A Melbourne based investor i heared is grappling with the fallout from a recent investment in a tech startup that has turned out to be a sophisticated scam. Two months ago, the investor, who wishes to remain anonymous, committed AUD 60,000 to a seemingly promising venture, only to encounter a series of alarming red flags once they tried to withdraw their funds. Initially enticed by the startup's innovative concept and aggressive marketing tactics, the investor was approached by a broker who assured them of high returns and minimal risk. “The broker was very convincing, presenting detailed business plans and projections that seemed legitimate,” the investor explained. After several consultations, the decision to invest felt well-informed and secure. However, the situation quickly deteriorated. When the investor attempted to withdraw funds to cover an unexpected expense, they were met with a barrage of hidden fees that were never disclosed upfront. “I was shocked. The fees were outrageous, and it seemed like they were designed to trap me into leaving my money in,” the investor recounted. After realizing the broker had become unresponsive, the investor began to feel the weight of their poor decision. Multiple attempts to contact the broker resulted in dead ends, with phone calls going unanswered and emails returned with vague responses. It became clear that the broker had vanished, leaving the investor feeling helpless and frustrated. In search of resolution, the investor reached out to Hack Buster Recovery,