🔥 Bithumb CEO Under Investigation for Alleged Bribery Linked to Nepotism 🔥 💥 Bithumb's CEO, Lee Jae-won, is currently under investigation by South Korean police over allegations of bribery related to hiring the family members of politician Kim Byung-ki in exchange for political favors. ⭐️ According to the investigation, the son and aide of this politician were hired by Bithumb during the 2024–2025 period, raising suspicions of 'quid pro quo' between the business and the politician, especially concerning competition with Upbit. 🛡 This incident occurs amidst Bithumb facing significant legal pressures in South Korea, including hefty fines for AML/KYC violations and ongoing investigations.