Bitcoin Fraudsters Misled Investors and Impersonated Regulators, CFTC Alleges ByNikhilesh DePRO INVESTOR Updated: 06 August 2021 DisclosureWe sometimes use affiliate links in our content, when clicking on those we might receive a commission – at no extra cost to you. By using this website you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. The CFTC has filed charges against two individuals for allegedly impersonating the regulator in an effort to defraud bitcoin investors.