You are right, even if there was an intended scam, the scammer would realize that there is no need to shut it down. And if needed, they can always make the changes to the referral program, or the amount of interest. But shutting down is not profitable for even a scammer.
Why? Is Bitconnect going to shut down?
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STOPYou are right, even if there was an intended scam, the scammer would realize that there is no need to shut it down. And if needed, they can always make the changes to the referral program, or the amount of interest. But shutting down is not profitable for even a scammer.