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Alleged $165M Crypto Ponzi Mastermind Deported to Face Charges in the US

Edward Zimbardi, accused of orchestrating a $165 million Ponzi scheme through 'The Crypto Program', has been deported from Fiji to the US. He faces 25 charges, including fraud and money laundering, after allegedly luring thousands of investors with promises of high returns.

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CryptoSlate24 days ago

FBI gets alleged $165 million crypto Ponzi scheme mastermind back after year-long Fiji escape

Prosecutors say The Crypto Program drew more than $165 million with a promised 25% monthly return. The post FBI gets alleged $165 million crypto Ponzi scheme mastermind back after year-long Fiji escape appeared first on CryptoSlate .

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Decrypt25 days ago

Alleged $165M Crypto Ponzi Mastermind Deported From Fiji to US

Edward Zimbardi allegedly lured thousands of investors into "The Crypto Program" with promises of 25% monthly returns before fleeing to Fiji.

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The Blocka month ago

‘The Crypto Program’ promoter deported from Fiji over alleged $165 million Ponzi scheme

Fiji deported Edward Zimbardi to the U.S. to face charges over an alleged $165 million crypto Ponzi scheme involving thousands of investors.

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crypto.newsa month ago

Crypto Ponzi suspect faces 25 charges after deportation

Edward Zimbardi faces 25 U.S. fraud and money laundering charges after Fiji deported him over an alleged $165 million crypto Ponzi scheme.

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Cointelegrapha month ago

Alleged $165M crypto Ponzi mastermind faces US charges after Fiji deportation

Prosecutors allege Edward Zimbardi collected crypto from thousands of investors, lost over $34 million on currency trades and spent at least $10 million personally.

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