BitRiver founder charged in Russia with $12.5 million fraud
CoinDesk· Olivier Acuna· Jul 30, 2026 · 10:02 AM
Igor Runets has been transferred to a pre-trial detention facility from house arrest as he faces accusations of failing to deliver on a contract.
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