US Authorities Recover $8.2 Million in Tether from Cryptocurrency Scam Victims
04.03.2025 03:33
The FBI has identified 33 victims of a cryptocurrency scam in the United States, leading to losses over $4.9 million. The scam, dubbed the 'wrong number' scam, involved scammers convincing victims to invest in fake cryptocurrency projects. Authorities in Ohio are now pursuing the forfeiture of over 8 million Tether (USDT) linked to these fraudulent activities. Investigations revealed that some of the stolen funds were quickly swapped for Tether, prompting immediate action from the crypto company, which complied with federal seizure warrants and assisted in the recovery efforts. The case highlights ongoing vulnerabilities within the cryptocurrency space and the response of law enforcement to protect victims.
The recent recovery of funds related to Tether by federal authorities may initially boost confidence in the asset's security and use but could also raise concerns related to its involvement in scams.
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