⚠️ Scam Alert: Bitcoin ATMs

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Scammers are increasingly using Bitcoin ATMs (BTMs) to steal money.
Typical tricks:
• Fake calls or texts claiming tax, utility, or police fines
• Romance or “investment” schemes
• Posing as bank or tech support

They’ll pressure you to deposit cash and send Bitcoin to their wallet —
but all crypto transfers are irreversible.

Stay safe:

No government or legit company asks for payment in crypto

Hang up and call the official number to verify

Never scan a QR code or enter a wallet address from a stranger

If you’ve already sent crypto, report it right away (e.g. IC3.gov