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Bithumb's $43 Billion Bitcoin Airdrop Mistake Prompts Investigations

South Korean regulators have initiated investigations into Bithumb following an accidental transfer of $43 billion worth of Bitcoin to customers. The error led to a significant sell-off, prompting the CEO to announce a compensation plan for affected users.

South Korean regulators have initiated investigations into Bithumb following an accidental transfer of $43 billion worth of Bitcoin to customers. The error led to a significant sell-off, prompting the CEO to announce a compensation plan for affected users.

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