AI-generated crypto fraud helped fuel a rise in financial theft, New York authorities warned. Total investment-scam losses exceeded $8 billion in 2025, marking a 38% increase from the previous year.

The alert identifies a growing trend of AI-themed schemes used to deceive investors. These fraudulent activities have contributed to a broad increase in investment fraud across the United States.

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  1. SOURCE@cointelegraph“New York warns of surging AI investment scams”x.com
  2. SUPPORT@cryptometerio“up 38% year over year”x.com
  3. SUPPORT@cryptonewshntrs“AI-GENERATED CRYPTO SCAMS HELPED PUSH INVESTMENT FRAUD LOSSES”x.com
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