apexsyndicate-trade[.]com
“Apex syndicate trade Company : INVEST AND GROW”
7/7 VT
URLQuery: 2
Active
Mar 28, 2026
3 Blocklists
80
Threat
PhishDestroy AI
HIGH
PhishDestroy identifies apexsyndicate-trade[.]com as an active cryptocurrency-investment hoax designed to steal user deposits. The page masquerades as a legitimate trading firm, using the misleading title “Apex syndicate trade Company : INVEST AND GROW” and a Let’s Encrypt SSL certificate to appear trustworthy. Victims are promised inflated returns in exchange for sending Bitcoin or stablecoins to wallet addresses controlled by the actors behind the domain.
This domain was flagged by exactly 2 of 95 VirusTotal security vendors within 24 hours of discovery. Public records show it was registered on February 22, 2026 through TuringSign Inc. d/b/a Cosmotown, resolving to IP 50.30.32.108. The unusually recent creation date and low but non-zero detection rate suggest a fast-moving campaign targeting crypto-enthusiasts seeking high-yield opportunities. Registrar TuringSign has previously hosted multiple fraudulent trading sites, indicating a pattern of negligence or complicity.
If you visited the site, do NOT connect any wallets or enter seed phrases. Review your transaction history for any outgoing transfers; if funds were sent, contact your exchange or wallet provider immediately to request a freeze or refund. Report the domain to your local cyber-crime unit and to PhishDestroy for takedown. Consider revoking any API keys or permissions granted to the site. Share this alert on crypto forums to warn others and help disrupt the operation.
This domain was flagged by exactly 2 of 95 VirusTotal security vendors within 24 hours of discovery. Public records show it was registered on February 22, 2026 through TuringSign Inc. d/b/a Cosmotown, resolving to IP 50.30.32.108. The unusually recent creation date and low but non-zero detection rate suggest a fast-moving campaign targeting crypto-enthusiasts seeking high-yield opportunities. Registrar TuringSign has previously hosted multiple fraudulent trading sites, indicating a pattern of negligence or complicity.
If you visited the site, do NOT connect any wallets or enter seed phrases. Review your transaction history for any outgoing transfers; if funds were sent, contact your exchange or wallet provider immediately to request a freeze or refund. Report the domain to your local cyber-crime unit and to PhishDestroy for takedown. Consider revoking any API keys or permissions granted to the site. Share this alert on crypto forums to warn others and help disrupt the operation.
VirusTotal
7 det.
URLQuery
2 det.
DNS Security
1/12
URLScan
Gridinsoft
0/100
SSL
Let's Encrypt
Age
<1 day Brand New!
Status
Live 200
DestroyList
Listed
Network Security Intelligence
DNS Provider Blocks
1 / 12
Threat Response Pipeline
Discovery
Submission
Legal
Takedown
19/20
Pre-emptive Discovery & Ingestion
Global Ecosystem Submission
Legal Notifications & Reporting
Public Transparency & Takedown
Public Blocklist Status
Evidence Capture
Live Snapshot
2026-03-28 23:14 UTC
Malicious · 7/7 engines
IP: 50.30.32.108
TuringSign Inc. d/b/a Cosmotown 0d old
Let's Encrypt
Domain Intelligence
Domainapexsyndicate-trade.com
Registrar TuringSign Inc. d/b/a Cosmotown · Abuse: abuse@velia.net, abuse@cosmotown.com
TuringSign Inc. d/b/a Cosmotown · Abuse: abuse@velia.net, abuse@cosmotown.comIP Address50.30.32.108
RegistrationCreated Mar 28, 2026 (0d · Brand New!)
Nameservers["dns1.afeeshost.ltd", · "dns2.afeeshost.ltd", · "dns3.afeeshost.ltd"]
MX Records0 apexsyndicate-trade.com
CloakingNo cloaking
Favicon
SSL CertificateValid · Let's Encrypt
Page TitleApex syndicate trade Company : INVEST AND GROW
First DetectedMar 28, 2026
Case IDPD-20260328-273EC1
HTTP Status200
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VirusTotal Analysis
7 / 7 security vendors flagged this domain
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Site Performance Analysis
Google PageSpeed Insights — mobile performance audit of apexsyndicate-trade.com · checked Mar 28, 2026
64
Needs Work
Performance
FCP
1.5s
First Contentful Paint
LCP
33.61s
Largest Contentful Paint
CLS
0
Cumulative Layout Shift
TBT
249ms
Total Blocking Time
SI
6.53s
Speed Index
Powered by Google PageSpeed Insights · Mobile strategy · Scores: 90-100 Good 50-89 Needs Work 0-49 Poor
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About This Report: apexsyndicate-trade.com
This domain security report for apexsyndicate-trade.com is maintained by PhishDestroy's automated threat intelligence pipeline. Our system continuously monitors this domain across 7 security vendors on VirusTotal, 3 public blocklists.
The site displays a page titled “Apex syndicate trade Company : INVEST AND GROW”.
apexsyndicate-trade.com has been flagged by 7 security vendors as of March 29, 2026.
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Recommendations & Advice for Victims
An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with apexsyndicate-trade.com — act now.
What should I do immediately?
Urgent
- Revoke token approvals — use revoke.cash to remove access granted to malicious smart contracts
- Move remaining funds to a brand-new wallet. The compromised wallet is no longer safe
- Change all passwords — email, exchange accounts, anything that shares the same password
- Enable 2FA using an authenticator app (not SMS). Disable SMS-based recovery
- Freeze cards if you entered banking details on the phishing site
What information should I collect for my report?
FBI guidelines
According to the FBI, the most important details are transaction data:
- Cryptocurrency addresses — scammer's wallet (e.g.,
0x5856...35985) - Amount & crypto type — exact amount (e.g., 1.02345 ETH, 0.5 BTC, 500 USDT)
- Transaction ID (hash) — the unique blockchain transaction identifier
- Exact dates & times — of each transaction and first contact with scammer
- Screenshots — scam website, chat messages, emails, wallet transactions, social media
- All URLs & domains used by the scammer (including
apexsyndicate-trade.com) - Communications — emails, texts, phone numbers, usernames the scammer used
Even if you don't have all details — file a report anyway. Partial information still helps investigations.
Where should I report the scam?
- FBI IC3 — Internet Crime Complaint Center (US federal reporting)
- Europol — European cybercrime reporting (EU)
- Chainabuse — flag scam wallets across exchanges & platforms
- Your crypto exchange — contact Coinbase/Binance/Kraken support to freeze scammer's address
- Local police — creates an official record, even if they can't act immediately
The FBI recovered over $1 billion in crypto fraud in 2024 thanks to victim reports. Your report matters.
How do crypto scams typically work?
- Fake websites — pixel-perfect clones of legitimate sites with slightly altered domains
- Malicious approvals — "connect wallet" prompts that grant unlimited token spending to attackers
- Pig butchering — trust built over weeks via Telegram/WhatsApp/dating apps, then money stolen
- Recovery scams — victims targeted AGAIN by fake "recovery agents" demanding upfront fees. Always a scam
- Fake ads & airdrops — Google/social media ads and "free token" offers leading to wallet drainers
- AI-powered scams — deepfakes, automated phishing, and AI-generated sites making fraud harder to detect
How can I protect myself in the future?
- Use a hardware wallet (Ledger, Trezor). Never store large amounts in browser wallets
- Bookmark official sites — never click links from emails, DMs, or ads
- Read every approval — verify permissions before signing. Reject unlimited approvals
- Verify domains — check on PhishDestroy before interacting. Check HTTPS, spelling, domain age
- "Too good to be true" = scam — guaranteed returns, celebrity endorsements, urgent deadlines
How big is the crypto scam problem?
- $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 — CoinLedger
- Pig butchering losses grew 40% year over year, now the fastest-growing fraud type
- Only ~5% of victims report — your report helps shut down criminal networks
- FBI recovered $1B+ in 2024 thanks to victim reports — FBI.gov
Sources: FBI · CoinLedger · WorldMetrics