🚨 Crypto Scams Surge in 2023! 🚨

Crypto-related scams and fraud skyrocketed by 45% in 2023, with losses exceeding $5.6 billion, according to a new FBI report released on Sept. 9.

Key Points:

- Over 69,000 complaints received by the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center.

- Investment scams were the most costly, accounting for 71% of losses (~$3.96 billion).

- Individuals over 60 were the most targeted, losing over $1.6 billion.

Common Scams:

- Investment scams

- Romance scams (pig butchering)

- Lottery scams

- Credit card fraud

- Extortion and ransomware

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