What were the top cybercrimes in 2025?

Investment scams led at $8.64 billion, followed by $11.3 billion in crypto losses and $3 billion from business email compromises.

How much did AI scams cost Americans in 2025?

FBI pegs AI-related attacks—like deepfakes and voice clones—at $893 million, a fast-growing slice of the $21 billion total.

Are crypto scams getting worse?

Yes—$11.366 billion stolen directly from individuals, up big, fueled by easy laundering; over 181,000 complaints filed.

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$21 Billion Cybercrime Haul in 2025: Crypto Scams Dominate, AI Joins the Party

Cybercrime didn't just tick up in 2025—it exploded to $21 billion stolen from over a million Americans. Crypto took the biggest hit, but AI's turning scams into personal nightmares.

theAIcatchup Apr 09, 2026 4 min read

FBI cybercrime loss chart showing $21 billion in 2025 with crypto and AI scam breakdowns

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$21B total cybercrime losses in 2025, 26% YoY increase, over 1M victims. 𝕏
Crypto scams dominate at $11.3B; AI attacks hit $893M with deepfakes and voice clones. 𝕏
Recovery weak: FBI froze just $678M; systemic fixes needed for AI/crypto risks. 𝕏

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