Vietnam protesters say $660m stolen in initial coin offerings

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0412N bitcoin (REUTERS)

Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies are exchanged for digital tokens in initial coin offerings. Large scams involving ICOs have been reported in Vietnam.

HO CHI MINH CITY -- Ho Chi Minh City authorities ordered an investigation on Wednesday into the apparent theft of $660 million through scams linked to cryptocurrency startups.

The probe was a response to protesters who gathered downtown of the Vietnamese city to demand the return of their money.

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