Crypto scams more costly to the US than ransomware, feds say
March 19, 2024 at 04:05PM The FBI reported that investment fraud, particularly involving cryptocurrency, led to a $4.57 billion loss in 2023, surpassing losses from ransomware. Scams preyed on victims’ desire for quick profits and even targeted those seeking recovery from previous scams. Older individuals were especially vulnerable, accounting for substantial losses and an increase … Read more