K-pop Star Park Gyuri of Kara Faces More Crypto Accusations as Ex-Lover’s Trial Continues
Main Idea
K-pop star Park Gyuri faces renewed accusations related to her ex-lover's alleged cryptocurrency fraud, with claims she invested in and lost money on Pica Coin.
Key Points
1. Park Gyuri admitted in court to selling her Bitcoin to invest in Pica Coin in 2021, losing 60 million won ($43,566) when it was delisted.
2. Prosecutors summoned Park as a witness in the fraud case against her ex-boyfriend, Song Ja-ho, alleged mastermind of the Pica Coin scheme.
3. Park claimed she was unaware of the crypto operations and never profited, while Pica Coin CEO Seong Hae-joong disputed her statements, alleging she received compensation.
4. Song was arrested in 2023 for fraud and breach of trust, with suspicions of price manipulation of Pica Coin.
5. Park's talent agency declined to comment on the private matter, and the case remains under legal scrutiny.
Description
Park Gyuri, a founding member of the K-pop girl group Kara, is facing fresh crypto allegations, days after telling a court she did not participate in her ex-lover’s alleged altcoin fraud operations. The case revolves around a low-cap art-themed altcoin named Pica Coin and its alleged mastermind Song Ja-ho, Park’s ex-boyfriend. At the time of the launch, Park was reportedly listed as Pica’s Chief Communications Officer and Advisor. Park Gyuri: Crypto Accusations Continue Last week, prosecutors su...
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