S. Korean influencer allegedly led $232M crypto scam, 215 arrested
South Korea has been taking steps to suppress crypto scams. This latest one is the biggest ever, though.
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South Korea has been taking steps to suppress crypto scams. This latest one is the biggest ever, though.
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