Cryptocurrency Scams

Legal articles in this category cover cryptocurrency-related fraud such as fake exchanges, phishing, rug pulls, Ponzi schemes, and investment scams, including how victims can report scams, preserve evidence, and pursue recovery through civil claims or regulatory and law-enforcement actions. It also addresses compliance and liability issues for businesses and individuals involved in crypto transactions, advertising, and custody.

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How to Get Your Money Back From a ‘Pig Butchering’ Crypto Scam

May 1, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

You can sometimes recover money from a pig butchering crypto scam if you act within 24–72 hours to preserve evidence and start tracing transactions. File reports with IC3, the FTC, your exchange/bank, and local law enforcement, and work with counsel to pursue subpoenas, freeze orders, and clawback claims. This article explains the scam, recovery steps, […]