The CEO of an Orlando cryptocurrency firm and former Orange County commission candidate is accused of operating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors of at least $328 million, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday.
Orlando crypto CEO arrested for $328 million Ponzi scheme
The CEO of an Orlando cryptocurrency firm and former Orange County commission candidate is accused of operating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors of at least $328 million, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday.
Last updated: May 16, 2026, 4:54 PM
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