👮♂️ FBI Helps Cryptocurrency Scam Victims Recover $285 Million in Potential Asset Losses
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has helped potential victims of cryptocurrency scams save $285 million through a program called "Level Up," rescuing thousands from deep-rooted scams!
It is reported that the "Level Up" initiative is an active program of the FBI aimed at identifying and notifying those who have suffered from cryptocurrency investment fraud. By using advanced technology to quickly identify victims, the FBI directly contacts them via phone to intervene swiftly.
As of January of this year, the FBI has prevented over 4,300 people from being scammed through the "Level Up" initiative, including one victim who almost invested $1 million and another who was preparing to sell their house to raise $500,000.
Reports indicate that the scam rings consist of skilled and experienced experts who specifically target individuals aged 30 to 60 who are tech-savvy and eager to invest. They are not only active on social media but also search for targets through text messages, investment groups, social platforms, and even dating websites. Victims often realize they have been scammed only after suffering financial losses.
Additionally, the FBI recorded cryptocurrency investment fraud losses reaching $3.9 billion in 2023, but the actual figure may far exceed this number, as many cases have not been reported. Currently, the FBI receives over 3,200 complaints related to cryptocurrency scams each month.
To prevent fraud, the FBI advises everyone to “pause” before making investment decisions and not to rush into action. Take some time to think carefully and don’t let scammers manipulate your decisions by creating a “false sense of urgency.”
In summary, as scams become increasingly sophisticated, everyone must stay vigilant and not easily trust seemingly attractive investment opportunities.
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