Crypto News, Dec. 17: Investors to Buy Football Club?
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Crypto News, Dec. 17: Investors to Buy Football Club?

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Plus — it seems Salvadoran voters aren't all that impressed with the Bitcoin Law, but it hasn't affected Nayib Bukele's approval rating.

Crypto News, Dec. 17: Investors to Buy Football Club?

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