Blocktrade – Non-transparent ownership structure and questionable IPO prospects

Was Sam Tan being honest in his calls? The crypto platform Blocktrade S.A. long presented itself as a regulated, reputable provider with a European profile and big ambitions for the future. An IPO, allegedly even on the Nasdaq, was promised, and communications emphasised stability and growth. However, recent developments paint a different picture and give […]

Blocktrade owner in liquidation – the treatment of users is shameful and reminiscent of the fake IPO of myWorld

Comment by Ben Ecker Blocktrade advertises with the future, but the present looks bleak. With the resolution to dissolve the company on 22 November 2024, this public limited company is in liquidation. This is the start of a series of articles about events that every Blocktrade user should be aware of. The owner is in […]

‘Silence protects the wrong people – Why victims of pyramid schemes should speak up’

Many people affected by MLM and pyramid schemes are familiar with the same pattern: First, there is great disappointment when the supposedly safe investment turns out to be a pipe dream. There is complaining, and the anger over lost money is palpable. But as soon as it comes to demanding accountability or presenting evidence, many […]

After extensive preliminary review! Trust Your Universe/Universe Trading LLC: Regulatory warnings, rebranding, red flags!

What you can do The Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA) and the German BaFin warned against offers from Universe Trading LLC (“Trust Your Universe”). BaFin stated that the company does not have a license under the German Banking Act (KWG) and is offering financial services in Germany without authorization. Later, rebrandings appeared under “Universe Academy” […]

DAO1 – BaFin warns against unauthorized crypto services

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) issued an official consumer warning about DAO1 and related products from Apertum Holding Limited. The German supervisory authority advises extreme caution and refers to the BaFin company database for authorized providers. BaFin: Federal Financial Supervisory Authority Newsletter — 02/10/2025 Notice dated 02/10/2025Dao1(.)ai: BaFin warns about DAO1 The financial […]

From one scam to the next? – Skainet and CermakFX in focus

Following the collapse of Skainet Systems, a suspected successor has quickly emerged in the form of CermakFX. For investors, the question arises: is this a classic reboot of the same system under a new name? Initial analyses and official warnings paint a clear picture. Skainet Systems: AI promises without substance From 2024 onwards, Skainet Systems […]