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crypto investment scams
Coverage of crypto investment scams in the Nexus archive.
- Malaysia Blockchain Week’s OnlyFans scandal, lonely heart scammed for $3.3M: Asia Express
Fake romance crypto investment scams in Hong Kong generated $9 million in a week, while a Malaysian authorities' incident involved a crypto conference after-party linked to a $3.3 million scam. Both events highlight rising concerns over cryptocurrency-related fraud.
- Lost Crypto in an Investment Scam? The Loss May Be Tax Deductible
The article discusses how losses from crypto investment scams may be tax-deductible under IRS guidelines, citing IRC §165(c)(2) and a 2025 Chief Counsel Memorandum. It provides prevention advice, such as avoiding investments from unsolicited sources, and clarifies that deductions depend on factors like the intent to profit and irrecoverable losses.