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Crypto Pioneer ’Bitcoin Jesus’ Nears Settlement in Major U.S. Tax and Fraud Case: NYT Report
Crypto Pioneer ’Bitcoin Jesus’ Nears Settlement in Major U.S. Tax and Fraud Case: NYT Report
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Roger Ver—the early Bitcoin investor known as 'Bitcoin Jesus'—is reportedly finalizing a settlement with U.S. authorities over tax evasion and fraud charges.
The Resolution
After years of legal battles, Ver appears ready to close this chapter. The New York Times broke the story detailing negotiations between his legal team and federal prosecutors.What's at Stake
The settlement could set precedents for how regulators treat high-profile crypto figures moving forward. Ver built his reputation promoting Bitcoin's libertarian ideals—now he's facing the reality of traditional financial oversight.Because nothing says 'financial revolution' like settling with the IRS—proving even crypto messiahs eventually render unto Caesar.
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