• Dapps:16.23K
  • Blockchains:78
  • Active users:66.47M
  • 30d volume:$303.26B
  • 30d transactions:$879.24M

FBI Uncovers Fraud in the Crypto World — Three Firms Charged

user avatar

by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has conducted an unprecedented investigation, resulting in the charging of three crypto companies and several individuals with fraud and market manipulation.

Investigation Details

The FBI created a new digital token to expose criminal activities within the crypto sector. This led to charges against Gotbit, ZM Quant, and CLS Global, as well as their leaders and employees.

Charges and Arrests

Federal prosecutors in Boston announced four arrests, five guilty pleas, and the seizure of over $25 million in cryptocurrency. Joshua Levy noted that the defendants engaged in sham trades to artificially inflate token trading volumes.

Modern technology combined with old-school fraud has led to new 'pump and dump' schemes.Joshua Levy

Further Actions

The investigation also involved the FBI setting up a company called NexFundAI to monitor token manipulation. The SEC has filed civil suits against the companies involved.

The case continues to unfold with arrests and charges against key figures, highlighting the importance of transparency and compliance in the crypto space.

0

Rewards

chest
chest
chest
chest

More rewards

Discover enhanced rewards on our social media.

chest

Other news

Bitcoin Evangelist Blames Trump Family for October 2025 Crypto Crash

chest

Davinci Jeremie attributes the October 10, 2025, crypto market crash to the financial interests of the Trump family, suggesting their actions influenced the market.

user avatarMiguel Rodriguez

Trump's Economic Policy Remarks and Geopolitical Tensions

chest

Trump discusses economic policies, military operations against Iran, and criticizes NATO.

user avatarLuis Flores

Federal Reserve's Money Printing Sparks Concerns Over Dollar's Future

chest

The Federal Reserve's return to money printing raises concerns about the future of the US dollar as a global reserve currency.

user avatarMaria Gutierrez

Bored Ape Yacht Club Faces Criticism After Otherside Metaverse Launch

chest

The Bored Ape Yacht Club launched its metaverse project, Otherside, facing significant technical issues during the NFT collection release.

user avatarArif Mukhtar

Crypto Industry Divided Over Bitcoin's Exclusion from PARITY Act

chest

The exclusion of Bitcoin from the Digital Asset PARITY Act's tax exemption has sparked significant debate within the crypto industry, highlighting divisions between supporters and advocates.

user avatarDavid Robinson

PARITY Act and Lummis Bill Present Divergent Paths for Crypto Taxation

chest

The PARITY Act and the competing Lummis bill differ significantly in their approach to crypto tax exemptions.

user avatarAndrew Smith

Important disclaimer: The information presented on the Dapp.Expert portal is intended solely for informational purposes and does not constitute an investment recommendation or a guide to action in the field of cryptocurrencies. The Dapp.Expert team is not responsible for any potential losses or missed profits associated with the use of materials published on the site. Before making investment decisions in cryptocurrencies, we recommend consulting a qualified financial advisor.