The FBI is investigating cryptocurrency fraud where victims were lured by supposed romantic partners into fictitious investments, stealing $5 million. $4.99 million has been seized from Tether wallets. The scheme, operated through the Bitkanant platform, defrauded 71 people. Scammers disappeared with the money, leaving victims without funds or help.
11/19/2024 1:40:10 PM (GMT+1)
FBI investigates $5M cryptocurrency fraud: $4.99M seized from Tether wallets used in the Bitkanant platform scam 🔒
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