$1.4bnreported lost to scams paid in cryptocurrency in 2024, FTC
Cryptocurrency scam payments cost people $1.4 billion in 2024 in FTC reports, more than gift cards, wire transfers and cash put together.
Gift cards accounted for $212 million, wire transfers for $287 million and cash for $308 million.
Source: US Federal Trade Commission.
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