Andreessen Horowitz X Account Hacked in Crypto Scam Incident

Andreessen Horowitz’s X account was hacked to promote a fake crypto airdrop. Here’s what really happened and how to stay safe.
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Andreessen Horowitz X Account Hacked in Crypto Scam Incident
Andreessen Horowitz Crypto Scam: What Really Happened on X On June 19, 2025, a fake crypto airdrop tweet appeared on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of Andreessen Horowitz, one of Silicon Valley’s most respected venture capital firms. The tweet, claiming a $5 million crypto giveaway, shocked the crypto community — especially given the account’s verified status and its 851,000+ followers. Many users wondered: Was Andreessen Horowitz really giving away millions in crypto? The answer is no. Within minutes, the firm confirmed that its account had been compromised and that the post was a scam. This incident has reignited conversations around crypto security, social media hacks, and how users can protect themselves online.                              Image Credits:X/a16z Whether you're a crypto investor, tech enthusiast, or just someone following your favorite VCs online, understanding what happened — and how to avoid falling for such scams — is more important than ever. In this…