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SEC Charges Novatech Founders with Fraud
Tuesday. August 13 at 7:00 AM
1 min. readThe United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially accused Novatech, along with its founders Cynthia and Eddy Petion, and promoters of promoting fraud on August 12, 2024. The SEC alleged that Novatech engaged in a Ponzi scheme, raising over $650 million from more than 200,000 investors globally. The founders claimed to invest these funds in digital assets and foreign exchange markets for their clients, promising immediate profits. However, only a small portion of the funds were used for trading, with the majority going towards compensating earlier investors and promoters. The SEC also stated that the founders misused some funds for personal gain, impacting New York City's Haitian community. The regulatory agency is seeking legal action, including penalties and the return of investor funds. Additionally, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against Novatech, alleging a Ponzi scheme and fraudulent practices.