Reference Case Number: FOI10265
Freedom of Information: Right to know request:
The number of reports of crypto asset scams received by the FCA, broken down by financial year, for as many years as possible for which you have records. Please ensure figures for 22/23 are included.
FCA response:
We can confirm that we have provided figures for as many years as possible.
| Financial Year | Number of Reports |
|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 0 |
| 2017-18 | 0 |
| 2018-19 | 1,508 |
| 2019-20 | 1,527 |
| 2020-21 | 4,314 |
| 2021-22 | 6,879 |
| 2022-23 | 8,588 |
| 2023-24 (as at 22 June 2023) | 1,871 |
| Grand total | 24,687 |