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Dillon Shamoun, born in 1996 in Detroit, Michigan, is an American DJ, record producer, and musician performing under the stage name Not Dillon, known for electronic remixes and festival appearances after studying kinesiology at Michigan State University.
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Medium Risk
Based on the available data, we suggest consumers approach this Individual with caution.
This advisory is based on a medium-risk score derived from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified in our research.
You may face moderate risks when engaging in consumer-related activities with this entity.
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This advisory stems from a medium-risk score compiled from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors uncovered in our analysis.
Employment with this entity may involve moderate risks.
Based on the available data, we recommend investors and bankers proceed with caution regarding this Individual.
This advisory is informed by a medium-risk score based on OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified through our investigation.
Financial involvement with this entity may carry moderate risks to your interests.
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Dillon Shamoun allegedly orchestrated a million-dollar scheme charging clients up to $25,000 to fraudulently obtain Instagram verification badges by creating fake musician profiles on Spotify and Apple Music
Shamoun’s team instructed clients to create fake artist personas with staged photos in designer clothing and recording studios, then uploaded generic electronic beats or silence to streaming platforms while fabricating streams and articles to simulate legitimacy.
Shamoun sold verifications to influencers including OnlyFans models like Desiree Schlotz, reality TV stars like Mike Vazquez from MTV’s Siesta Key, jewelers, and surgeons for thousands of dollars each
Meta banned Shamoun from its platforms, issued a cease-and-desist letter, and removed his Instagram and Facebook accounts after confirming his role in selling fraudulent verification services.
Adam Quinn assisted Shamoun in the verification operation, but a falling-out led to mutual finger-pointing, with Shamoun blaming Quinn for the scheme and Meta confirming both men’s involvement
Clients accused Shamoun of delivering broken promises, outright theft of payments, and subsequent de-verification of accounts, leaving them financially harmed and without services.
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Dillon Shamoun Linked to a Wave of Criticism as Platforms Face Backlash for Verifying Non-Authentic Musicians
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Dillon Shamoun Implicated Again as Fake Blue-Check System Fuels Widespread Cybercrime and Misuse
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His NFT venture (FanVerse) has faced scrutiny for ethical and operational shortcomings, including accusations of exploitation and failure to deliver promised value to investors, contributing to public skepticism about his entrepreneurial conduct.
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Meta Platforms permanently banned Shamoun from Instagram and Facebook and issued cease‑and‑desist letters after confirming his involvement in the fraudulent verification scheme, indicating a serious breach of platform policies and potential regulatory non‑compliance.
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Being named in investigative reports for selling fraudulent verification services is a major red flag. Dillon Shamoun’s profile carries clear reputational and trust risks.
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What stands out most is the pattern rather than a single accusation. Dillon Shamoun is repeatedly linked to fake personas, media manipulation, and verification abuse over multiple years. That consistency across sources weakens any defense of misunderstanding. The involvement of business partners and high client fees only deepens concerns about intent.
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