Crypto analytics firm Chainalysis says impersonation, AI crypto scams stole $17 billion last year

According to a report from the crypto analytics firm Chainalysis, cybersecurity threats such as impersonation schemes and scams involving artificial intelligence in the cryptocurrency sector resulted in staggering losses of approximately $17 billion over the course of the previous year. This alarming figure highlights the increasing sophistication of fraud tactics and the urgent need for enhanced security measures within the digital asset landscape. source: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/01/14/chainalysis-report-reveals-impersonation-and-ai-crypto-scams-surpass-cyberattacks