Crypto Exchange JPEX Suspends Earn Trading Amid Ongoing Investigations in Hong Kong
Crypto News
18 Sep 2023 8:02 AM
Hong Kong police have received at least 83 complaints on JPEX, involving cryptocurrencies worth HK$34 million....
- Cryptocurrency platform JPEX is suspending its Earn Trading interface amid ongoing investigations by Hong Kong police and the financial regulator over suspected fraud.
- JPEX accuses relevant institutions in Hong Kong of unfair treatment and claims negative news has caused third-party market makers to freeze funds.
- Hong Kong police have arrested internet celebrity Lam Zuo for allegedly promoting JPEX, which is described as an "unlicensed" rug pull crypto exchange.
- The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) issued a warning about JPEX's activities and urged the public to be cautious.
- Users have reported issues with high withdrawal fees, but JPEX promises to gradually adjust them back to normal levels and has set up a dedicated withdrawal team.
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