South Korean Police Arrest 30 in $8m ‘Crypto Scam’ Bust
South Korean police have arrested 30 people as part of an investigation into a suspected $ 8 million crypto scam. Masterminds appear to have promised investors “guaranteed gains” of up to 2,000%.... Read More: South Kore...
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