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#BitcoinATM 🚨 Dramatic turn in the Bitcoin ATM world!🚨 Crypto Dispensers (Chicago) is considering a sale for ~$100 million — just days after CEO Firas Isa and the company were indicted for $10 million in federal money laundering (drugs + wire fraud). In a press release from November 21, they talk about a ā€œstrategic reviewā€ and a transition from a hardware to a software model ā€œto combat fraud and regulatory pressure.ā€ Not a word about an indictment. šŸ˜ Isa: ā€œHardware showed us the ceiling. Software showed us the scale.ā€ The company and CEO pleaded not guilty. Maximum — 20 years. Meanwhile, the US is cracking down harder on crypto kiosks: bans in cities, thousands of scam complaints, FBI shocked by $246 million in losses in 2024. When ā€œcompliance from day oneā€ meets the reality of the feds.
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🚨 Dramatic turn in the Bitcoin ATM world!🚨

Crypto Dispensers (Chicago) is considering a sale for ~$100 million — just days after CEO Firas Isa and the company were indicted for $10 million in federal money laundering (drugs + wire fraud).

In a press release from November 21, they talk about a ā€œstrategic reviewā€ and a transition from a hardware to a software model ā€œto combat fraud and regulatory pressure.ā€ Not a word about an indictment. šŸ˜

Isa: ā€œHardware showed us the ceiling. Software showed us the scale.ā€

The company and CEO pleaded not guilty. Maximum — 20 years.

Meanwhile, the US is cracking down harder on crypto kiosks: bans in cities, thousands of scam complaints, FBI shocked by $246 million in losses in 2024.

When ā€œcompliance from day oneā€ meets the reality of the feds.
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The criminal prosecution of the CEO forces a major bitcoin ATM operator to sell its business.The major player in the cryptocurrency terminal market has officially announced its intention to sell its business. This radical decision was made by the company's management amid a serious criminal investigation opened against its CEO. Legal pressure on the top management has effectively paralyzed the strategic management of the network. The accusations, the details of which remain the focus of the investigation, hinder the further development of the company under the current leadership. The sale of assets is viewed as a forced step to preserve infrastructure and minimize losses for stakeholders.

The criminal prosecution of the CEO forces a major bitcoin ATM operator to sell its business.

The major player in the cryptocurrency terminal market has officially announced its intention to sell its business. This radical decision was made by the company's management amid a serious criminal investigation opened against its CEO.
Legal pressure on the top management has effectively paralyzed the strategic management of the network. The accusations, the details of which remain the focus of the investigation, hinder the further development of the company under the current leadership. The sale of assets is viewed as a forced step to preserve infrastructure and minimize losses for stakeholders.
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šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø Founder of Crypto Dispensers faces 20 years for fraud and money laundering involving cryptocurrencies US authorities announced the indictment of fraud and money laundering against Firas Issa, founder of Virtual Assets LLC and operator of cryptocurrency ATMs, after uncovering his involvement in transferring funds obtained from illegal activities, including contraband, exceeding $10 million. The US Department of Justice stated that Issa was managing Crypto Dispensers, which specializes in converting cash into cryptocurrencies, where he was transferring money to virtual wallets to conceal the true source and ownership of the funds. Despite denying the allegations, his sentence could reach 20 years in prison, as part of escalating efforts to combat financial crimes related to cryptocurrencies. Reports indicate that cryptocurrency ATMs, despite their legitimacy, are sometimes exploited by fraudsters, prompting some states to impose strict oversight or a complete ban on these machines. #CryptoCrime #VirtualAssets #aml #BitcoinATM #usa {spot}(BTCUSDT) {spot}(ETHUSDT)
šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø Founder of Crypto Dispensers faces 20 years for fraud and money laundering involving cryptocurrencies


US authorities announced the indictment of fraud and money laundering against Firas Issa, founder of Virtual Assets LLC and operator of cryptocurrency ATMs, after uncovering his involvement in transferring funds obtained from illegal activities, including contraband, exceeding $10 million.

The US Department of Justice stated that Issa was managing Crypto Dispensers, which specializes in converting cash into cryptocurrencies, where he was transferring money to virtual wallets to conceal the true source and ownership of the funds.

Despite denying the allegations, his sentence could reach 20 years in prison, as part of escalating efforts to combat financial crimes related to cryptocurrencies.

Reports indicate that cryptocurrency ATMs, despite their legitimacy, are sometimes exploited by fraudsters, prompting some states to impose strict oversight or a complete ban on these machines.


#CryptoCrime #VirtualAssets #aml #BitcoinATM #usa
šŸš€ Royal Farms Installs 310 Crypto ATMs Across Multiple States! Major retailer Royal Farms has partnered with Bitstop to deploy 310 multi-asset crypto ATMs across all its stores—making crypto buying and selling more accessible than ever. šŸŖ™ Supported assets: BTC, ETH, DOGE, XRP, USDC & more šŸ“ Locations: MD, DE, VA, PA, NJ, NC, WV šŸ’¬ Bitstop: ā€œIt’s about trusted access and mainstream adoption.ā€ Retail crypto infrastructure is expanding fast—mass adoption incoming? #CryptoNews #BitcoinATM #RoyalFarms #Bitstop #BTC #ETH #xrp #DOGE #USDC #Adoption
šŸš€ Royal Farms Installs 310 Crypto ATMs Across Multiple States!

Major retailer Royal Farms has partnered with Bitstop to deploy 310 multi-asset crypto ATMs across all its stores—making crypto buying and selling more accessible than ever.

šŸŖ™ Supported assets: BTC, ETH, DOGE, XRP, USDC & more
šŸ“ Locations: MD, DE, VA, PA, NJ, NC, WV
šŸ’¬ Bitstop: ā€œIt’s about trusted access and mainstream adoption.ā€

Retail crypto infrastructure is expanding fast—mass adoption incoming?

#CryptoNews #BitcoinATM #RoyalFarms #Bitstop #BTC #ETH #xrp #DOGE #USDC #Adoption
šŸš€ Royal Farms Deploys 310 Crypto ATMs Across Multiple StatesBitstop Partnership Expands Physical Crypto Access for Mainstream Users Major U.S. retailer Royal Farms has fully integrated Bitstop’s multi-asset crypto ATMs across all 310 store locations, marking one of the largest retail crypto infrastructure rollouts in the country. This expansion reflects rising demand for convenient, physical access points to digital assets—bridging everyday consumers with the crypto economy. šŸŖ Royal Farms x Bitstop: Bringing Crypto to Your Corner Store Bitstop confirmed on Nov. 13 that its ATMs are now live in every Royal Farms store, with more kiosks to be installed as new locations open. The partnership grants Bitstop exclusive rights as the retailer’s digital asset ATM provider. Doug Carrillo, Bitstop co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, highlighted the mission: ā€œThis collaboration is about access. By placing Bitstop ATMs in every Royal Farms location, we’re giving customers trusted access to invest in the digital economy—right where they shop, fuel up, and eat.ā€ Royal Farms’ procurement director Frank Schilling echoed the push toward innovation: šŸ’³ Multi-Asset Support Beyond Bitcoin Bitstop now offers one of the widest crypto selections among ATM operators, including: BTCETHDOGEXRPUSDC…and more to come This expansion empowers users to buy or sell crypto instantly across Royal Farms’ vast footprint. šŸ“ Where the ATMs Are Located Royal Farms operates 310 stores across seven states: Maryland – 179Delaware – 37Virginia – 38Pennsylvania – 25New Jersey – 14North Carolina – 15West Virginia – 2 šŸ” Why This Matters for Crypto Adoption The rise of public crypto ATMs is accelerating mainstream participation. By embedding digital asset access directly into familiar retail environments, Bitstop and Royal Farms are helping transform crypto from niche to everyday utility. šŸ“£ What do you think — Are retail crypto ATMs crucial for mass adoption? #CryptoNews #BitcoinATM #RoyalFarms #Bitstop #ETH #XRP #DOGE #USDC# #USDC #Blockchain #Adoption

šŸš€ Royal Farms Deploys 310 Crypto ATMs Across Multiple States

Bitstop Partnership Expands Physical Crypto Access for Mainstream Users
Major U.S. retailer Royal Farms has fully integrated Bitstop’s multi-asset crypto ATMs across all 310 store locations, marking one of the largest retail crypto infrastructure rollouts in the country. This expansion reflects rising demand for convenient, physical access points to digital assets—bridging everyday consumers with the crypto economy.
šŸŖ Royal Farms x Bitstop: Bringing Crypto to Your Corner Store
Bitstop confirmed on Nov. 13 that its ATMs are now live in every Royal Farms store, with more kiosks to be installed as new locations open. The partnership grants Bitstop exclusive rights as the retailer’s digital asset ATM provider.
Doug Carrillo, Bitstop co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, highlighted the mission:
ā€œThis collaboration is about access. By placing Bitstop ATMs in every Royal Farms location, we’re giving customers trusted access to invest in the digital economy—right where they shop, fuel up, and eat.ā€
Royal Farms’ procurement director Frank Schilling echoed the push toward innovation:
šŸ’³ Multi-Asset Support Beyond Bitcoin
Bitstop now offers one of the widest crypto selections among ATM operators, including:
BTCETHDOGEXRPUSDC…and more to come
This expansion empowers users to buy or sell crypto instantly across Royal Farms’ vast footprint.
šŸ“ Where the ATMs Are Located
Royal Farms operates 310 stores across seven states:
Maryland – 179Delaware – 37Virginia – 38Pennsylvania – 25New Jersey – 14North Carolina – 15West Virginia – 2
šŸ” Why This Matters for Crypto Adoption
The rise of public crypto ATMs is accelerating mainstream participation. By embedding digital asset access directly into familiar retail environments, Bitstop and Royal Farms are helping transform crypto from niche to everyday utility.
šŸ“£ What do you think — Are retail crypto ATMs crucial for mass adoption?
#CryptoNews #BitcoinATM #RoyalFarms #Bitstop #ETH #XRP #DOGE #USDC# #USDC #Blockchain #Adoption
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šŸ”’ Bitcoin ATMs Under Attack: Byte Federal Reports Serious Data Breach! 😱 Friends, hold on tight! One of the largest operators of Bitcoin ATMs in the USA, Byte Federal, has reported the compromise of personal data of 58,000 customers. 😬 šŸ“… What happened? The breach occurred on September 30, but it was only discovered on November 18. šŸ˜“ Personal names, addresses, social security numbers, and even transaction data have fallen into the hands of criminals. All this due to a vulnerability in third-party software. āš ļø Who is affected? Anyone who has used Byte Federal Bitcoin ATMs may be at risk. This incident once again highlights the importance of data protection in the crypto industry. What to do? 1. šŸ”‘ Check your accounts for suspicious activity. 2. šŸ›”ļø Update your passwords and enable two-factor authentication. 3. 🚨 Be cautious of suspicious calls and emails! Byte Federal is already working on a solution to the problem, but this case makes us ponder: do we trust our data to reliable platforms? šŸ’­ Share your thoughts in the comments! šŸ‘‡ #CryptoSecurity #BitcoinATM #CryptoNews #PrivacyMatters
šŸ”’ Bitcoin ATMs Under Attack: Byte Federal Reports Serious Data Breach! 😱

Friends, hold on tight! One of the largest operators of Bitcoin ATMs in the USA, Byte Federal, has reported the compromise of personal data of 58,000 customers. 😬

šŸ“… What happened?
The breach occurred on September 30, but it was only discovered on November 18. šŸ˜“ Personal names, addresses, social security numbers, and even transaction data have fallen into the hands of criminals. All this due to a vulnerability in third-party software.

āš ļø Who is affected?
Anyone who has used Byte Federal Bitcoin ATMs may be at risk. This incident once again highlights the importance of data protection in the crypto industry.

What to do?

1. šŸ”‘ Check your accounts for suspicious activity.

2. šŸ›”ļø Update your passwords and enable two-factor authentication.

3. 🚨 Be cautious of suspicious calls and emails!

Byte Federal is already working on a solution to the problem, but this case makes us ponder: do we trust our data to reliable platforms? šŸ’­

Share your thoughts in the comments! šŸ‘‡

#CryptoSecurity
#BitcoinATM
#CryptoNews
#PrivacyMatters
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Why are measures against Bitcoin ATM operators being tightened in the US?**In the US, regulations for Bitcoin ATM operators are being tightened due to an increase in fraud and money laundering. According to Axios on June 24, 2025, several states have enacted strict laws limiting deposit amounts and enhancing oversight of cryptocurrency ATMs. This is a response to the use of such devices by fraudsters for extortion and illegal transactions.

Why are measures against Bitcoin ATM operators being tightened in the US?**

In the US, regulations for Bitcoin ATM operators are being tightened due to an increase in fraud and money laundering. According to Axios on June 24, 2025, several states have enacted strict laws limiting deposit amounts and enhancing oversight of cryptocurrency ATMs. This is a response to the use of such devices by fraudsters for extortion and illegal transactions.
ā›” Over 600 BITCOIN ATMs Shut Down Globally in 2 Months In a significant regulatory push, over 600 Bitcoin ATMs have gone offline worldwide in the first two months of Q3 2024, with the majority of shutdowns occurring in the United States. This move is part of a broader crackdown by law enforcement on ATMs involved in extortion and scams. July: 435 machines shut down August: 182 machines shut down United States: Accounted for 411 shutdowns in July and 258 in August Regulatory Actions: In response to the rising concerns about Bitcoin ATM misuse, local and national authorities are stepping up efforts to regulate these machines. For instance, Chico, California is considering treating Bitcoin ATMs similarly to banks, as discussed by Andy Pickett, chief administrative officer of Butte County. Scam Concerns: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a tenfold increase in Bitcoin ATM scams since 2020. In 2023 alone, losses from these scams exceeded $110 million, with older individuals being particularly targeted. These scams often involve fraudsters misleading victims into transferring funds through Bitcoin ATMs. Current Landscape: As of September 5, Coin ATM Radar data shows there are approximately 38,790 crypto ATMs globally. The US and Canada collectively account for about 91% of these ATMs. The top 10 operators manage 74% of the total machines, with Bitcoin Depot operating the largest number of ATMs and implementing scam warnings on its kiosks. International Crackdowns: In Europe, Germany's Federal Financial Supervisory Authority recently seized 13 crypto ATMs from 35 locations, emphasizing the need for rigorous Know Your Customer (KYC) controls for transactions above 10,000 euros. Similarly, Singapore has banned crypto ATMs as part of a broader regulatory effort. What do you think about this? šŸ‘‡ Drop a comment below and follow @Mende for more updates! #atm #bitcoinatm #BNBChainMemeCoin #CryptoMarketMoves $TON
ā›” Over 600 BITCOIN ATMs Shut Down Globally in 2 Months

In a significant regulatory push, over 600 Bitcoin ATMs have gone offline worldwide in the first two months of Q3 2024, with the majority of shutdowns occurring in the United States. This move is part of a broader crackdown by law enforcement on ATMs involved in extortion and scams.

July: 435 machines shut down
August: 182 machines shut down
United States: Accounted for 411 shutdowns in July and 258 in August

Regulatory Actions: In response to the rising concerns about Bitcoin ATM misuse, local and national authorities are stepping up efforts to regulate these machines. For instance, Chico, California is considering treating Bitcoin ATMs similarly to banks, as discussed by Andy Pickett, chief administrative officer of Butte County.

Scam Concerns: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a tenfold increase in Bitcoin ATM scams since 2020. In 2023 alone, losses from these scams exceeded $110 million, with older individuals being particularly targeted. These scams often involve fraudsters misleading victims into transferring funds through Bitcoin ATMs.

Current Landscape: As of September 5, Coin ATM Radar data shows there are approximately 38,790 crypto ATMs globally. The US and Canada collectively account for about 91% of these ATMs. The top 10 operators manage 74% of the total machines, with Bitcoin Depot operating the largest number of ATMs and implementing scam warnings on its kiosks.

International Crackdowns: In Europe, Germany's Federal Financial Supervisory Authority recently seized 13 crypto ATMs from 35 locations, emphasizing the need for rigorous Know Your Customer (KYC) controls for transactions above 10,000 euros. Similarly, Singapore has banned crypto ATMs as part of a broader regulatory effort.

What do you think about this?

šŸ‘‡ Drop a comment below and follow @Professor Mende - Bonuz Ecosystem Founder for more updates!

#atm #bitcoinatm #BNBChainMemeCoin #CryptoMarketMoves $TON
Day 8 – There Are Crypto ATMs in Over 80 Countries… and Counting šŸ§šŸŒ > šŸ¤ÆšŸ’ø Crypto Fact of the Day Think crypto is only online? You can actually walk up to a machine and buy Bitcoin with cash — just like a normal ATM. As of now, there are over 30,000 Bitcoin ATMs installed across more than 80 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Germany, UAE, Pakistan, India, El Salvador, and even Nigeria. These machines let you: Buy Bitcoin or other coins with fiat Sell crypto for local currency Sometimes even print a paper wallet In major cities like Los Angeles, London, and Dubai, BTC ATMs are as easy to find as coffee shops ā˜• The real world is catching up with the blockchain — one ATM at a time. #CryptoFacts #BitcoinATM #CryptoAdoption #BTCWorldwide #DigitalCash #CryptoInRealLife #TheHiddenChapter
Day 8 – There Are Crypto ATMs in Over 80 Countries… and Counting šŸ§šŸŒ

> šŸ¤ÆšŸ’ø Crypto Fact of the Day

Think crypto is only online?
You can actually walk up to a machine and buy Bitcoin with cash — just like a normal ATM.

As of now, there are over 30,000 Bitcoin ATMs installed across more than 80 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Germany, UAE, Pakistan, India, El Salvador, and even Nigeria.

These machines let you:

Buy Bitcoin or other coins with fiat

Sell crypto for local currency

Sometimes even print a paper wallet

In major cities like Los Angeles, London, and Dubai, BTC ATMs are as easy to find as coffee shops ā˜•

The real world is catching up with the blockchain — one ATM at a time.

#CryptoFacts #BitcoinATM #CryptoAdoption #BTCWorldwide #DigitalCash #CryptoInRealLife #TheHiddenChapter
Discover the convenience of Bitcoin ATMs! These innovative machines let you buy Bitcoin using cash or debit cards, just like a traditional ATM. Want to explore the world of crypto? Find out where to locate Bitcoin ATMs and how to use them! #BitcoinATM #crypto
Discover the convenience of Bitcoin ATMs!

These innovative machines let you buy Bitcoin using cash or debit cards, just like a traditional ATM.

Want to explore the world of crypto? Find out where to locate Bitcoin ATMs and how to use them! #BitcoinATM #crypto
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🚨 BREAKING: The first-ever #Bitcoin ATM in Isla Mujeres has arrived! šŸ‡²šŸ‡½šŸ’„ šŸ“Location: BTC Hub, Mayakita Now locals & tourists can buy $BTC directly on the island! #CryptoAdoption #BTC #BitcoinATM
🚨 BREAKING: The first-ever #Bitcoin ATM in Isla Mujeres has arrived! šŸ‡²šŸ‡½šŸ’„
šŸ“Location: BTC Hub, Mayakita

Now locals & tourists can buy $BTC directly on the island!

#CryptoAdoption #BTC #BitcoinATM
Bitcoin Depot strengthens its crypto position with a $5M Bitcoin purchase—71.5 BTC and counting! $BTC {spot}(BTCUSDT) šŸš€ Bitcoin Depot Expands Its Bitcoin Holdings with $5 Million Acquisition! šŸš€ Bitcoin Depot (NASDAQ: BTM), the top Bitcoin ATM operator in North America, has just made a strategic move by purchasing 51 BTC, valued at $5 million. This brings their total Bitcoin holdings to 71.5 BTC. With 8,400+ self-service terminals across North America, Bitcoin Depot is strengthening its leadership in the crypto space. šŸ”„ Stay tuned as the company continues to grow and shape the future of cryptocurrency! šŸ’„ #bitcoin #crypto #BitcoinDunyamiz #BitcoinATM #FinancialStrategy
Bitcoin Depot strengthens its crypto position with a $5M Bitcoin purchase—71.5 BTC and counting!
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šŸš€ Bitcoin Depot Expands Its Bitcoin Holdings with $5 Million Acquisition! šŸš€

Bitcoin Depot (NASDAQ: BTM), the top Bitcoin ATM operator in North America, has just made a strategic move by purchasing 51 BTC, valued at $5 million. This brings their total Bitcoin holdings to 71.5 BTC.

With 8,400+ self-service terminals across North America, Bitcoin Depot is strengthening its leadership in the crypto space. šŸ”„

Stay tuned as the company continues to grow and shape the future of cryptocurrency! šŸ’„

#bitcoin #crypto #BitcoinDunyamiz #BitcoinATM #FinancialStrategy
#poland Enters Top 5 #bitcoin ATMĀ Nations! Poland has overtaken El Salvador as the 5th largest Bitcoin ATM hub with 219 active machines, adding 10 new ATMs on Jan 27 alone. šŸ”¹ Key Highlights: */ Rapid Growth: Poland installed 24 ATMs since October 2024, showing strong crypto adoption. */ Global ATM Rankings: U.S. and Canada lead, followed by Spain, Australia, and now Poland. */ El Salvador, once 3rd in 2022, now ranks 6th as ATM expansion slows. Over 38,000 $BTC ATMs now operate across 65 countries, driving global crypto accessibility! #BitcoinATM #Write2Earn
#poland Enters Top 5 #bitcoin ATMĀ Nations!

Poland has overtaken El Salvador as the 5th largest Bitcoin ATM hub with 219 active machines, adding 10 new ATMs on Jan 27
alone.

šŸ”¹ Key Highlights:
*/ Rapid Growth: Poland installed 24 ATMs since October 2024,
showing strong crypto adoption.
*/ Global ATM Rankings: U.S. and Canada lead, followed by
Spain, Australia, and now Poland.
*/ El Salvador, once 3rd in 2022, now ranks 6th as ATM
expansion slows.

Over 38,000 $BTC ATMs now operate across 65 countries, driving global crypto accessibility!
#BitcoinATM #Write2Earn
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JUST IN:** Byte Federal, a major Bitcoin ATM provider in the US, has reported a data breach. Personal information of about 58,000 users may have been exposed, according to TechCrunch. #databreach #BitcoinATM
JUST IN:** Byte Federal, a major Bitcoin ATM provider in the US, has reported a data breach. Personal information of about 58,000 users may have been exposed, according to TechCrunch.

#databreach #BitcoinATM
California Cracks Down on Crypto ATMs! šŸ’„ The California DFPI has fined Bitcoin ATM operator Coinhub a massive $675,000 for violating digital asset laws. āš–ļø šŸ’ø Breakdown: $105K will go toward refunds for overcharged customers 🧾 This is the fourth major action against crypto ATM firms accused of exploiting users 😔 Regulators are tightening the net — and Coinhub just became the latest example of how compliance can’t be ignored in the crypto world. āš ļø #coin #CryptoRegulation #BitcoinATM #California #Write2Earn
California Cracks Down on Crypto ATMs! šŸ’„


The California DFPI has fined Bitcoin ATM operator Coinhub a massive $675,000 for violating digital asset laws. āš–ļø


šŸ’ø Breakdown:




$105K will go toward refunds for overcharged customers 🧾




This is the fourth major action against crypto ATM firms accused of exploiting users 😔




Regulators are tightening the net — and Coinhub just became the latest example of how compliance can’t be ignored in the crypto world. āš ļø


#coin #CryptoRegulation #BitcoinATM #California #Write2Earn
Coinme Pays $300,000 Fine for Violating California Crypto ATM RegulationsCoinme, a crypto ATM operator based in Seattle, has agreed to pay a $300,000 fine for violating California's rules governing daily transaction limits for crypto kiosks. A law passed in 2023 in California limits crypto ATM transactions to a maximum of $1,000 per customer per day. According to the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI), Coinme exceeded this limit and also failed to include mandatory information on receipts issued to customers at its kiosks located in grocery stores and convenience shops across the state. This marks the first enforcement action under the state’s new Digital Financial Assets Law. In addition to the fine, Coinme will also pay $51,700 in restitution to a senior citizen from California who claimed to have been defrauded. DFPI officials stated this case sends a strong message to crypto kiosk operators that the state is serious about enforcing rules designed to protect unsuspecting residents from scams. Growing Concern Over Crypto ATM Scams Authorities have raised concerns over the rising number of scams involving crypto ATMs, where victims are tricked into depositing funds into kiosks and transferring them directly to scammer-controlled wallets. The 2023 Digital Financial Assets Law was designed to tackle such risks by introducing regulations for kiosk operators. According to FBI data, nearly 11,000 complaints involving crypto ATMs were filed in 2024, with reported losses exceeding $246 million—an increase of 31% from the previous year. Seniors aged 60 and older were among the most frequently targeted victims. Bans and Raids in Other Regions While California is tightening regulations, Spokane, the second-largest city in Washington, has gone a step further by banning crypto ATMs altogether. The move aims to shield citizens from scams and money laundering. Local law enforcement reports that funds from these kiosks have been traced to destinations like China, North Korea, and Russia. Meanwhile, in Australia, federal police launched a crackdown on illegal use of crypto ATMs, contacting over 90 individuals—including both scam victims and suspected offenders. In a dramatic case in Texas, a county sheriff personally intervened and brought a power-cutting tool to a crypto kiosk after a family reportedly lost $25,000 to fraud. #Cryptoscam , #CryptoATM , #DigitalAssets , #BitcoinATM , #CryptoNewss Stay one step ahead – follow our profile and stay informed about everything important in the world of cryptocurrencies! Notice: ,,The information and views presented in this article are intended solely for educational purposes and should not be taken as investment advice in any situation. The content of these pages should not be regarded as financial, investment, or any other form of advice. We caution that investing in cryptocurrencies can be risky and may lead to financial losses.ā€œ

Coinme Pays $300,000 Fine for Violating California Crypto ATM Regulations

Coinme, a crypto ATM operator based in Seattle, has agreed to pay a $300,000 fine for violating California's rules governing daily transaction limits for crypto kiosks.
A law passed in 2023 in California limits crypto ATM transactions to a maximum of $1,000 per customer per day. According to the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI), Coinme exceeded this limit and also failed to include mandatory information on receipts issued to customers at its kiosks located in grocery stores and convenience shops across the state.
This marks the first enforcement action under the state’s new Digital Financial Assets Law.
In addition to the fine, Coinme will also pay $51,700 in restitution to a senior citizen from California who claimed to have been defrauded. DFPI officials stated this case sends a strong message to crypto kiosk operators that the state is serious about enforcing rules designed to protect unsuspecting residents from scams.

Growing Concern Over Crypto ATM Scams
Authorities have raised concerns over the rising number of scams involving crypto ATMs, where victims are tricked into depositing funds into kiosks and transferring them directly to scammer-controlled wallets. The 2023 Digital Financial Assets Law was designed to tackle such risks by introducing regulations for kiosk operators.
According to FBI data, nearly 11,000 complaints involving crypto ATMs were filed in 2024, with reported losses exceeding $246 million—an increase of 31% from the previous year. Seniors aged 60 and older were among the most frequently targeted victims.

Bans and Raids in Other Regions
While California is tightening regulations, Spokane, the second-largest city in Washington, has gone a step further by banning crypto ATMs altogether. The move aims to shield citizens from scams and money laundering. Local law enforcement reports that funds from these kiosks have been traced to destinations like China, North Korea, and Russia.
Meanwhile, in Australia, federal police launched a crackdown on illegal use of crypto ATMs, contacting over 90 individuals—including both scam victims and suspected offenders.

In a dramatic case in Texas, a county sheriff personally intervened and brought a power-cutting tool to a crypto kiosk after a family reportedly lost $25,000 to fraud.

#Cryptoscam , #CryptoATM , #DigitalAssets , #BitcoinATM , #CryptoNewss

Stay one step ahead – follow our profile and stay informed about everything important in the world of cryptocurrencies!
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,,The information and views presented in this article are intended solely for educational purposes and should not be taken as investment advice in any situation. The content of these pages should not be regarded as financial, investment, or any other form of advice. We caution that investing in cryptocurrencies can be risky and may lead to financial losses.ā€œ
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