# Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Crypto Scam in App Store That Cost Users $1.8M

Apple is being sued after an alleged cryptocurrency scam on the App Store resulted in users losing $1.8 million. The lawsuit claims Apple failed to adequately screen or remove the fraudulent app. This case raises questions about app store accountability and user protection against crypto scams.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/27/apple-sued-after-alleged-app-store-crypto-scam-cost-users-1-8m/) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:28:15 +0000