Do you think
HIYIP AND
MINING it the same

if you think it's the same, what similarities

And if you think it's different, what's the difference

I think hell together a profitable investment into two sides.

And lastly, What do you do if a site
HIYIP and
MININGsuddenly
SCAM

If you're talking about cloud mining, then yes. Most of those are just ponzi schemes that are bound to collapse. They're like a toned down version of HYIP sites, and disguised in a new way.
However, if you're talking about physical mining, then no. You're pooling and earning legit money.