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German cryptocurrency firm USI Technologies founder charged with $150 million fraud

By Crypto FlexsJanuary 20, 20242 Mins Read
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Horst Jicha, the German founder of USI Tech, a cryptocurrency mining and digital asset trading platform, faces serious legal penalties in the United States. According to the DOJ’s official website, federal prosecutors in New York charged Jicha with orchestrating a scheme to defraud investors of approximately $150 million. This case highlights the ongoing risks and regulatory scrutiny in the cryptocurrency sector.

Jicha, 64, was charged with several crimes, including securities fraud, money laundering and wire fraud. He was arrested on December 23, 2023, while trying to vacation in Miami. The arrest marks a significant development in a saga that has been unfolding for years.

In 2017, Jicha claimed that USI Tech was the world’s first automated Bitcoin trading platform that aims to make cryptocurrency investments more accessible to retail investors. He aggressively marketed the platform in the United States, especially in New York and Las Vegas. But when authorities began investigating in March 2018, Jicha suddenly shut down the USI online platform. This action resulted in the withdrawal of approximately $150 million worth of cryptocurrency assets owned by investors, which still have not been withdrawn.

The FBI’s involvement highlights the seriousness of the allegations. James Smith, head of the FBI’s New York office, said the platform was just a facade and accused Zicha of fleeing the country with millions of investors’ money.

The Jicha case, US v Jicha, 23-CR-342, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (Brooklyn), is a stark reminder of the potential risks associated with unregulated investment platforms, especially in volatile cryptocurrency markets. . The incident also highlights the growing efforts of U.S. authorities to crack down on fraudulent activity in the cryptocurrency space.

Jicha pleaded not guilty to the charges and was released on $5 million bail. His attorneys, Marissel Descalzo and David Tarras, have expressed their intention to vigorously defend Jicha and work to uncover his involvement with USI Tech. They aim to distinguish between Jicha’s behavior and that of actual ‘bad actors’.

These developments in the world of cryptocurrency are an important reminder for investors to exercise caution and conduct thorough research before investing in digital assets. It also highlights the need for an improved regulatory framework to protect investors and maintain the integrity of cryptocurrency markets.

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