コロラド州の裁判所は、誇大広告燃料のトークンが崩壊した後、投資家ファンドの豪華な誤用が露出した後、数百万ドルの詐欺判決でIndxcoinの創設者を叩きます。
In the wild world of crypto, where fortunes are made and lost in the blink of an eye, a recent case out of Colorado serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved. A judge has delivered a $3.34 million blow to the founders of Indxcoin, a fraudulent token scheme that targeted Christian communities and resulted in the lavish misuse of investor funds.
運命が瞬く間に作られ、失われた暗号の野生の世界では、コロラド州の最近のケースは、関連するリスクの厳しいリマインダーとして機能します。裁判官は、Indxcoinの創設者に334万ドルの打撃を与えました。これは、キリスト教コミュニティを標的にし、投資家ファンドの豪華な誤用をもたらす不正なトークンスキームです。
The Indxcoin Saga: A Crypto Tale Gone Wrong
Indxcoin Saga：暗号の物語が間違っていました
The Colorado Division of Securities announced that Denver District Court Judge Heidi L. Kutcher ruled against Indxcoin LLC and its founders, Eli and Kaitlyn Regalado, for committing securities fraud. The judgment, a hefty $3.34 million, comes after a trial that exposed the couple's deceptive practices and misuse of investor funds. The civil action was initiated in January 2024, with Securities Commissioner Tung Chan filing fraud charges against the Regalados for developing and promoting a worthless digital token.
Misleading Investors: Promises and Prayers
誤解を招く投資家：約束と祈り
Evidence presented at trial revealed a pattern of extensive misrepresentations to potential investors. The Regalados, lacking technical expertise and armed with an auditor’s report that rated their coin at zero out of 10 for security, assured buyers of stability and profit potential. They even launched their own trading venue, the Kingdom Wealth Exchange, which collapsed after a single day of operation. The marketing and creation story for INDXcoin claimed “that ‘God’ told them to create, sell, and sow” the token.
Lavish Spending: Investor Funds as a Personal Piggy Bank
豪華な支出：投資家は個人的な貯金箱として資金を提供します
What truly shocked the public was the revelation that investor money was used to cover personal expenses. Eli Regalado admitted in a viral video that the funds were used for renovations and other personal indulgences. Prosecutors detailed how the Regalados used investor money to fund a lavish lifestyle, including jewelry, luxury ski and yachting trips, designer clothes, dental work, and even a Range Rover. At least $1.3 million of investor funds went into personal expenses. There were no parameters on the amount he or Mrs. Regalado would spend with the investor money,
Legal Aftermath: Civil Judgment and Criminal Indictment
法的余波：民事判決と刑事起訴
Beyond the civil ruling, a Denver grand jury indicted the couple on 40 criminal counts related to the same scheme. Commissioner Chan hailed the outcome as justice for victims and a reassurance for legitimate cryptocurrency projects that regulatory enforcement can safeguard small investors from fraud. The civil enforcement ruling ordered restitution and a 20-year securities ban, the criminal case could carry prison time if they are convicted.
A Word of Caution in the Crypto Wild West
Crypto Wild Westでの注意の言葉
This case serves as a cautionary tale in the often-unregulated world of cryptocurrency. It highlights the importance of due diligence and the need for investors to be wary of schemes that promise guaranteed returns or rely on religious endorsements. As the crypto market continues to evolve, regulatory bodies are stepping up their efforts to protect investors from fraud. The Indxcoin case demonstrates that even in the digital frontier, justice can prevail.
So, what's the takeaway? Always do your homework, and remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. After all, even divine intervention can't guarantee profits in the volatile world of crypto!
それで、持ち帰りは何ですか？常に宿題をしてください、そして、それがあまりにも良いと思われるなら、それはおそらくそうです。結局のところ、神の介入でさえ、暗号の不安定な世界で利益を保証することはできません！
