Trust Is the New Target as Impersonation Scams Surge 1,400% in 2025

According to Chainalysis’s estimates, crypto-related scams and fraudulent activity may have caused over $17 billion in losses in 2025 The blockchain data firm also highlighted a concerning trend, as scammers are increasingly turning to impersonation schemes to deceive unsuspecting users. According to the report, impersonation scams rose by nearly 1,400% year over year. Crypto Crime Hits New Highs in 2025, Losses May Top $17 Billion  2025 has gone down as the worst year on record for crypto crime, with a surge in hacks and scams weighing heavily on the industry. In its latest report, Chainalysis said cryptocurrency scams received at least $14 billion on-chain during the year source: https://beincrypto.com/chainalysis-crypto-scams-impersonation-ai-trend/