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ED Uncovers Rs 400 Crore Fraud Linked to Fiewin Gaming App and Chinese Nationals

The investigation reveals a sophisticated scheme involving cryptocurrency laundering and the arrest of four Indian nationals.

  • The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered a Rs 400 crore fraud involving the Fiewin gaming app, operated by Chinese nationals with Indian accomplices.
  • Four Indian nationals have been arrested for their roles in converting funds from app users into cryptocurrency and transferring it to Chinese wallets.
  • The scam promised users easy earnings through mini-games but blocked withdrawals once significant funds were accumulated in user accounts.
  • Binance's Financial Intelligence Unit played a crucial role in assisting the ED by tracing the movement of funds and providing technical insights.
  • The investigation continues as the ED and Binance work to dismantle the cross-border criminal network and recover the laundered money.
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