The South Korean prosecution is launching a permanent division to combat cryptocurrency crimes — the Joint Investigation Unit (JIU). It will focus on cryptocurrency market manipulation, fraud, and hacker attacks. In 2023, JIU arrested 18 people, filed charges against 41, and seized assets worth $97.5 million. The Ministry of Justice plans to officially launch the division in February or March 2025 after consultations.
1/29/2025 12:34:33 PM (GMT+1)
South Korea is launching a permanent division to combat cryptocurrency crimes: 41 accused, assets worth 141 billion won seized, and luxury cars 🚨
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