FTC Urges Caution as Bitcoin ATM Fraud Cases Skyrocket

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FTC Urges Caution as Bitcoin ATM Fraud Cases SkyrocketThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a sharp rise in scams involving bitcoin ATMs, with fraud losses increasing nearly tenfold from 2020 to 2023 and exceeding $65 million in the first half of 2024. These scams often involve impersonations and target vulnerable populations, such as older adults, with significant financial impact. FTC Warns of […]

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