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Turkey confirms Hex founder Richard Heart's arrest, says police seized $7.15 million and six ...
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Fusion42 · 17 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Turkey has confirmed the arrest of Hex founder Richard Heart along with the seizure of $7.15 million and six cold wallets by police. Authorities also detained Heart's wife and three bodyguards, conducting searches that uncovered guns, ammunition, watches, and jewellery.
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Your operations in Turkish crypto markets just faced a severe crackdown. You need to rethink risk exposure and compliance immediately to protect your assets and team.
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