Google Sues Alleged Crypto Scammers for Defrauding Over 100,000 Play Store Users

• Google sues alleged scammers for uploading fraudulent crypto investment apps to Google Play that defrauded users • Lawsuit alleges defendants made misrepresentations to get apps approved, including about identity and nature of apps
• Apps promised high returns but gains were illusory; users asked to pay fees to withdraw money • Over 100,000 Google users harmed; Google sees lawsuit as deterrent to future bad actors • General counsel says lawsuit is "unique opportunity" to combat crypto fraud and protect users