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Crypto Scams Cost Americans $11.4B in 2025
Finance Yahoo·
The FBI's latest Internet Crime Report reveals a staggering $11.4 billion lost to cryptocurrency scams in 2025, highlighting a significant surge in digital asset fraud. Notably, older Americans were disproportionately affected, accounting for nearly 40% of all losses. Investment scams and fraudulent cryptocurrency ATMs emerged as primary methods used by perpetrators. This trend underscores the growing risks associated with the cryptocurrency market and the urgent need for enhanced consumer protection measures and regulatory oversight.
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