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November 17, 2023

Fallen Crypto Heroes: Appeal Of Convicted Terra/Luna Founder Do Kwon In Montenegro Denied!

He is one of the fallen crypto heroes: Do Kwon, co-founder and CEO of Terraform Labs, was arrested in Montenegro in March 2023 amidst charges of orchestrating a multi-billion dollar crypto asset securities fraud. By June, he received a four-month jail sentence from a Basic Court in Podgorica for forging official documents. His appeal was denied by the Montenegro High Court, affirming the "adequate" punishment for his crime.

Law Enforcement

October 13, 2023

Breaking: US Government Considers Establishment Of Correctional Facilities For Crypto Executives!

In a move that has left many in the crypto community both amused and bemused, rumors are swirling around that the US Government is considering the establishment of a specialized correctional facility exclusively for convicted crypto fraudsters. Dubbed the "Crypto Correctional," this facility is rumored to be the brainchild of a few legislators who believe that the traditional prison system is ill-equipped to handle the unique personalities and talents of the crypto elite.

Crypto

October 10, 2023

The Rise, Crisis, Consolidation, And Reboot of the Global FinTech Scene!

The global financial landscape has undergone a seismic shift over the past two decades, with FinTech and cryptocurrencies at the forefront of this transformation. However, with innovation comes challenges, and the FinTech scene has seen its fair share of highs and lows. From the meteoric rise of companies like Wirecard to the subsequent crises faced by crypto giants, the journey has been tumultuous. Here is a summary and a glimpse into the future.

October 4, 2023

Court Times: Trial Against Crypto Entrepreneur Alex Mashinsky Scheduled!

The former CEO of Celsius Network, Alex Mashinsky, is set to face his criminal trial on September 17, 2024, as determined by a New York court. The crypto lender declared bankruptcy in July 2022. While the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reached settlements with Celsius in July, both agencies, along with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), have ongoing cases against Mashinsky.

January 7, 2023

Crypto Court Season: Disgraced Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky Sued For Crypto Fraud!

She did it again! She is famous for going after crypto schemes and their operators. New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a civil lawsuit against Celsius Network founder Alex Mashinsky, alleging that he defrauded investors out of billions of dollars with his crypto lending scheme by hiding its true financial situation. Mashinsky allegedly continued to promote Celsius as a safe alternative to banks and paid up to 17% interest on deposits while already deep in shit!

September 8, 2022

Bankrupt Crypto Lender Celsius Resemled A Ponzi Scheme And May Have Misled Investors!

No surprise here! In a court filing, Vermont's Department of Financial Regulation (DFR) described the bankrupted Celsius Network as a vast Ponzi scheme. Allegedly the crypto lender had used new investor funds to repay existing investors and misled investors about its financial health. Moreover, according to the court filing, the crypto lender may have “engaged in the improper manipulation of the price” of the platform’s CEL tokens to boost it’s balance sheet. The Chapter 11 case easily develop into a cybercrime case.

July 14, 2022

Expected! Crypto Lender Celsius Initiated Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Proceedings!

This move was expected. The collapsed crypto lender Celsius Network announced that it initiated voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings to restructure and stabilize its business "that maximizes value for all stakeholders." To implement the restructuring, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.

Cryptonomics

June 30, 2022

The High-Risk Bet Of Crypto Lending Giant Celsius!

The five-year-old crypto lending giant Celsius Network LLC is one of the highest-profile crypto firms fighting for survival amid the Crypto Winter environment. On 12 June 2022, the company froze all withdrawals. Last week, rival lender BlockFi said it had struck a deal for a $250 million line of credit from a crypto exchange amid concerns by its own depositors. Financial services titan Goldman Sachs is reportedly raising $2 billion to purchase discounted assets from Celsius.

UNODC Report: Technology-Powered Cybercrime on the Rise in Southeast Asia!

The billion-dollar cyberfraud industry in Southeast Asia is booming, fueled by organized crime syndicates exploiting the latest in AI and cryptocurrency. The UNODC report notes that these criminal networks are outpacing government efforts to regulate and combat their operations. Urgent reforms and enforcement are needed to prevent further damage.

How U.S. Law Enforcement Infiltrated The International Crypto Scene!

In an unprecedented move, the FBI infiltrated the crypto world with its own token, NexFundAI, to crack down on market manipulation. This case marks a significant shift in crypto enforcement, signaling that law enforcement is evolving its tactics to keep pace with the complexities of the digital asset space. As more fraudsters are exposed, the crackdown on wash trades and pump-and-dump schemes is just beginning.

Breaking: German Co-Founder of Crypto Fraud Scheme USI Tech On The Run!

USI Tech was one of the first MLM schemes to use cryptocurrencies to defraud its investors. FinTelegram has issued several warnings aginst the scheme. Horst Jicha has now gone fugitive, leaving behind a trail of defrauded investors and evading justice in the $150 million USI Tech fraud case. With Jicha on the run, the case serves as a chilling reminder of the risks in the volatile crypto world.

Binance Chief Financial Crime Compliance Officer Denied Bail in Nigerian Case!

Think twice before starting to work for the world's larger crypto exchange. As Binance’s financial crime compliance officer faces money laundering charges in Nigeria, questions mount over the company’s compliance safeguards and the risks involved in its global operations. The denial of bail for Tigran Gambaryan and the ongoing legal battle could have far-reaching implications for the company’s future.

Fintech

Solaris Bleeds Cash and Jobs: Can This High-Risk Fintech Survive, Let Alone IPO?

Solaris, a German fintech and neobank, has a long history of compliance troubles. Moreover, its ongoing financial losses and regulatory woes doubt its long-term profitability, even as it sheds jobs and restructures for survival. A potential IPO, as rumored by the German platform Gründerszene, seems speculative at best in light of its deep-rooted issues with compliance and financial stability.