Maine Bitcoin Scam Victims Get Settlement Shot
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Maine residents have until April 1, 2026, to claim a share of a $1.9 million settlement from Bitcoin Depot, following a series of scams involving bitcoin kiosks. The settlement covers those defrauded from 2022 to 2025, where scammers tricked victims into exchanging cash for crypto at the machines and sending it to fraudster wallets. Maine has seen thousands of victims, with the real damage estimated to be in the billions. State officials have passed new regulations, including a rule to check unhosted wallets and verify owners, as well as caps on daily deals and fees, and a requirement for full refunds within 90 days if reported. Bitcoin Depot must now license up and follow consumer rules, though their site no longer lists Maine spots. Refunds will begin in May 2026, after claims are vetted.
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