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ZachXBT Warns Against Bitcoin Depot ATMs After Fraud Analysis and Breach Exposure

ZachXBT warned users against Bitcoin Depot ATMs after reviewing a $25,000 transaction where a 74-year-old victim received 0.232 BTC—quoted at $108,000 per BTC versus $75,000 spot, a $7,500 rip-off. This escalates from his initial flags on ATM premiums far exceeding exchanges' sub-1% fees and ties to $3.26 million prior scams. Risks compound with a March breach stealing 50.9 BTC ($3.7M), Haverhill's 60-day removal of 415 machines ($300/day fines), and DOJ actions—yet Bitcoin Depot stock hit $6.42, up 105% monthly.

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