Crypto
Top 10 tactics targeting crypto investors, from deepfakes to romance scams
Crypto scam tactics have become more sophisticated in 2026, making investor protection a key market task. The Crypto Basic reported that crypto scams totalled $14 billion in 2025, up from $9.9 billion in 2024. Impersonation crimes surged 1,400 percent, with pig butchering scams and fake investment platforms cited as major drivers. Risks include phishing, fake tokens, social media impersonation, deepfakes, wallet-draining and malware, while recovery remains difficult after blockchain confirmations.
