U.S. Officials Arrests Bitcoin Rodney For $7.8 Million Crypto Scam

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'Bitcoin Rodney,' also known as Rodney Burton, got arrested by U.S. authorities.

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He's accused of a fake investment scheme related to cryptocurrencies.

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Rodney allegedly defrauded more than $7 million through this fake investment scheme. 

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He's Charged in Maryland for promoting HyperVerse.

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He made False claims of 0.5% to 1% daily passive rewards until doubling or tripling investments.

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Burton allegedly received $7,851,711 from 562 wire transfers or checks.

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Australia's Minister for Financial Services to inquire ASIC about lack of warning on HyperVerse; US Treasury, IRS, and Barton's defense team yet to comment.

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The arrest signifies law enforcement's vigilance against fraudulent crypto activities.