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Google Sues Alleged Crypto Scammers Over Play Store Apps

The tech giant alleges two developers uploaded 87 fraudulent cryptocurrency apps, affecting over 100,000 users globally.

  • Google has filed a lawsuit against two developers accused of creating 87 fraudulent cryptocurrency apps available on the Play Store.
  • The alleged scammers, identified as Yunfeng Sun and Hongnam Cheung, reportedly lured victims with promises of high returns on investments.
  • Victims were unable to withdraw their funds, and the scheme is said to have affected over 100,000 users worldwide, including approximately 8,700 in the United States.
  • Google seeks a permanent injunction against the defendants, preventing them from accessing Google services, and demands they pay attorney fees and costs.
  • This legal action marks Google's latest effort to combat fraud on its platforms and protect users from cryptocurrency scams.
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