Jailed crypto scammers blew stolen funds on shark tank, hookers: Report
The fraudsters stole $21.6 million from over 40,000 investors to fund their lavish lifestyles, which also reportedly included $100,000 spent on sex workers.
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The fraudsters stole $21.6 million from over 40,000 investors to fund their lavish lifestyles, which also reportedly included $100,000 spent on sex workers.
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