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FBI: Americans lost over $388 million to scams using crypto ATMs in 2025
The FBI says Americans have lost over $388 million last year to scams using cryptocurrency kiosks, also known as crypto ATMs or Bitcoin ATMs. [...]
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🔍Threat Overview
Americans lost over $388 million to scams using cryptocurrency kiosks in 2025, with a nearly 60% surge in reported losses compared to the previous year.
⚙️Technical Details
Affected Systems
Cryptocurrency kiosks
Attack Vectors
Physical, standalone electronic terminalsQR codesPhone calls
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: High
Who Is at Risk
Individuals using cryptocurrency kiosks, particularly those over 50
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Not sending money to people you only know online
2Never scanning QR codes or following payment instructions from unknown individuals
3Always verifying phone calls directly
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