#CryptoScamSurge

Crypto scams have surged in 2025, with losses exceeding $2.17 billion in just six months. Key scams include pig butchering (romance-investment fraud), phishing, and AI deepfakes, all growing rapidly. In 2024 alone, scammers stole over $9.9 billion, often using fake apps, cloned platforms, or emotional manipulation. AI tools and fraud-as-a-service kits now let anyone launch complex scams. Seniors and inexperienced investors are major targets. The U.S., China, and other countries are cracking down on crypto ATMs and scam networks. To stay safe, avoid suspicious messages, don’t trust high-return promises, and verify identities before sending crypto. Crypto’s irreversible nature makes prevention the best defense.