One more tool in the toolbox, thank you very much.

It's a good thing to see the major players in the field, and influencers certainly can point in the right direction. It's not a bulletproof shield though, and people should be aware the while it is helpful, they also have to take care to avoid scams through other ways as well. A bit of common sense while using the internet goes a long way.

Although if one has enough time on his hands, he can build himself up to become an influencer. After a long and arduous climb to the top, building enough trust among followers, that person could very well execute a large scam. You never know how long someone can be scheming to do something like this.