Crypto Scams Hit Seniors Hard in Beaufort County with $3.1M Losses

The increase in crypto scams targeting senior citizens has become more alarming, with losses reaching $3.1 million in Beaufort County alone. Many elderly individuals are falling prey to these schemes because they are not familiar with technology and feel too embarrassed to report the incidents. To protect themselves, seniors should verify the identities of contacts, rely on trusted wallets, and turn on two-factor authentication to enhance security.