The following are some tips for people to protect themselves from the new CryptoBlackmail Scam:

1. Don’t panic: The scammers will try to scare you by threatening to leak personal information or embarrassing photos/videos. Don’t give in to their demands and don’t panic. Remember, they are using fear as a tactic to get you to pay them.

2. Don’t pay the ransom: Never send money or cryptocurrency to the scammers. Once you pay them, they will continue to blackmail you for more money.

3. Install virus protection: Install virus and malware protection software on all of your devices. This can help protect you from ransomware attacks and other malicious activity.

4. Secure your accounts: Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all of your accounts, especially email and social media accounts.

5. Report the scam: Report the scam to the proper authorities such as the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

6. Educate yourself: Stay informed about the latest scams and tactics used by scammers. Educate yourself about how to protect your personal and financial information online.

Remember, the key to protecting yourself from scams is to stay vigilant and be aware of potential threats.