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Hex founder Richard Heart arrested in Istanbul, Turkish media report

CoinDesk·October 15, 2026·1 min read
Hex founder Richard Heart arrested in Istanbul, Turkish media report

Richard Heart, founder of Hex, was arrested in Istanbul, according to Turkish media. Police seized $4 million in cash and 64 luxury watches during a raid on his residence. The arrest adds to legal troubles for the crypto founder, who faces U.S. charges of fraud and securities violations.

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