Remember that influencer who got rekt for $40k last year over a careless move? That's the reality check we all need. A gold verification badge on X doesn't mean squat when it comes to actual account security—scammers are getting smarter at mimicking legit profiles every single day. Before your wallet takes a hit this year, get serious about it: enable all security layers, never trust checkmarks as proof of authenticity, and always double-check before moving any assets. The difference between keeping your funds safe and losing them often comes down to one small decision.