Celsius : $40 million bail for Alex Mashinsky

·14/07/2023
·Laeti Marison (SatoshiBelle)

Find out how Alexander Mashinsky, former CEO of Celsius Network, is granted $40 million bail after his arrest by US authorities. Dive into the multiple lawsuits he faces and follow the developments of his financial fraud trial.

Alexander Mashinsky, former CEO of Celsius Network, has been granted $40 million bail after being arrested by US authorities. This comes as he is now being prosecuted by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) on 7 counts of fraud and price manipulation of the cryptocurrency CEL.

A reprieve for Alexander Mashinsky!

According to a court document, Mashinsky will not be able to travel during the legal proceedings. To secure his release on bail, his wife and another unidentified person have provided security.

This release on bail comes at a time when pressure is mounting on the former Celsius CEO. He is also being pursued by the US regulator FTC, which recently fined Celsius $4.7 billion as part of an out-of-court settlement. Mashinsky refused the settlement and will now face the FTC in federal court.

In addition, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), feared by many in the industry, has also brought charges against Alexander Mashinsky for securities fraud and market manipulation. New York Attorney General Letitia James has also filed fraud charges.

Faced with these multiple lawsuits, the former CEO of Celsius Network faces a lengthy prison sentence if convicted of serious financial fraud. His resignation in September 2022 from his position as CEO and all his mandates within Celsius Network Ltd, with the exception of his position as director, marked the beginning of a tumultuous period for the crypto lending platform, which declared bankruptcy in July 2022 with debts amounting to several billion dollars.

Alexander Mashinsky’s $40 million bail offers a respite while he awaits trial. His lawyers have stated that he vigorously contests the charges against him, and looks forward to defending himself in court against these baseless accusations. The outcome of this high-profile case will have major consequences for the future of the crypto-industry and the regulation that surrounds it.

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Article written by: Laeti Marison (SatoshiBelle)

Laeti Marison, also known as SatoshiBelle, is a multifaceted professional with a passion for community management, content creation, and digital marketing. With a diverse background in various roles, Laeti has consistently demonstrated her expertise and dedication in the field. Recognizing her potential, Laeti then took on the responsibilities of a Project and Community Manager at Magna Numeris and Cartam from November 2018 to March 2021. In this role, she showcased her ability to successfully lead projects and foster strong relationships within the community. Currently, Laeti serves as an SEO content writer, Digital Marketing Manager, and co-founder at Trendingcrypto.news magazine, starting from February 2022 till now. Through her expertise in digital marketing and her passion for the crypto industry, she has contributed to the success of the magazine, ensuring its content remains relevant, engaging, and informative.