreme caution when faced with promises of this kind.