Do Kwon Denies TerraUSD Collapse Charges in Manhattan Court

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

Today, a hearing in Manhattan saw Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon deny charges related to the TerraUSD collapse.

Charges Against Do Kwon

Do Kwon, the co-founder of Terraform Labs, pleaded not guilty to criminal fraud charges in a Manhattan federal court on Thursday after being extradited from Montenegro. The charges stem from his role in the collapse of the TerraUSD and Luna cryptocurrencies, which erased an estimated $40 billion in market value in 2022.

Prosecutors' Allegations

Federal prosecutors allege that Kwon misled investors about TerraUSD’s stability, claiming in 2021 that its value was maintained by a proprietary algorithm. Prosecutors assert that Kwon secretly used a high-frequency trading firm to artificially sustain the stablecoin’s $1 peg.

Legal Proceedings in the U.S.

The charges follow a turbulent year for Kwon, who fled as the Terra blockchain collapse triggered a wave of bankruptcies. Interpol issued a Red Notice for his capture, and he was arrested in Montenegro in March 2024. Montenegro’s Justice Minister recently approved Kwon’s extradition to the United States. His next court appearance is expected to outline further proceedings.

Kwon’s case remains a central topic in discussions about accountability within the cryptocurrency industry. He faces significant legal challenges in the U.S., while South Korean authorities continue their investigation which could lead to a 40-year prison sentence if convicted.

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