In Texas, cryptocurrency scams have resulted in significant financial losses. According to the FBI, Texans lost over $1 billion to such scams in 2025. This amount is second only to California in terms of the amount lost to fraudsters.

Scams involving cryptocurrency often take the form of fraudulent investment opportunities. Criminals are drawn to the digital currency due to its difficulty to track.

Further information on the most common types of cryptocurrency scams in Texas is available, including details from the Harris County district attorney's office, for those looking to learn more about the issue and how to protect themselves.