US AI Investment Fraud Tops $632M in 2025

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center tracked total losses of about $890 million from AI-enabled cybercrime in 2025, with investment fraud as the dominant category. Scammers used deepfake videos, voice cloning, and fake celebrity endorsements to promote fraudulent trading platforms, according to the agency.

The FBI warned that the technology allows criminals to create highly convincing personas and advertisements, making it harder for victims to distinguish legitimate investment opportunities from scams. The agency urged investors to verify the identity of financial advisors and platforms through official channels before committing funds.

The figures reflect a surge in AI-powered fraud as tools become more accessible. The FBI said it expects losses to grow as scammers refine their methods, and it encouraged victims to report incidents to the IC3 for investigation and potential recovery.