THE OFFICIAL VERIFICATION & SCAM ALERT

Like many globally recognized firms, Artbridge Nexus has become aware of malicious actors attempting to impersonate our staff, use our proprietary trademark, or create fraudulent "Nexus" art galleries. These instances are disappointing, but we remain committed to protecting the global artist community.

Our Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

To verify if an interaction is legitimate, cross-reference it against our non-negotiable operational standards:

• Official Domains Only: All legitimate communication from our staff will originate strictly from the @artbridgenexus.com domain.

  • Warning: We never use Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook accounts for official fellowship business.

• No Direct Message (DM) Solicitations: We do not recruit fellows or solicit acquisitions through Instagram DMs, WhatsApp, Telegram, or Signal.

• Zero-Commission Model: Artbridge Nexus is a strategic advisory body, not a commercial gallery. We do not take sales commissions, nor do we act as "NFT agents" for artists.

• No Upfront "Release" Fees: Legitimate fellowship inquiries never require you to pay "minting fees," "shipping deposits," or "registration fees" via private payment apps like Zelle, Venmo, or CashApp.

Known Fraudulent Activities

Be vigilant if you encounter the following "red flag" scenarios circulating on social media:

• "Nexus Art Gallery" Scams: Criminals using the name "Nexus Art Gallery" or the domain nartfindergallery.com are targeting artists with fake exhibition offers. These entities are not affiliated with Artbridge Nexus.

• The Overpayment Scheme: Scammers may send a fraudulent check for more than an agreed price and ask you to wire the "excess" back for shipping. The check will eventually bounce, leaving you liable.

• NFT Minting Fraud: Any entity pressuring you to register on an unknown platform to "mint" your art for a buyer is a scam. Our AMPR™ dossiers focus on traditional institutional and private collections.

What to Do If You Are Targeted

If you believe you have been contacted by an imposter or have seen misinformation regarding our firm:

1. Cease Communication: Do not click links, open attachments, or provide personal financial data.

2. Verify via Official Channels: If you wish to verify a staff member's identity, contact us directly through our official Contact Portal.

3. Report the Incident:

   • Report impersonation accounts to the platform (Instagram, Threads, etc.) immediately.

   • File a report with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).