Microsoft2026-10-02 21:51:19Microsoft says hacked X account promoted unofficial CLIPPY meme coinMicrosoft’s official X account was briefly compromised on Thursday and used to amplify an unofficial meme coin called CLIPPY, according to Odaily, citing Bitcoin.com News. During the incident, the account followed profiles promoting the token, reposted related content, and changed its avatar to Clippy, the company’s former assistant character. The posts were removed roughly 30 minutes later. Microsoft later said the account had been secured and that unauthorized posts had been taken down. The company also said it is continuing to investigate the breach. In its response, Microsoft stated that it has never authorized anyone to use its intellectual property, including Clippy, to promote any token and said it plans to pursue legal action. The token involved was identified as CLIPPY. A profile named Clippy MSFT had promoted a liquidity pool said to be worth more than $200,000. Some promoters also claimed the token was backed by real Microsoft stock, but that claim has not been verified, and the token has no official affiliation with Microsoft.70
Microsoft2026-10-02 12:04:11Hackers hijack Microsoft’s official X account to promote fake Clippy tokenTechub News, citing Crypto Briefing, reported that crypto scammers hijacked Microsoft’s official X account and used it to promote a fake token called Clippy. The incident shows how corporate social media accounts can be exploited in crypto scams and points to the need for stronger security measures. No further details were provided in the brief. The report centers on the misuse of a verified corporate account rather than any confirmed token launch or legitimate Microsoft initiative. It also highlights a recurring risk for major brands whose social channels can be turned into distribution points for fraudulent crypto promotions once compromised.40
