Dukascopy Issues Fresh Warning on Fraudulent Clone Websites

On September 5, 2025, Dukascopy Bank SA published a new alert exposing a wave of fraudulent websites masquerading as part of its brand. These “clone sites” use similar domain names and design templates to mislead investors into sharing personal information or transferring funds, while having no connection to the Swiss banking group.

Fraudulent Domains Identified

In its announcement, Dukascopy listed 18 domains that should be avoided:

• dukascopynet.top
• dukascopy-net.top
• dukascopy.com.co
• dukascopy-node.app
• ko-dukascopy.com
• dukascopy-kyu.com
• dukascopys.cyou
• dukascopybank-refundbusiness.com
• dukascopy-bank.metasaursus.ch
• dukascopy-bank.shotinvancouver.com
• dukascopy-refundapp.com
• digitaldukascopy.in
• dukascopygroupltd.com
• dukascopy.cfd
• dukascop.cyou
• dukascops.sbs
• dukascop.pics
• dukascop.my

Dukascopy stressed that none of these websites are linked to Dukascopy Bank, Dukascopy Europe, Dukascopy Japan, or any other entity within the group. The bank also warned investors not to trust or provide personal details on these domains and confirmed that it is taking action against the fraudulent operators.

Clone Sites: A Persistent Threat

Clone websites are not a new phenomenon. They are cheap to create, easy to replicate, and often launched in bulk. Using pre-built templates, scammers simply swap domain names and brand identities, making them look professional at first glance. In some cases, fraudsters even fabricate “review pages” or fake certifications to build false credibility.

WikiFX has previously reported multiple cases of clone websites, highlighting how these fraudulent operations disappear once flagged, only to reappear under different domains. (See earlier coverage here and here).

How Investors Can Protect Themselves

Investors should be especially alert to the following red flags when assessing online trading platforms:

• Suspicious domains: Small variations in spelling or added characters mimic legitimate addresses.
• Identical content: Layouts, slogans, and even testimonials are copied from other sources.
• Missing regulation: No valid license numbers or unverifiable claims of supervision.
• Deposit pressure: Promises of guaranteed returns or “limited-time offers” pushing for quick deposits.
• Fake endorsements: Self-created rating pages or fabricated accreditations used as bait.

To reduce risks, investors are advised to verify platforms through the WikiFX verification tool. The tool allows users to confirm broker licenses, check official domains, and review complaint records — offering an additional layer of defense against fraudulent clone websites.