In brief
- Some crypto ATMs were targeted by law enforcement in 2025.
- Meanwhile, some states took action against Bitcoin ATM operators.
- There were some renewed calls for restrictions on Capitol Hill.
Crypto ATMs faced heightened scrutiny in 2025, as authorities and lawmakers tried to confront a growing number of scams facilitated by these machines in the U.S.
Some officials took matters into their own hands with power tools, while two attorneys general brought lawsuits against several of the biggest firms in the space. Meanwhile, agencies and other entities issued consumer alerts addressing the elderly.
Crypto ATM operators say their machines provide a valuable service, allowing anyone to buy digital assets like Bitcoin with physical cash….
Dec 30 2025
