US Justice Department reportedly opens criminal investigation into bitcoin price manipulation

The US Justice Department has launched an investigation into traders who are manipulating bitcoin prices.The Bloomberg report states that the probe is focused on "spoofing" – a practice where an investor intentionally manipulates the price of an instrument. Eradicating the flood of fake orders from the market is also on the agenda.With the fall of bitcoin prices, and the volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market, there is a call to crack down on fraudulent activity. For more information, head to this CNBC article.—Cryptocurrency losses? The attorneys at Sallah Astarita & Cox include experienced former SEC staff attorneys, and securities attorneys with decades of experience in securities manipulation cases. For a confidential review of your investments, call 212-509-6544 or email mja@sallahlaw.com.

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