2026-01-15 02:38:24

Crypto scams hit a staggering $17 billion in losses during 2025, according to recent industry data. The explosive growth in fraud losses has been fueled largely by two culprits: increasingly sophisticated AI-powered attacks and impersonation schemes that deceive users at scale.

Artificial intelligence tools have become a game-changer for bad actors, enabling them to craft convincing fake communications and deepfakes that mimic legitimate projects and prominent figures. Meanwhile, impersonation fraud—ranging from fake wallet apps to counterfeit social accounts—continues to prey on unsuspecting crypto holders.

The findings underscore a critical reality: as the crypto space matures and adoption spreads, so does the sophistication of fraud mechanisms. Users holding digital assets face an increasingly complex threat landscape where traditional security awareness isn't enough. Industry participants and exchanges are racing to develop better detection systems and protective measures, but the arms race between security and scammers shows no signs of slowing down.

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StableCoinKaren

· 3h ago

17 billion, oh my god... This is still this year, how can all the money that could be hot flow entirely to scammers --- Deepfake technology is really incredible, even celebrities can be copied for you, my friend almost got scammed out of several ETH --- Are you still playing with that fake wallet app? You've pulled in so many people, has the risk control never been updated? --- Talking about detection systems, aren't scammers running faster than security, always a step behind --- I just want to know when those 17 billion will be recovered... it can't just be gone like that --- Deepfake technology should have been banned a long time ago, it's a bit late to react now --- Traditional security awareness can no longer hold up, what should we do next, everyone --- Looking at this trend, it should double next year, right? The crypto circle has been pretty much ruined by these people

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BearMarketSurvivor

· 7h ago

1.7 billion USD in damages... This is the price of not holding the supply line. The AI face-swapping technology is much more advanced than last year. --- Deepfakes and phishing are everywhere; old methods no longer work. We need to approach it like a battlefield—think twice before acting. --- This round of "cutting leeks" has upgraded; even wallets are being faked. No wonder I always advise people to reduce on-chain interactions. --- 17B... That number hits hard. As I always say, staying alive is more important than making money. Risk control first, returns second. --- Every time I see this kind of news, I feel grateful to have lived this long. The market has taught me what caution really means. --- AI scams are just like market cycles—you can't escape them. The only thing you can do is see through the tricks before others. --- It's hard to guard against everything, brothers. The old rule still applies—don't move your wallet in uncertain situations.

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PoetryOnChain

· 14h ago

17 billion gone... These days, even AI has learned to scam coins, truly unjust Deepfake technology is becoming more and more advanced. My friend almost got scammed by a fake wallet the day before yesterday, it was terrifying Why does it seem like bad guys are actually more skilled than exchanges? That's why I don't trust any groups now, only my own private key As soon as AI appeared, scammers started to escalate. We really can't keep up anymore

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GasWaster69

· 14h ago

17 billion, now the scammers are really taking off. As soon as AI deepfakes appeared, I knew it was over. --- Another AI and fake wallet. I should uninstall Twitter. --- Every time they say they will release a new protection system, but still, a bunch of people get scammed. It's hilarious. --- NGL, this industry is crazy. Either make a fortune or go bankrupt from scams, no middle ground. --- Deepfake technology is truly incredible; it's impossible to tell real from fake. --- Exchanges, keep it up. We're counting on you. Everyone else is sleeping.

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FlashLoanLord

· 14h ago

1.7 billion dollars gone in an instant. Fine, I’m done with this stuff. --- AI face swapping + fake wallets, double hit, no wonder I get hacked every day. --- It’s the same old trick again, this circle has zero sense of security. --- Wow, are these numbers real? Could it be alarmist again? --- Deepfake technology is really top-notch, even I, an old hand, can’t tell the difference. --- Changing wallets, modifying avatars, are scammers this competitive? Laughing. --- 17 billion just disappeared like that. I’m still holding coins here. --- Basically, greed is to blame. What’s wrong with verifying twice? Can it kill you? --- No wonder it’s the crypto world, they can scam anything, dare to scam everything. --- This defense line is really collapsing. Are those people at the exchange sleeping on the job? --- Deepfake really can’t hold up anymore. Who can I trust next time? --- Every day there’s a new trick. Tired, brothers.

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AlphaLeaker

· 14h ago

17 billion... It's the AI deepfake stuff again. These days, you have to activate your scam detection radar just to tell real from fake. --- Oh my god, these numbers. My friend almost got scammed by a fake wallet app the other day. Luckily, he reacted in time. --- Wallet apps and social accounts can both be fakes. How can we trust anything anymore... Prevention is impossible. --- The exchange needs to step up its game, or else new users will be scared away if this keeps up. --- AI face swapping is really a double-edged sword. Bad actors find it too handy to use. --- It's ridiculous. Even with strong security awareness, it’s useless. AI can still fool you. --- I just want to know when there will be truly effective protection solutions... Just getting beaten up all the time. --- Deepfake technology looks like Hollywood blockbusters, but it’s just too outrageous when used for fraud. --- How can we even play this game? The cat-and-mouse game never ends.

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LeekCutter

· 14h ago

17 billion gone, who still dares to play? How many people got cut? Deepfake technology is out, and we can't even defend against it, it's really outrageous. AI scams are so aggressive, and exchanges are still slow to develop protections, it's hilarious. It's all because these stupid scammers are so creative; they wouldn't make legitimate money. Are newbies really doomed to be scammed? It's not that they're stupid... it's that the scam techniques are too advanced. It's AI and deepfake again, why is everyone so competitive? Can't even trust a wallet anymore. 17 billion USD flows into the pockets of scammers, and we're still anxious about HODLing or not. The exchange folks keep saying they need to upgrade security every day, but they can't even catch a single scammer.

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