Category: Crypto Scams
Crypto crime is down, but crypto scammers are getting smarter
September 17, 2021
A recent report shows good news for the crypto industry: crime is down dramatically. Except in one area, where it has increased 4x. Here’s...
Ransomware scams are on the rise: What cryptos need to know for SAR filing
November 2, 2020
FinCEN and OFAC released joint advisories warning businesses about an increase in ransomware scams, along with new instructions for Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) filing....
Crypto investment scams: what businesses need to know for consumer protection
September 28, 2020
First-time or existing customers may be vulnerable to fraudulent investment schemes that promise high returns that never materialize. Here are some red flags businesses...
Prize scams: What crypto businesses can do to prepare
September 14, 2020
First-time customers attempting to purchase cryptocurrency because they “won the lottery” or some other prize could be victims of a scam in progress. Here’s...
How check-cashing scams could be affecting your customers
September 7, 2020
If you run a crypto business, be on the lookout for signs of check-cashing scams. This old-fashioned fraud is as prevalent as ever. Even...
What is a ‘ticket scam’ and why do cryptos need to understand it?
August 17, 2020
This old-fashioned scam is more prevalent than you think — and your customers could be at risk. If you run a cryptocurrency exchange, kiosk...
How a ‘utility scam’ works and what crypto business owners need to know
August 10, 2020
Americans lose millions in utility scams each year, especially as winter approaches. More scammers are asking for cryptocurrency. BitAML is continuing its blog series...
The ‘Social Security Administration’ scam cryptos should be aware of
July 27, 2020
The Social Security Administration will never call an individual to demand payment in cryptocurrency or any other form. We explain what to do about...
The ‘family member in danger’ scam explained
July 20, 2020
When consumers receive a call from a ‘family member’ who claims to be in some kind of trouble and is asking for a payment...
