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UK Cryptocurrency Scams Soar by 23% – Young Investors at Risk, Warns Lloyds Bank

by Dan K
Nov 10, 2023 - 7:51 pm
in Blockchain
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Introduction

One of the UK’s Big Four banks, Lloyds Bank, has issued a stark warning regarding a significant rise in cryptocurrency scams. The bank’s latest report indicates a 23% increase in such scams compared to the previous year, with young investors being the primary targets.

Rising Concerns

The report highlights the deceptive nature of these scams, often propagated through social media, resulting in significant financial losses. Victims lose an average of $13,115 (10,741 British pounds) – a noticeable increase from the previous year’s average of $8,562 (7,010 pounds). These figures surpass losses from other consumer frauds, including romance and purchase scams.

Targeting the Young

Alarmingly, individuals aged 25–34 make up a quarter of all crypto scam victims. The report underscores how criminal organizations skillfully adapt their strategies to exploit emerging trends and deceive victims, particularly younger investors drawn to the promise of quick wealth through cryptocurrency trading.

The Deception Process

Victims typically make an average of three payments before realizing they’ve been scammed. It usually takes around 100 days from the first transaction before the scam is reported to the bank. However, by this time, recovery of funds becomes highly unlikely.

Global Perspective

This alarming trend in the UK echoes findings from a Coinbase report, which suggests that younger Americans are also increasingly drawn to unconventional financial paths like cryptocurrencies. This openness, however, also makes them more susceptible to scams.

Conclusion

The Lloyds Bank report serves as a crucial reminder of the dangers lurking in the crypto space, especially for younger investors. It emphasizes the importance of vigilance and informed decision-making in the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency investments.

Tags: BlockchainScamUK
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