Unusual Crypto Messages Emanate From Spanish Government Twitter Account, Raising Questions
In a surprising twist, the official Twitter account of the Spanish government in Bosnia and Herzegovina is sparking intrigue by delving into the world of cryptocurrencies. Departing from its usual diplomatic content, the account has been actively interacting with various cryptocurrency projects, leaving observers bewildered.
The Spanish embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina has taken an interest in participating in token airdrops associated with meme tokens like the recent WEN token launch. Airdrops involve distributing tokens or coins to numerous wallet addresses, often based on specific criteria, as a marketing technique to attract new followers and boost engagement.
However, the embassy’s thirst for crypto tokens doesn’t end there. The account has also been engaging with smaller projects such as SatoshiVM, Monad, Star Heroes (a game), and Dymension. No token seems to be off-limits, with even Richard Heart, the controversial figure behind HEX, not escaping the embassy’s inquiries.
This unexpected behavior from a government entity has left many puzzled, especially considering the lack of an official explanation. Decrypt, an online media outlet, has reached out to both the embassy and Spain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs but has not received a response.
Speculation has filled the void left by the absence of an official statement. The ever-changing verification program on Twitter, which grants blue or gold checkmarks to verified accounts, has caused skepticism among users. Additionally, the possibility of a malicious takeover of the embassy’s account cannot be ruled out.
Notably, the account’s recent interactions primarily involve blockchain projects, which have also been targeted by spambot accounts and misleading posts. The incident draws parallels with the recent security breach of the official Twitter account of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Misinformation spread through that account caused temporary turmoil in the Bitcoin market.
As the true reasons behind the Spanish government’s account engagements remain unknown, the impact of digital misinformation and the need for official communication are underscored.