Scammers stole over $400,000 through fake site Uniswap: users warned of new cryptocurrency attack risks.

26.05.2026

Scammers have stolen over $400,000 through fake website Uniswap, defrauding cryptocurrency users. In recent weeks, there has been a significant increase in the number of cases of users losing large sums of money due to phishing attacks mimicking the official interface of the popular decentralized exchange Uniswap.According to analytical platforms, the damage from this scheme exceeded $400,000. Attackers create sites that visually replicate the original Uniswap interface and promote them through advertising in search engines and social networks. Users, without noticing the substitution, enter their personal data or connect their wallets, after which the funds are instantly withdrawn to the fraudsters' accounts.Cybersecurity experts note that phishing sites are becoming increasingly difficult to recognize. In 2026, the number of such attacks increased by more than 35% compared to the previous year. The main goal of attackers is to gain access to private keys and compromise victims' wallets.Uniswap urges users to be especially careful when going to the platform's website and always check the address in the browser bar. For additional protection, it is recommended to use official apps and extensions and enable two-factor authentication if possible.With fraudulent schemes on the rise, experts advise regular software updates and careful attention to any suspicious messages and websites to minimize the risks of losing money.