"Record-Breaking Scam Epidemic: Americans Hit Hard by $68 Billion Heist. A new Gallup survey has shed light on the staggering financial toll of scams in the United States, revealing a staggering $68 billion loss in 2025. As scammers continue to adapt and evolve their tactics, unsuspecting victims are falling prey to phishing schemes, investment scams, and other forms of financial deception. The alarming figure highlights the need for increased awareness and education on how to protect oneself from these cunning con artists, and raises questions about the effectiveness of current anti-scam measures in place to safeguard American consumers."
Gallup survey says the financial toll of scams in the United States in 2025 was estimated at $68bn.
