Crypto fraud landscape is getting darker. According to recent Chainalysis data, digital asset scams and fraudulent activities siphoned off roughly $17 billion throughout 2025. What's particularly concerning? Two major tactics are accelerating the damage: impersonation schemes have become increasingly sophisticated, while AI-powered fraud operations are turning profits at an alarming rate. Scammers are leveraging automation and deepfakes to target investors with unprecedented precision. The explosion in AI-driven phishing, fake support tickets, and identity theft means you need to stay vigilant. Double-check wallet addresses before sending funds, verify official channels through multiple sources, and never share private keys or seed phrases—even with platforms that claim to be legitimate.