UK launches investigation into suspected $28 million Basis Markets crypto scam
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- U.K. authorities have initiated a criminal investigation into Basis Markets, a crypto hedge fund implicated in a $28 million fraud against retail investors, with two arrests made in connection to the case.
- This investigation highlights the increasing scrutiny on cryptocurrency ventures, particularly as investors seek protection from potential scams in a rapidly evolving market.
- The case also reflects broader regulatory challenges as global financial authorities, including those in the U.S. and EU, reassess their approaches to cryptocurrency regulations amid rising concerns over investor safety.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
