Fake GTA VI beta keys are already draining cryptocurrency wallets worldwide


Grand Theft Auto VI is not due on consoles until November 19 2026, but official preorders open soon, and cybersecurity researchers have warned criminals are already exploiting the wait with a coordinated wave of fraudulent websites.

Malwarebytes and NordVPN have both flagged sites promising “VIP early access” or exclusive beta keys to one of gaming’s most anticipated releases.

The schemes ask victims to hand over money, personal information, or both, often before any real product changes hands.

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Source:  TechRadar News


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