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cryptobearishPublished May 31, 2026, 1:00 PM

SEC Sues Texas Man Over $12.3M Alleged Crypto Scheme Using Fake AI Trading Bots

SEC Sues Texas Man Over $12.3M Alleged Crypto Scheme Using Fake AI Trading Bots
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  • Securities and Exchange Commission sued Texas resident Nathan Fuller, alleging he raised $12.3 million from 150 investors via false claims of AI-powered crypto trading bots promising up to 100% returns, with most funds diverted personally or for Ponzi payments.
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This case warns everyday investors that flashy crypto promises using AI can hide fraud and lead to total loss of money. It may make people more cautious about putting funds into unverified crypto projects overall.

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