Nevada ranks third in the United States for AI-related scams per capita, according to a new study from financial broker comparison site BrokerChooser, highlighting the growing threat of AI-enabled fraud in a state heavily reliant on tourism and hospitality.
According to Nevada Business Magazine, the study found Nevada recorded 83 AI-related crimes per million people, with the average loss per victim reaching $36,262. Investment scams dominate AI fraud, accounting for 4,356 AI-related complaints in 2025 and over $632 million in total losses nationally.
The findings are particularly relevant for Las Vegas, where the convergence of high tourist volumes, gaming activity, and cash-intensive transactions creates a fertile environment for fraud. AI tools have made it easier for scammers to clone branding, generate convincing voice impersonations, and fabricate compliance certificates, according to the study.
Local business groups and law enforcement have been ramping up education efforts. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has established a cybercrime unit focused on AI-enabled fraud, while the Nevada Attorney General’s office has prioritized consumer protection cases involving artificial intelligence.
For Las Vegas businesses — particularly in the financial services, real estate, and hospitality sectors — the threat requires new investment in verification technologies and employee training. Casinos and resorts have begun deploying AI-powered fraud detection systems to counter the use of AI by bad actors, creating a technological arms race between attackers and defenders.
The study’s authors recommend that consumers verify investment opportunities through multiple channels, be wary of unsolicited voice calls, and use multi-factor authentication. For Nevada’s business community, the findings underscore the need for continued investment in cybersecurity infrastructure and workforce awareness.
