FCA: 'Get rich quick' crypto investors do not understand the asset

Amid increased scrutiny of the asset class

Mike Sheen
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Investors in cryptoassets like Bitcoin are often looking to "get rich quick", despite knowing little about the asset or doing no research before buying, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) research has suggested.

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