Chainalysis: $17 Billion Lost to Crypto Scams in 2025
ByAinvest
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 12:08 pm ET1min read
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According to Chainalysis' 2026 Crypto Crime Report, impersonation, AI crypto scams, and exchange impostors stole $17 billion in 2025. Impersonation scams grew 1,400% YoY, with AI-enabled scams being 4.5 times more profitable. The shift towards more lucrative targets and the use of deepfakes and automated tools make these scams harder to detect. Crypto industry experts warn users to never share sensitive data or transfer funds to unknown parties, as these scams rely on deception and trust.
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