Hacking the hacker: unveiling BitBoy Crypto’s recent scandals
BitBoy Crypto, a.k.a Ben Armstrong, saw his Twitter account hacked, leading to an unusual anti-SEC token promotion spree.
This event sheds light on Armstrong’s tumultuous past, swirling with scams, controversies, and accusations, which have profoundly punctuated his public persona. Let’s take a deep dive into the saga of Armstrong’s crypto adventures and misadventures.
In the early hours of June 11, an uninvited guest infiltrated BitBoy’s Twitter sanctum. With a following surpassing 1 million, Armstrong is more than just another crypto enthusiast. He is a notable figure in the crypto ecosystem whose views influence millions.
The uninvited guest was no regular Twitter troll. He had a distinct agenda. The hacker’s onslaught consisted of banners featuring SEC Chair Gary Gansler in an unflattering light, accompanied by explicit language.
Amid the SEC’s relentless clampdown on crypto exchanges like Coinbase and Binance, the hacker encouraged users to obtain anti-SEC tokens to fight against Gansler’s influence over the crypto industry.
While Armstrong reassured followers that they were working to regain control of the account, the damage was already done.
Bitboy responds
In a recent YouTube video, BitBoy Crypto claimed that his Twitter account had been hacked. He alerted followers to the situation and issued a warning about a sham token being peddled through his compromised Twitter account.
Armstrong cautioned,
“They’ve used my account to basically put out a fake token. So if you go to my Twitter account, do not click on any links. It’s about the SEC. And while we certainly hate the SEC, I have nothing to do with this.”
BitBoy Crypto on the Twitter handle hack
Drawing parallels with the recent hacking of John Deaton from CryptoLaw, a prominent figure in the XRP community, he suggested it’s likely the work of the same hackers. The endgame, he highlighted, was a calculated effort to dupe people into clicking links and sending money.
Despite the setback, Armstrong exuded confidence, more worried about followers losing money than reclaiming his Twitter handle.
He told his audience:
“I don’t want people to lose money… I’m not worried at all about getting my Twitter account back or not. All the people that this has happened to in the last few weeks, they’ve got their accounts back. I’m really not concerned about that.”
BitBoy Crypto on the Twitter handle hack
Signaling his unflappable nature, he remarked, “I’m going to sleep like a baby. Okay? Sleep like a baby. And, hopefully, in the morning, it’ll be taken care of.”
Twitter responds back
As BitBoy Crypto’s ‘hacking’ news broke out, the Twitter community responded quickly. Their comments were punctuated with biting sarcasm, disbelief, and outright condemnation.
Many users directly called out Ben Armstrong, BitBoy’s real-life persona, alleging fraudulent activities and demanding severe consequences.
One user tweeted in a tone of stark criticism, “this fraudster should be put behind bars and sentenced to life imprisonment.”
Another user, alluding to the recent crash in alternative cryptocurrencies, wrote: “he must have lost a lot of money with that last alt crash. Now he needs to scam his followers back to break even.
Echoing the accusations of fraud and scam, another tweet read, “he hacked himself to launder people’s money, is what he should say.
Overall, the Twitter community’s response to BitBoy crypto’s predicament was largely critical and unrelenting, with many users expressing distrust and skepticism about his claims.
This reaction reflects a more significant trend within the crypto community, where accountability, transparency, and ethics are demanded more than ever.
Armstrong’s past scams and controversies resurfaces
This isn’t BitBoy Crypto’s first tryst with controversy. His roller-coaster journey has been marked by potential scams, hazy dealings, and highly questionable ethics.
In May 2023, Armstrong caught the crypto community’s attention when he showed interest in BEN tokens, launched by a crypto enthusiast Ben.eth.
Although Armstrong claimed no direct involvement in its creation, he did admit to receiving an allocation. His enthusiasm caused the coin to surge over 300%, plummeting by about 200% soon after.
Accusations of a pump-and-dump scheme led Armstrong to commit to holding the tokens for at least six months. However, this promise was short-lived.
Just a week after his pledge, Armstrong dumped all his BEN token holdings, triggering uproar from the community. Despite the allegations, he maintained that he sold his tokens to fund a deal for the BEN Foundation. This incident led to significant price volatility, further tarnishing BitBoy Crypto’s reputation.
In another scandal, Armstrong, already under scrutiny for promoting fraud through FTX, failed to appear in court for a lawsuit hearing, despite being ordered by a federal judge.
Instead, he mocked the court order on social media, resulting in the case proceeding without him and his potential arrest warrant.
Is BitBoy behind BEN?
Speculations have been flying around concerning why BitBoy dumped the number of tokens.
A Twitter user and crypto enthusiast indicated that Ben.ETH, the BEN token creator, dumped his tokens on BitBoy.
Borovic.eth seemingly had a similar stance concerning this whole debacle. The user highlighted how fast the token apparently took over the crypto world, even attracting mentions from Bitboy and Andrew Tate.
Another crypto enthusiast, ThatCryptoNerd, tweeted that BitBoy was being paid for the promotions.
He mentioned that BitBoy “made it look like it would be a great idea to buy… and tried to persuade people to buy.”
Another user, Kloss.eth, also satirically highlighted how BitBoy’ manipulated markets’ through tons of videos of paid sponsors offering the x1000 promise.
Another user named 0xee7 insinuated that the investors would suffer from dumping. The user warned that the biggest loser would be the last one holding the tokens.
There have been several speculations that BitBoy is the main founder of the BEN token. Some claim that Ben.ETH is an operative for BitBoy.
Another user, Halloween 2008, mentioned that BitBoy is now directly rugging. Another investor noted that investors must accept that Bitboy is behind Ben.
In general, the community is not buying the idea that BitBoy is still in the project for the long term. Instead, most feel that BitBoy is simply scamming investors.
Furious community
Following these events, there has been a rise in some major reactions from the crypto community, noting that Bitboy conducted some pump and dump. Some say BitBoy is a criminal. The recent events led investors to call for Bitboy’s dismissal as a speaker at the Bitcoin 2023 conference.
One user publicly called Bitboy a criminal and noted that he should be banned from the property.
Others called on the idiocy of Bitboy for entering a deal without due diligence.
Whalechart was among those who flagged the sale of Bitboy’s tokens. Under Whalecharts’ tweets, there was a barrage of angry responses from the community.
A user called Hector noted that by not sticking to his original word, Bitboy has proven untrustworthy and will likely not stick to other words about the coin.
Another user @afshineemrani called the entire event a “typical rug pull.” The user mentioned that BitBoy criticizes the SEC but is still doing the bad stuff the regulator should sue him for.
Another user addressed the recent events in a comedic and musical way. There have also been calls for the law to take charge.
Where do we go from here?
The crypto ecosystem is a dynamic, fast-paced world with opportunities and pitfalls everywhere. But amid all the chaos and confusion, one thing remains clear: integrity matters.
As the BitBoy Crypto saga unfolds, it serves as a sobering lesson for investors and influencers alike.
For investors, it’s a reminder to exercise diligence and caution, never blindly trusting the advice of self-proclaimed experts.
For influencers, it’s a wake-up call, highlighting the importance of transparency and ethical behavior.
After all, the power of crypto doesn’t just lie in its potential to redefine finance – it also resides in its ability to foster a community grounded in trust, respect, and mutual benefit.
So as we navigate the uncharted waters of the crypto sea, let’s remember to stay vigilant, question the status quo, and, above all, uphold the highest standards of integrity. It’s not just about safeguarding our investments – it’s about preserving the values that make the crypto community unique.
In the end, the story of BitBoy Crypto isn’t just about one man’s rise and fall. It reflects the broader crypto world, with all its potential and pitfalls. And it’s a reminder that even in the most decentralized spaces, accountability, ethics, and respect for the rule of law still matter.
