Nevada Warns of Cryptocurrency Kiosk Scams: Be Cautious with Unsolicited Offers

The Nevada Attorney General's office is taking steps to raise awareness about the growing threat of cryptocurrency kiosk scams.

These scams involve converting cash into digital currency that can be sent to unknown third parties. The transactions are nearly untraceable, making it extremely difficult for victims to recover their stolen money.

The scammers typically start with an unsolicited phone call or message that creates a sense of fear and urgency. They may impersonate someone the victim trusts, such as a relative or representative of a legitimate organization, claiming an emergency exists that can only be resolved by depositing funds into a cryptocurrency kiosk.

According to FBI data cited by AARP, cryptocurrency kiosk scams disproportionately affect older adults. In 2025, these scams led to over $389 million in reported losses.