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  1. 22 May 2025
    Press release

    Joint Investigation with AUSTRAC and Coinbase Wallet Uncovers Fraud by Investments Global

    FINMA.International, in strategic partnership with AUSTRAC (the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre) and Coinbase Wallet, has successfully completed a coordinated investigation into Investments Global, an organisation found to be involved in large-scale investment fraud.



    The investigation revealed that Investments Global systematically misled clients with false promises of high returns, fabricated trading results, and unauthorised asset transfers. Operating across multiple jurisdictions and digital platforms, the entity exploited regulatory gaps to defraud individual and institutional investors.



    As a result of the findings, formal enforcement actions have been issued. Regulatory agencies are actively working to trace and secure assets connected to the scheme. Coinbase Wallet has already frozen several identified wallets, and legal proceedings for restitution are being initiated in applicable jurisdictions.



    Investors affected by the scheme may be eligible for recovery of funds following proper identification and verification processes. FINMA.International is coordinating with relevant authorities to ensure that all legitimate claims are handled with transparency and urgency.



    This case underscores FINMA.International’s continued commitment to cross-border regulatory collaboration and investor protection in the digital finance landscape.

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  1. 19 May 2025
    Press release

    Important Warning: Phishing Emails Using Fake FINMA Addresses

    We are alerting our community to ongoing phishing campaigns using email addresses that falsely claim to be associated with FINMA International or FINMA Switzerland.


    Legitimate communications from FINMA will always come from official domains, such as:


    - @finma.international
    - @finma.ch
    - (and other verified subdomains when appropriate)


    Any messages from unofficial or suspicious domains — such as @finma-security.com, @finma-verify.net, or others not recognised by our organisation — should be treated as potentially fraudulent.



    Important: While FINMA may request identification documents during regulatory or compliance procedures, such requests will only come through secure and verifiable channels from authorised addresses.



    How to Protect Yourself:
    - Do not respond to unexpected or suspicious emails.
    - Do not click links or download attachments unless you have verified the sender.
    - Report any phishing attempts to: lisa.robson@finma.international



    We take your privacy and security seriously. Please stay vigilant and help us protect the integrity of financial communications.


    Sincerely,
    FINMA International Security Team
    www.finma.international


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  1. 10 May 2025
    Press release

    Fraud Alert: Fake “Tesla x AI Trading” Platforms Targeting Online Investors

    Online users are being targeted by a wave of fraudulent platforms falsely promoting “Tesla x AI Trading” systems.
    These scams claim to use artificial intelligence backed by Tesla or Elon Musk to generate guaranteed investment returns.

    In reality, these platforms are operated by unknown third parties with no affiliation to Tesla.
    They often use fake video interviews, AI-generated images, and manipulated media to appear credible.

    Users are lured into depositing money into so-called trading accounts, only to find their funds lost or locked, with no ability to withdraw.

    Tesla has not endorsed any public trading platform, AI investment service, or cryptocurrency scheme.
    Any claim suggesting otherwise is false and likely part of a scam.

    Common red flags include:
    - Unrealistic promises of guaranteed profits
    - Claims of Tesla or Elon Musk support
    - Urgent language like “limited access” or “act now”
    - Poorly written websites or fake news articles

    What you should do:
    - Do not invest in platforms claiming a Tesla partnership without official confirmation
    - Do not share personal or banking information with unknown trading services
    - Report scam sites and suspicious offers to your national cybersecurity agency

    Stay informed and cautious.
    If an investment sounds too good to be true — it usually is.

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