SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis found himself in an unexpected storyline off-screen when his social media account fell victim to cybercriminals pushing a fictitious “WWE Coin” cryptocurrency scam.
## The Hack and Its Impact
The incident occurred on Wednesday, March 26, coinciding with AEW Dynamite’s broadcast time. Multiple unauthorized posts appeared on Aldis’ account, attempting to lure followers into investing in a non-existent WWE-themed cryptocurrency.
## Aldis Addresses the Situation
After regaining control of his account, the SmackDown GM wasted no time setting the record straight. In his characteristic straightforward style, Aldis posted:
> “Believe it or not, no, I wasn’t trying to sell you a sh1tcoin. I’m back on X and will resume my usual activity of mostly reposting (which ironically was to avoid trouble).”
The former NWA World Heavyweight Champion accompanied his message with a fitting South Park GIF, signaling his desire to move past the incident.
## Industry Response
Fellow WWE personality Corey Graves couldn’t resist adding some levity to the situation, responding with a Jersey Shore-themed meme featuring Pauly D demanding a refund. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges WWE personalities face with social media security.
## Growing Trend of Crypto Scams in Wrestling
This isn’t the first time a WWE superstar has faced such an attack. In February 2024, WWE superstar Asuka experienced a similar breach, with hackers promoting meme coins through her account. She promptly warned her followers against engaging with any suspicious links.
## Moving Forward
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of social media security for wrestling personalities. With WWE’s growing digital presence and increasing cryptocurrency-related scams targeting public figures, how will the company address these security concerns going forward?
What measures do you think WWE should implement to protect their talent from similar social media breaches? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
