Topic: The ASIC device scams are getting a little fancier. - page 4. (Read 13316 times)
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I wouldn't be surprised if this was set up by Ed Trice.
After digging through some js, I found where they got the design from: http://www.bitwize.com.lb
Well, I assume whoever scammers probably stole the design from them, since Bitwize seems to be a legitimate Lebanese firm.
http://i.imgur.com/2pVRKsl.jpg?1
http://i.imgur.com/8sv9hNT.jpg?1
I haven't found the exact design yet, but I'm sure it's out there because there is no way a scammer would pay for this. Also, I searched through Bitwize's social media accounts, but couldn't find any explicit connection to Bitcoin, so I'm just going to assume whoever is behind Cryoniks started googling phrases that started with "bit", came across this website, and decided to steal a design.
Well, I assume whoever scammers probably stole the design from them, since Bitwize seems to be a legitimate Lebanese firm.
http://i.imgur.com/2pVRKsl.jpg?1
http://i.imgur.com/8sv9hNT.jpg?1
I haven't found the exact design yet, but I'm sure it's out there because there is no way a scammer would pay for this. Also, I searched through Bitwize's social media accounts, but couldn't find any explicit connection to Bitcoin, so I'm just going to assume whoever is behind Cryoniks started googling phrases that started with "bit", came across this website, and decided to steal a design.
Shit they are using Snakes Bank of America... its defintially a scam!
How do we catch them now?
Here's the email you get if you "pre-order":
Sending Funds
To send funds to Cryoniks, Inc., please ensure that the above provided information is correct. If you need help changing your billing or shipping address, or to modify your order, kindly contact Customer Support.
Wire Transfer Instructions
Bank of America NA
100 W. 33rd Street
New York NY 10001
ACCT XXXXXXXXXXXXX
ACCT NAME Cryoniks Inc.
SWIFT CODE: BOFAUS3N
ABA# 0260-0959-3
Amount Payable: $ 14,995
Wire Notes (Optional): CR-FB-50020
All amounts are in U.S dollars. Cryoniks, Inc. reserves the right to deny any transaction originating from non U.S sanctioned institutions or originating locations. If you have any questions or require assistance with your transfer, kindly contact Customer Support for immediate assistance. Upon receipt of funds, an email confirmation will be sent to you along with additional important information and further directions. Thank you for choosing Cryoniks, Inc.
Bank of America and the stylized "U.S Flag" logo are registered trademarks of Bank of America NA. All rights reserved.
Cryoniks™, Frostbit™, ASIC+ Cryonic Architecture™, and the stylized snowflake logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cryoniks, Inc USA. All rights Reserved. This message along with any attachments, is confidential, is intended only for the use of the addressee(s) and may contain information, which is covered by legal, professional, or other privilege. If you are not the intended recipient, any copying, distribution, or use of this message or its attachments, or of the information contained therein is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, kindly destroy this message and its attachments and notify us at [email protected] immediately.
© 2013 Cryoniks Inc. All rights reserved.
Sending Funds
To send funds to Cryoniks, Inc., please ensure that the above provided information is correct. If you need help changing your billing or shipping address, or to modify your order, kindly contact Customer Support.
Wire Transfer Instructions
Bank of America NA
100 W. 33rd Street
New York NY 10001
ACCT XXXXXXXXXXXXX
ACCT NAME Cryoniks Inc.
SWIFT CODE: BOFAUS3N
ABA# 0260-0959-3
Amount Payable: $ 14,995
Wire Notes (Optional): CR-FB-50020
All amounts are in U.S dollars. Cryoniks, Inc. reserves the right to deny any transaction originating from non U.S sanctioned institutions or originating locations. If you have any questions or require assistance with your transfer, kindly contact Customer Support for immediate assistance. Upon receipt of funds, an email confirmation will be sent to you along with additional important information and further directions. Thank you for choosing Cryoniks, Inc.
Bank of America and the stylized "U.S Flag" logo are registered trademarks of Bank of America NA. All rights reserved.
Cryoniks™, Frostbit™, ASIC+ Cryonic Architecture™, and the stylized snowflake logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cryoniks, Inc USA. All rights Reserved. This message along with any attachments, is confidential, is intended only for the use of the addressee(s) and may contain information, which is covered by legal, professional, or other privilege. If you are not the intended recipient, any copying, distribution, or use of this message or its attachments, or of the information contained therein is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, kindly destroy this message and its attachments and notify us at [email protected] immediately.
© 2013 Cryoniks Inc. All rights reserved.
Now I want a liquid nitrogen cooled 1 TH/s ASIC miner that does video processing... 
lmao!!!
Man, they have a lot of imagination.
Now I want a liquid nitrogen cooled 1 TH/s ASIC miner that does video processing...
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We mainly insist that FrostBit™ Cryonic Bitmining units be installed on level ground in a well-ventilated and dust-free room. During the first 24 hours, Nitrogen gas from the environment will be collected and stored within leaving a slightly Oxygen rich environment. NEVER run your FrostBit™ Cryonic Bitmining units running near an open flame.
Now I want a liquid nitrogen cooled 1 TH/s ASIC miner that does video processing...
Amateur sleuthing in Michigan's LARA database turned up
http://www.dleg.state.mi.us/bcs_corp/dt_corp.asp?id_nbr=05133X&name_entity=CRYONIKS,%20INC.
The Articles of Incorporation are also available for viewing - nothing interesting just the same registered agent name.
Someone else can take it from here
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Searched for: CRYONIKS, INC.
ID Num: 05133X
Entity Name: CRYONIKS, INC.
Type of Entity: Domestic Profit Corporation
Resident Agent: RALPH R SAFFORD
Registered Office Address: 40900 WOODWARD AVE STE 275 BLOOMFIELD HILLS MI 48304
Mailing Address: MI
Formed Under Act Number(s): 284-1972
Incorporation/Qualification Date: 4-16-2013
Jurisdiction of Origin: MICHIGAN
Number of Shares: 60,000
Year of Most Recent Annual Report:
Year of Most Recent Annual Report With Officers & Directors:
Status: ACTIVE Date: Present
ID Num: 05133X
Entity Name: CRYONIKS, INC.
Type of Entity: Domestic Profit Corporation
Resident Agent: RALPH R SAFFORD
Registered Office Address: 40900 WOODWARD AVE STE 275 BLOOMFIELD HILLS MI 48304
Mailing Address: MI
Formed Under Act Number(s): 284-1972
Incorporation/Qualification Date: 4-16-2013
Jurisdiction of Origin: MICHIGAN
Number of Shares: 60,000
Year of Most Recent Annual Report:
Year of Most Recent Annual Report With Officers & Directors:
Status: ACTIVE Date: Present
http://www.dleg.state.mi.us/bcs_corp/dt_corp.asp?id_nbr=05133X&name_entity=CRYONIKS,%20INC.
The Articles of Incorporation are also available for viewing - nothing interesting just the same registered agent name.
Someone else can take it from here
Where did you even find this? Just curious.
They bought a press release here:
http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/1265300
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Worlds first PC with on-board liquid nitrogen generator
Only payment option is wire transfer hmmm
ACCT 375011511310
ACCT NAME Cryoniks Inc.
SWIFT CODE: BOFAUS3N
ABA# 0260-0959-3
Amount Payable: $ 14,995
Nitrogen sourced from the atmosphere to cool the unit sounds pretty badass I must admit.
ACCT 375011511310
ACCT NAME Cryoniks Inc.
SWIFT CODE: BOFAUS3N
ABA# 0260-0959-3
Amount Payable: $ 14,995
Nitrogen sourced from the atmosphere to cool the unit sounds pretty badass I must admit.
For giggles I called their customer support number and you get a message saying "Telephone number 248-283-8835 can't take your call right now, please leave a message". A landline in Detroit. And if you want to pay for one of these fabulously fake machines, you have to send a wire transfer.
"CAN I USE MY FROSTBIT™ CRYONIC UNIT TO MINE FOR LITECOIN, PROCESS VIDEO, OR ANYTHING ELSE?
Yes. Yes. And Yes! Future firmware upgrades and software downloads will allow your current FrostBit™ 1000 Cryonic Bitmining units to do many additional system intensive tasks. Register for updates to learn more about the FrostBit™ 3D upgrade."
Yes. Yes. And Yes! Future firmware upgrades and software downloads will allow your current FrostBit™ 1000 Cryonic Bitmining units to do many additional system intensive tasks. Register for updates to learn more about the FrostBit™ 3D upgrade."
Well, trying to look on the bright side, you know Bitcoin is starting to gain mainstream traction when people start spending this much time and effort into concocting a scam.
I wonder if this device will run "Battlefield 4" when it ships later in 2013.
I wonder if this device will run "Battlefield 4" when it ships later in 2013.
Where did you even find this? Just curious.
...but but, the website is so fancy
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