Richard Branson appears to have labelled Bitcoin a 'get-rich-quick scheme'. The 69-year-old British billionaire businessman has seemingly taken aim at cryptocurrency in a newly released series of videos targeting scams. In one clip, an animated Sir Richard explains how difficult it can be to spot a financial con before a swag bag emblazoned with a Bitcoin logo appears in the scene, held aloft by a Branson doppelganger. “There’s nothing risky about me,” assures the cartoon impostor. “These cryptocurrencies are a safe bet – you should invest!” The real Richard Branson steps in, declaring "I never endorse any get-rich-quick schemes" before slashing the bag open. As the contents cascade to the floor, the London-born Virgin boss points down and advises: “ThisThe post Did Richard Branson just call Bitcoin a 'get-rich-quick scheme'? appeared first on Coin Rivet.
