Don’t Start the Year with a Scam: The Idaho Department of Finance Unveils the 12 Top Investor Threats

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As Idahoans step into the new year, the Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) and the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) are reminding investors that fraud remains a year-round risk. As tactics evolve, the start of the year is an ideal time to stay alert and review emerging threats. Drawing on data from NASAA’s 2025 Enforcement Report and annual survey of top investor threats, IDOF has identified the top investor frauds and schemes to watch for as we begin the new year.

According to NASAA’s 2025 Enforcement Report, state securities regulators conducted over 8,800 active investigations in 2024, leading to more than $259 million in monetary fines and restitution. The data reveals that while scammers are using new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) to dress up their schemes, the goal remains the same: separating victims from their hard-earned money. 

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