Authorities have seized more than $6 million in cryptocurrency from wallets linked to Southeast Asian scammers who defrauded U.S. citizens through investment schemes.
- Victims lost millions thinking they were investing in legitimate crypto projects.
- The FBI tracked the stolen funds on the blockchain and found wallets with more than $6 million.
- Tether helped freeze the scammers' wallets for a quick refund.
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- The scammers used fake websites and platforms to deceive.
- Victims are often found through text messages, dating apps, and investment groups.
- According to the FBI, 71% of crypto scams involve investment schemes.
Source: FBI