Results: The Cost of Getting Scammed

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Tellwut

09/04/2026

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Scam losses in the U.S. have reached record levels, while victims often have little recourse. Have you or someone you know ever lost money to a scam?
Yes
39%
512 votes
No
61%
791 votes
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Some other countries put more responsibility on financial institutions to reimburse victims.

If someone is tricked into sending money to a scammer, should their bank be required to reimburse them?
Yes, in most cases
28%
370 votes
Yes, but only if the bank failed to detect warning signs
30%
387 votes
No, individuals are responsible for money they voluntarily send
21%
278 votes
Undecided
21%
268 votes

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