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While Onecoin, one of the largest Ponzi schemes in cryptocurrency history, exploded in 2019, legal actions targeting people linked to the operation are still happening.
The Argentine arm of Onecoin, integrated by 12 individuals, was sentenced to up to 9 years in jail after the group confessed to their involvement in the scheme. On Friday the 13th, the 10th Criminal Court of Córdoba handed down sentences to:
The court also ordered them to pay $82,000 in compensation to the plaintiffs. Taylor, who did not chip in to meet the court’s compensation number, received the longest sentence by far, acknowledging having millions and possessing over 12 luxury cars at some time.
Most of the sentenced were arrested in 2020, after the country received a complaint from a victim who gave about $70,000 to the group in 2018. There is still another Onecoin case in the courts involving a web of bank employees who laundered money obtained from the scam and got it out of the country.
Ruja Ignatova, the founder of the Onecoin scam, which received over $4.5 billion in investments, is still at large. Ignatova is listed as one of the FBI’s Top Ten Most Wanted fugitives, but there are conflicting reports about her possible whereabouts.
While initially the FBI stated that she could have traveled to the United Arab Emirates, Bulgaria, Germany, Russia, Greece, and/or Eastern Europe using a German passport, other reports indicate that she could have already died in 2018.
A Bulgarian website called Bureau for Investigative Reporting and Data (Bird.bg) alleges that Ignatova was dismembered and thrown into the Ionian Sea on the order of a drug lord.
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The class-action lawsuit by affected entities targets the parties behind Libra, a token announced to help Argentine producers raise funds. Federal Judge Jennifer Rochon lifted a temporary restraining order (TRO) on funds linked to the token launch proceedings, allowing the controlling parties to move nearly $58 million in USDC that had been frozen.
The move also returns control of 500 million Libra tokens to Hayden Davis, CEO of Kelsier Ventures, who could use them to improve his legal standing in Argentina, where he is also under investigation.
Rochon added that she remained skeptical about the possibility of plaintiffs successfully ending this case.
The recovered Libra tokens might have value for Davis, as analysts estimate that sending them to a wallet in Argentina would show his willingness to collaborate with local authorities. Nonetheless, the real value of Libra is close to zero, even with the recent increase that these tokens experienced due to this decision. According to local sources, over 75,000 people were affected by this launch.
The probe in Argentina is still ongoing, with recent developments indicating that investigations were focused on determining the real identity and whereabouts of Julian Peh, CEO of KIP Protocol, allegedly linked to the launch of Libra.
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The verdict followed five days of deliberations, which began last week when jurors initially reported being deadlocked on at least one count. Prosecutors had urged Judge Katherine Polk Failla to instruct the jury to continue deliberating for a full verdict, Inner City Press reported.
Roman Storm faced three felony counts stemming from his role in creating the cryptocurrency mixing service. Prosecutors alleged Tornado Cash laundered over $1 billion in criminal proceeds, including funds for North Korea’s Lazarus Group
The conviction, reported by Inner City Press, on the unlicensed money transmitting charge represents a partial victory for the government. The deadlock on the money laundering and sanctions conspiracy charges means no verdict was reached on those counts. Sentencing will occur at a later date.
Immediately after the verdict, prosecutors moved to remand Storm to prison, arguing he posed a flight risk due to his Russian citizenship and past statements about asylum options. Assistant U.S. Attorney Arad alleged Storm had “advised people how to cheat the immigration system.” Defense attorney Keri Axel countered that Storm remained on bond secured by his house and had surrendered his passport. Judge Failla took the matter under advisement.
Storm’s defense maintained he was merely a developer of open-source software and lacked control over Tornado Cash after its launch. The case is seen as a landmark test of developer liability for decentralized finance ( DeFi) tools. The outcome sets a precedent but still leaves unresolved questions.
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Traders are challenging a prediction market platform after alleging they were denied payouts tied to bets on Iran’s leadership. Participants filed a $54 million class action lawsuit on March 5 against event-trading platform Kalshi over contracts related to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, centers on a prediction market asking whether Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would be out as Iran’s Supreme Leader by a specified date. Traders participated in what was known as the “Khamenei Market,” which gained traction amid escalating geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran’s leadership. After Khamenei was killed in military strikes, plaintiffs argue the market should have resolved in their favor because his death meant he was no longer serving as Supreme Leader.
With an American naval armada amassed on Iran’s doorstep and military conflict not merely foreseeable but widely anticipated, consumers understood that the most likely — and in many cases the only realistic — mechanism by which an 85-year-old autocratic leader would ‘leave office’ was through his death,” the lawsuit states, adding:
Plaintiffs claim the platform applied a contractual “death carveout” provision to block payouts after Khamenei’s death. The lawsuit alleges this interpretation of the rules prevented traders from receiving winnings tied to the market outcome and characterizes the conduct as deceptive and predatory.
Kalshi co-founder and CEO Tarek Mansour took to social media platform X to defend the company’s handling of the market and clarify its rules. “We stand by principle and law,” he wrote, emphasizing:
Kalshi’s rules prevented a ‘death market’, where traders directly profit from death. This is a good thing (+ we’re a US based market),” Mansour outlined the reasoning behind the clause. The executive also addressed the company’s handling of user funds, stating: “Kalshi made no money here, and even reimbursed all losses out of pocket. Not a single user walked away losing money from this market.”
In additional posts on X this week, Mansour detailed how the platform handled the disputed market and addressed trader complaints. He explained that the rules were never changed and that both the “death carveout” and the settlement method were included in the published guidelines from the outset. Mansour said the contract was settled using the last traded price before the time of death, noting that traders were paid according to that rule even though some expected the market to resolve to “Yes.”
He also stressed that Kalshi does not offer markets that settle directly on a person’s death and designs its rules to avoid direct profit from violent outcomes such as assassination, war, or terrorism. Mansour further stated the company reimbursed all trading fees and covered net losses out of pocket, saying the firm ultimately absorbed a financial loss to make users whole while planning improvements to how exceptions like death carveouts are displayed in future markets.
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A former chief financial officer’s (CFO) attempt to turn his employer’s treasury into a personal cryptocurrency “ yield farm” has ended in a federal prison sentence. Nevin Shetty, the 42-year-old former CFO of Seattle e-commerce unicorn Fabric, was sentenced March 5 to two years in prison for wire fraud after secretly funneling $35 million into a decentralized finance ( DeFi) scheme that collapsed in less than a month
According to a press release by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Shetty helped draft a strict, conservative investment policy for the company’s hundreds of millions in venture capital. However, in early 2022, Shetty launched a side business called HighTower Treasury. Prosecutors say Shetty’s plan was a classic crypto arbitrage.
After moving $35,000,100 of Fabric’s cash into HighTower, Shetty funneled the funds into DeFi lending protocols—specifically the Terra/Luna ecosystem—which at the time offered annual percentage yields of 20% or more. Shetty planned to pay Fabric a modest 6% “safe” return while pocketing the 14% surplus for himself and his partner.
In the first 30 days, the scheme appeared to work, generating roughly $133,000 in personal profit. However, the gamble turned into a nightmare in May 2022 when the TerraUSD (UST) stablecoin de-pegged, triggering a $40 billion wipeout. Within days, the $35 million Fabric treasury held by Shetty had plummeted in value to virtually nothing.
The loss had significant and severe effects on the company,” U.S. District Judge Tana Lin said during the sentencing. “Your actions threw into complete turmoil the lives of those 60 people (who were laid off) … You almost put the company out of business … You were playing with money that wasn’t yours.”
The financial hole left by the failed crypto bet forced Fabric to lay off 60 employees, a point the prosecution emphasized as “irrevocable damage” caused by Shetty’s greed.
Despite the defense’s argument that Shetty was merely making an “unauthorized investment” rather than committing fraud, the jury found that his “web of lies”—including hiding the transfers from the board and other executives—constituted criminal activity.
He chose high-yield DeFi lending protocols that promised 20% returns,” said First Assistant U.S. Attorney Charles Neil Floyd. “His lies did not fool the jury.”
Shetty’s case marks one of the most significant criminal sentencings involving corporate treasury mismanagement and the volatile DeFi sector to date.
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U.S. District Judge Denise L. Cote signed the stipulated order in the Southern District of New York, resolving the Federal Trade Commission’s civil claims against Alex Mashinsky personally. The order carries a $4.72 billion monetary judgment but requires only $10 million in actual payment, an amount Mashinsky can satisfy through his existing criminal forfeiture obligations with the Department of Justice.
Mashinsky is currently serving a 12-year federal prison sentence. He pleaded guilty in December 2024 to commodities fraud and securities fraud, admitting he misled customers about Celsius’s financial health and manipulated the price of CEL, the platform’s native token, while quietly offloading his own holdings.
The FTC first filed its complaint against Celsius and three of its executives in July 2023, charging them with deceptive and unfair practices under the FTC Act. The agency alleged that Mashinsky told customers their deposits were safe, low-risk, and accessible on demand while Celsius funneled those funds into high-risk investments and lending strategies.
Celsius settled its corporate claims with the FTC in August 2023. That settlement imposed a $4.72 billion judgment against the company and permanently banned it from offering crypto deposit, exchange, or withdrawal services. The individual executives, including Mashinsky, were not part of that initial deal.
Mashinsky had initially represented himself after his attorneys withdrew, but the parties reached a stipulated agreement in early 2026. A joint motion to stay the case pending settlement approval was filed in late March, paving the way for the April 28 order.
The permanent ban covers a broad range of activities. Mashinsky is prohibited from advertising, marketing, promoting, offering, or distributing any product or service that allows customers to deposit, exchange, invest, or withdraw assets. The restriction applies to both crypto and traditional finance (TradFi) services.
The full $4.72 billion judgment remains enforceable if Mashinsky fails to accurately disclose his assets or makes material misrepresentations in financial filings. The judgment cannot be discharged in bankruptcy, and compliance requirements, including recordkeeping and reporting obligations, extend up to 18 years.
Celsius Network, which Mashinsky founded in 2017, once held billions in customer assets and marketed itself as safer than a bank. In June 2022, the platform froze customer withdrawals and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in July of that year. The collapse left customers facing losses estimated in the billions, though bankruptcy proceedings have returned some funds.
DOJ prosecutors said the schemes caused billions in customer losses while Mashinsky personally profited tens of millions. The FTC settlement allows the $10 million civil payment to count toward the DOJ criminal forfeiture amount, coordinating relief across both enforcement actions.
The resolution follows similar FTC actions against Blockfi and Genesis, reflecting ongoing federal scrutiny of crypto lending platforms that collapsed during the 2022 market downturn. Mashinsky remains in federal custody. The civil order adds permanent restrictions that would apply to any activities after his eventual releas
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The trade policies of the Trump administration have hurt the standing of the U.S. debt around the world, principally with heavy treasury holders like China that have been directly affected by these measures. According to recent data published by the U.S. Treasury, Chinese holdings of U.S. treasuries fell to a new low since 2009, with the Chinese government reducing its exposure by nearly $1 billion from the number reported in April.
While this might not be seen as a significant drop by some analysts, others claim that it signals a new direction in the Chinese policy towards acquiring American foreign debt, amidst the dangers of retaliation if trade negotiations go south.
In March, China reduced its exposure to the U.S. debt by nearly $19 billion, falling to the third place among the top holders of treasuries behind Japan and the U.K., while it sold $8.2 billion of its American debt stash in April
Despite the continued selling and ongoing trade tensions between the two nations, China still holds $756.3 billion in U.S. securities, which contradicts the theory that the Chinese government is weaponizing these assets.
Nonetheless, the offloading moves echo the recommendations of Chinese analysts about diversifying the exposure from these potentially risky assets to less troubled commodities, including safe havens like gold and other metals.
The U.S. government’s measures have driven debt holders worldwide to adjust their exposures, driving a substitution of international investors for local buyers. While foreign buyers held 57% of the treasury issuance in 2008, this number has fallen to 32%, signaling potential trust issues in the proficiency of the current administration in dealing with the spiraling debt issue.
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At present, three camps have taken shape: those who anticipate a sizable liquidity injection that could lift the U.S. economy and support a prolonged period of expansion. Others hold a bearish view, pointing to structural weaknesses that may overpower even aggressive liquidity efforts, recalling 2008, when capital infusions steadied banks but failed to revive broader consumption, setting the stage for the Great Recession. Then there are those who simply have no idea and are content to watch from the sidelines, popcorn in hand.
The economic expansion camp points to ongoing fiscal and monetary stimulus momentum, reinforced by proactive policy signals under Trump 2.0. The U.S. Federal Reserve has already trimmed rates several times, and Trump has hinted that replacing Fed Chair Jerome Powell with a more dovish successor could pave the way for “ultra-dovish” rate cuts and a hefty infusion of liquidity into the economy. Some argue that this liquidity is being timed to help Republicans lock in midterm victories and mend approval ratings.
Many draw historical comparisons to earlier Trump-era policies, often invoking Reagan’s 1980s deregulation, arguing that similar shifts can extend economic growth if liquidity arrives at the right moment. In a recent episode of Token Narratives, Bitcoin.com’s Graham Stone and David Sencil explored this theme, with the conversation ranging across Venezuela, oil markets, and direct liquidity actions, including when Trump directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to jointly buy up to $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities (MBS) from public markets to lower mortgage rates and improve housing affordability.
I mean, look at the news that came out yesterday or while I was sleeping,” Sencil remarked to Stone. “Trump just went out and posted something like, ‘I’m telling Freddie Mac to buy MBS.’ That’s like straight-up 2020, 2008-style QE, righ—just max liquidity. That’s QE. That’s QE infinity. So if that kind of thing does happen, and that’s being articulated in January, what happens when he gets control of the Fed when Powell steps down?
Then there’s the bear camp. This group contends that while the flow of liquidity injections may be unstoppable, it cannot prevent an eventual downturn. Marc Faber, editor of the Gloom Boom & Doom Report, expects “doom” in 2026, urging investors to exit U.S. equities as uneven asset price inflation persists and the Federal Reserve loses its grip on bond markets, arguing that the era of “exceptional years” of gains has ended, with inflationary pressure and wider economic strain on the horizon.
Many bears argue that mounting consumer strain and rising debt levels will outweigh liquidity effects, while inflated asset prices—particularly across tech and AI—appear increasingly frothy. They also flag political and global spillover risks, noting that sliding approval ratings for Trump and the 2026 midterms could prompt an early “Trump put.” In short, these analysts contend that the era of quantitative easing has largely passed, and even if interventions return, they may arrive too late to change the outcome.
Many are now assigning meaningful odds to a U.S., and even global, recession in 2026. JPMorgan Global Research pegs the probability of a U.S./global downturn that year at 35%, citing persistent inflation and decelerating growth as the primary headwinds. On prediction markets, the odds appear lower, with Polymarket bettors pricing in a 21% chance, as of Jan. 10, 2026, of a U.S. recession by year’s end. That wager has drawn roughly $140,571 in volume.
A separate Kalshi contract places the odds of a recession beginning in the first quarter at 10%. It is fair to say that whether 2026 delivers a liquidity-fueled continuation of growth or a sharp turn lower remains an open question. Policy cues, market pricing, and historical comparisons are pointing in different directions, leaving investors to balance stimulus rhetoric against debt burdens, inflation pressure, and political timing
For now, markets appear guardedly optimistic, pricing in risk without fully committing to either outcome. That push and pull is likely to shape the year ahead. If liquidity arrives early and with conviction, risk assets could respond favorably, lending weight to the expansion narrative. If it arrives late—or falls short—the bear case could take hold, with recession probabilities quickly marked higher. Until clearer signals emerge, the sidelines may end up being the most crowded trade of all.
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Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again cautioned about the worsening global economy, urging people to protect themselves with alternative assets such as bitcoin. His book has been an international best-seller for more than two decades, translated into dozens of languages and read by millions worldwide.
Kiyosaki shared on social media platform X earlier this week: “Europe is toast.” He issued a blunt warning about bonds, writing: “Bonds are not safe: America is now the biggest debtor nation in world history.” The famous author pointed to the collapse of global bond markets, noting U.S. Treasury bonds have dropped 13% since 2020, European bonds are down 24%, and British bonds have plunged 32%. According to him, these declines reveal a growing lack of trust in governments’ ability to repay their mounting debts. He stressed:
Kiyosaki also warned of rising unrest in Europe, saying: “Civil war in Germany is brewing. Japan and China are dumping U.S. bonds and buying gold and silver.” He argued that costly wars, misguided policies, and reckless borrowing are pushing nations toward crisis, leaving individuals vulnerable if they rely only on traditional investments like bonds and fiat currencies.
On Aug. 30, he also shared a separate lesson on X about the financial concept of “talking your book.” Kiyosaki explained that this term refers to people who stop teaching and instead focus on selling. He contrasted his own approach—using his Cashflow game as a teaching tool to raise financial intelligence—with what he described as “sleazy” sales tactics by others in the financial education space. His message was that selling is not inherently bad, but education should come before profit.
For years, Kiyosaki has criticized fiat currencies, repeatedly calling the U.S. the “biggest debtor nation in world history.” The acclaimed author has continued to advocate for and buy more bitcoin. He sees it as a crucial hedge against what he calls a failing global financial system and a devaluing U.S. dollar, often comparing it to gold and silver.
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Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again reiterated his warnings about mounting global financial risks. His book has remained a perennial best seller for more than two decades, translated into dozens of languages and selling millions of copies worldwide, establishing him as one of the most influential voices in personal finance.
Kiyosaki shared on the social media platform X on Nov. 28: “Japan ‘Carry Trade’ ended. Watch out below. Bubble Markets about to deflate.” Reinforcing his long-held investment stance, he stressed:
He concluded with one of his strongest assertions: “Yes, you can get richer while the world gets poorer.”
The renowned author’s warning arrives as analysts report that Japan’s massive yen carry trade—estimated at roughly $20 trillion—is beginning to unwind. For decades, global investors borrowed cheaply in yen to chase higher-yielding assets, inflating valuations across equities, tech stocks, and emerging markets. But with the yen strengthening and Japanese bond yields rising sharply in November 2025, the forced unwinding of these positions has begun. This raises the risk of a global liquidity crunch as investors rush to repay yen-denominated debt, a dynamic that has historically intensified market selloffs, including during the 2008 financial crisis.
The famous author’s recommendation to buy gold, silver, bitcoin, and ethereum reflects his view that traditional markets are entering a dangerous phase. He has consistently promoted these assets as hedges against what he calls the “biggest crash in history.” He describes gold and silver as enduring forms of real money and sees bitcoin and ethereum as scarce, decentralized assets that can preserve wealth as the U.S. dollar and other fiat currencies weaken. He often characterizes major downturns as wealth-transfer events in which holders of hard or digital sound money can fare better, reinforcing his long-term support for both cryptocurrencies.
Still, the famous author remains unwavering. His long-held view of bitcoin as “the people’s money,” his repeated warnings about fiat debasement, and his belief that the U.S. economy is on a deteriorating trajectory all support his latest message: prepare for turmoil and position yourself in the assets he believes will endure the collapse he continues to predict.
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