Urgent: Fraud Business Practices Webtmize/Indeed/LinkedIn To whom this may concern, I am officially reporting a request for the removal of Webtmize. I was contacted by a representative of this falsified company through various third party websites such as Indeed and LinkedIN. I would also like to report those Job sites as well for allowing this privacy data hacking method. Through discourse through my mobile number, illegally found through Indeed, I noticed Kelly was able to reach out to Anna in regards to this unfortunate and unsafe opportunity. Anna, the recruiter of Webtmize, stated “The company I work for is called Webtmize. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Its main responsibility is to help major companies around the world expose their products and gain more traffic. Simply put, this job relies on us to improve the ranking of certain product by providing real data, so that more people can see, pay attention to, and buy it, thereby increasing overall sales. Do you have worked online before?” Although I was able to notice the discrepancies in the incorrect wording of the text messages, I therefore asked important questions along the way. I was promised a start up salary of $100-$150. That was not promised, however, it was all a part of the fallacy of the long sequence of events that followed my first salary period of the five consecutive work days. I am officially requesting to sue for $100,000 from Webtimize for the five consecutive days I worked without pay as promised as well as for the fees applied to my account with this company. The fees were noted as Lucky Orders, where the members of Webtmize would be charged twice the amount known as “Lucky Orders”. This penalty is known as double ticketing. Through the different workbench sections we were given a list of different items to go through and once the item was accounted for twice this was truly an incurred fee of twice the funds marketed as a business opportunity for the whole pyramid scheme. Once the fee from the double ticketing was paid, then the users were able to continue the pyramid scheme of multilevel marketing that used specific means to obtain money. In my training session alone, I was only given a start up credit of $50, instead of the promised $150 for the start up credit which was falsified as a start up salary that could be utilized separate from the money grabbing system. I was not certain of this new optimization marketed company so I was not fully aware of the tools of scams that were being utilized under my name and information. This is why, I, Ebony Springs, would like to sue for additional $500 for the amount of discrepancies and lies specifically targeted to me and others internationally who participate in this nonsense. I would also like to include the bait and switch technique because I am not certain if the listed products were truly the listed products, so I would not like to falsely advertise the selling price incorrectly from wherever these products were listed. I was not even informed of which third party applications and software that the items would be displayed on for future customers. I am not even sure if the products were truly available and I do not trust that these items were not swapped out for more expensive products since I am not in charge of the number of stocks in the inventory. However, I do know that through each level reached on Webtmize the amount per item would increase and the level or VIP level would increase. Thus making a multilevel marketing scheme. Furthermore, drip pricing was used on my 5th day of my supposed salary which was promised at $999 USD for every five consecutive days worked. I was given a salary of $999 USD but it was deposited onto the platform. However, since this was added to the balance amount, it was not separated from the salary that was deposited. I was told that since the balance is listed as $999 USD as well as the balance of the orders which was $600 I had a total balance of over $3000 in just five days. However, since this balance jumped from $500 which was considered level or VIP 4, to over $3000, I received much higher probate from a much higher level of level or VIP 7. This is not a fair business practice and it is simply meant to charge a higher fee before the salary is truly paid. For example, I received two lucky orders or fees before my first five days. This is how I was set up and paid out of pocket before the first pay was even permitted. I reached level 4 way too quickly to even be able to make a true profit. This was extremely deceitful as well as defamatory since I was invited to a group chat where other members were able to communicate intended for helping which was really intimidating and aggressive in nature. I am being charged a fee of $1,370.79 which is marketed as the fee that I need to continue with the multilevel marketing scheme to even continue to get my “profits”. However, I am not certain, nor do I trust that I will not receive another accrued fee as I was told to be randomly selected. I was able to receive a credit on my account from the initial start up so I am certain someone has the manual ability to truly pay the lucky order or fee that permits me to truly continue therefore this is simply a money grab machine that will be certain to fail. It is simply a wheel of fortune, that is gambling and should be illegal due to the amount of financial devastation someone may incur after being advertised as lucky!My recruiter “Anna” once told me that the highest lucky order was about $2000 and she was able to ask friends to borrow money. She told me that she was in fact thankful for her lucky orders because more money and more opportunities would be applied once the balance was replenished or really after the random fee applied would be paid out of pocket. I would also like to sue Indeed and LinkedIn for the advertisement of false job opportunities which are truly scams. I cannot have my bank account at risk due to false job opportunities presenting themselves and reaching out to me. Furthermore, I also went to other false jobs from Indeed where I went to physical locations and were greeted with MLM agendas that not only put my safety at risk, but wear and tear against my vehicle and a long list of other misfortunes. Therefore, I am suing Indeed for another $100,000. This has been going on for over a year and it needs to be stopped. More safety measures need to be applied on these websites so no one is hurt mentally, physically or psychologically. Furthermore, this has been extremely hard on my mental health because I have been applying for jobs on these two sites for years and I have been suffering financially as well as mentally because I am diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Although, I receive much discrimination, I am extremely smart and my mental health does not correlate with me being able to not discern when my money is being compromised. I will also be reporting to any local authorities in my local communities as well for the lack of consideration as I have been applying for jobs for the year of 2025 alone and it has been too stressful on my mental health as I am a hardworking college student simply trying to feed my family. I would not wish this type of harassment, discrimination and financial destitution on anyone and I would like to prevent this from happening to anyone in the near future. With the lack of protection from Indeed and Indeed I would like to sue for the summary of $1,000,000 each. This is for the years of stress and manipulation of these jobs listed. I do not know if I am being doxed, but someone needs to account for the amount of time and money I have lost as well as my mental health decline which would include my medical bills that have been affected by a lack of financial support. Again, I will contact whoever it may concern in regards to the condescending treatment I have been receiving from the job sites and I would hate for HIPPA to be involved due to the prying of my disability status to conclude my chances of being hired based on demographics as well as race of whatever is keeping me from finding a basic and real job whether online or in person within reasonable distance. This has been extremely difficult and I would like to get to the bottom of this matter as soon as possible.

I was contacted about a remote job as a hotel data analyst and later introduced to a trading/investment platform. The dashboard showed fake balances and earnings, and I was pressured to deposit more money after false profits and a negative account balance appeared. They initially promised no further payments would be needed, but continued to ask for more. I never received legitimate payment and the entire setup appears to be part of a broader Ponzi scheme. The communication was unprofessional, and the platform frequently changed domain names.

I am writing to report a fraudulent operation conducted under the name LSSC (Lightning Shared Scooter Company). This organization falsely advertises itself as an electric scooter-sharing investment platform, claiming that users can earn daily profits by “activating” scooters through their mobile app. I joined LSSC on July 7, 2025, after a friend introduced me to the platform and encouraged me to invest. I was persuaded by numerous promotional videos and testimonials shared on platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and the company’s website. These materials created the impression that LSSC was a legitimate and profitable business. However, I have come to realize that: There are no actual scooters or real operations behind the company. The business has no transparency, and its legitimacy cannot be verified. The model relies entirely on recruiting new members, which aligns with the structure of a pyramid scheme. I now understand that I was misled, and I want no further association with this deceptive operation. It is heartbreaking to know that individuals are being manipulated into handing over their hard-earned money while those responsible continue their activities without consequence. Please let me know if I can provide any further information to assist with your investigation. I would also appreciate any guidance on the steps I can take to recover the funds I have lost.

Lssc an investment company and Ponzi scheme. Lures you by saying you Will invest in scooters to Make more money. And wants you to bring more people to do the same

It is a Ponzi scheme where they ask you to setup a profile for $1,000 and then other users will “buy” your package for $100 a month or something similar. They run illegal poker games where the tables are crooked. They illicit online transactions for illegal gambling and do not pay you when you “win” a lottery. The numbers are growing and group think is taking over but this is not a business. The owner of this shell corporation lives in Canada and scams people on twitter. Do not use this site or interact with these people.

The website of hunnystack.com seems to be a high-yield investment or a pyramid scheme on the surface. Referal links, 100$ signup bonus, and conflicting responses on the website.

CloudCWC.com also known as Cloudboost Technology Advertising Co. Ltd is a scam. A recently created domain name. Domain Information from: https://lookup.icann.org/en/lookup Name: CLOUDCWC.COM Created: 2025-05-27 Low quality website. Two scams in one. Task scam and Pyramid Scheme. The website says to buy a "membership" in order to get access to tasks on different platforms like youtube, facebook, instagram, and X/twitter. An example of what the person trying to recruit others will say "Pay a one time fee of $3000 and watch 20 videos a day to get $95 a day". Yet on the website it shows the "membership" lasts only 365 days. The website cloudcwc.com won't be up that long, they will create another website once people realize the scam. For the task scam, the $95 is your own money being "paid" back to you, while you work for free, slave labor. If an influencer is paying CloudBoost for views and likes, then they are using slave labor while CloudBoost is collecting the money. The website only allow payments or withdraws in cryptocurrency so it is harder to trace or get your money back. A pyramid scheme is a fraudulent system where individuals pay to join, with the promise of making money by recruiting new members, rather than through the sale of products or services. These schemes are unsustainable because they rely on an ever-increasing number of new participants to pay the earlier members, eventually leading to collapse where most people lose their money. CloudBoost says to recruit others for a percentage of their funds, if you don't recruit you will lose access to your account. https://www.reddit.com/r/Scams/comments/1lrpipk/my_relatives_are_involved_in_a_task_scam_but_its/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Scams/comments/1j7nbag/legitimate_task_job_or_task_scam/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Scams/comments/1jyptz4/us_how_do_i_convince_my_mom_shes_in_a_task_scam/ This is definitely a scam. They'll give a little to start you off with promises of additional bonuses. They will get you to a certain level then make it where you have to continue to pay money in order to get to this pay that is at the end of the "set of data". It'll seem possible but it will only get more expensive as you try to push on. They will put you in groups on what's app where the people seems to be normally and working well within the app/website. They will assign a coach and seemingly another recent hire to coax you along. They work in bitcoin so it cant be traced. I was in couldboost for around 5 months. From the beginning it always felt a little good to be true which is why I didn't recruit people. I wanted to see how the company would play out in a year for me to actually bring people. When I first join in my manager luisa said that you can get bonuses for recruiting people and every two weeks she would try to encourage to bring new people. I just said I was looking into it but never really did. I tried to played it safe by getting the lowest tier you could and just use the earnings to pay the deposit for the next tier. Once I got to cb3 which earns you like 1500, my manager kicked me out of the telegram group and said that she'll put me back once I showed that I was being serious in cloudboost meaning bringing more people. It was at that point where I knew it was a red flag and eventually just quit. I did make some profit and they did give me my deposit back but I had to annoyed them to do some. I think cloudboost is kind of like a ponzi scheme where it gets most of its income by bringing new people. Otherwise they wouldn't be so insistent in bringing more people. However they won't show their true colors unless some months have passed and you still haven't recruit anyone. https://www.tiktok.com/@freeboy0682/video/7514844486699158814 https://www.tiktok.com/@thefinemama/video/7529970685943287053

This looks a classic pyramid scheme. To begin, the "marketing" company or companies in question are ??Step Up (current one), B & C Enterprise, Next Level 30 and The Winner's Code.?? Two are located at the same address,??50 Harrison St, Suite 114, Hoboken, New Jersey, 07030?? and the other two are also in Hoboken probably at that address too. There's crossover staff, if not the exact same staff judging by their pics on Google maps and social media. I had applied to their entry level position through Indeed, which was advertised as being located in Fairview. Also noteworthy, was the advertised pay of $675-$750/week. Two inconsistencies as I'll explain in more detail. A day or two after applying, I was scheduled for a zoom interview on July 21, 2023 through Nina to meet the "manager," Alex Miranda. We spent 10 mins of him mostly getting to know me outside of my work experience, with minimal inquiry about my work history/experience. Less than an hour later, I got a call back from Nina to schedule a second zoom interview on July 24, 2023. Second interview with Alex Miranda was just a 1 hour PowerPoint presentation with slide after slide explaining the structure, who they've worked with, etc. It didn't click right away, but what he showed/described to me resembled pyramid schemes presented to me in the past. The were tiers or levels that you would go up based on how many "donations" one procures over time.The pay he was explaining to me was also different from the one advertised on Indeed. Something else he said towards the end of it really left a bad impression. When we talked about ourselves during our first interview, he'd mentioned that he was originally from Brooklyn. I remember this clearly, cause someone very close to me is also from BK and I had mentioned that and the specific part of BK where they're from. I also brought up during the first interview, that my family is originally from the city too, but the Bronx. Now, towards the end of the 2nd interview he had said in passing that he grew up in the Bronx & Queens, like a throw-away comment when he was wrapping up the presentation. I made a mental note of that, kept a poker face & played along during the rest of the zoom meeting. The same day I got a call only a few hours after the 2nd meeting. It's Nina and she tells me that they want to offer me the position. I tell her politely that's great, but that I have other interviews the same week, & I ask her if it would be ok if I got back to her by the weekend after I've interviewed with the other jobs. She says that they might not wait for my answer & that the position might not be available anymore by that time. She then asks what's preventing me from accepting right now, & I reiterate politely that I have other interviews that week & I prefer to weigh my choices & make an educated decision. She replied to get back to them within 24 hours, again ignoring what I'd just stated & putting pressure to rush to a decision. So after all this, I started sifting through the internet to find out as much info as I could about B & C Enterprise. Among the info I uncovered: * Three marketing/consulting companies (B&C, Next Level 30, Winner's Code) two at the exact same address, all 3 in Hoboken. * Suspicious positive google reviews such as the one left by Hélio Militz Jr, who seems to be family of the "CEO", Bruno Militz. * Some negative Google reviews, including one where a person complains of not getting compensated for the days they worked. * Reddit thread of others posting similar negative experiences/findings. * Comments being limited/restricted on their Instagram accounts for their 3 companies and even some individuals like Milos Popovic, Bruno Militz, etc. * False Advertising on Indeed regarding job location, pay. Fast forward to today, July 18th 2025, I had an online interview with their current alias "Step Up" after applying through Indeed again. Again, the contradicting location; on Indeed it said Hoboken, when I spoke to the interviewer, it's in Jersey City. I was in the waiting room before the interview, the was a video introduction featuring Bruno Militz. I asked the interviewer, Jasmine, if this company had any other name before, mentioning B&C amd Next Level after telling her I recognized Bruno. She denied it and sensing my suspicion, she said that Bruno was "leaving the company soon." I retorted that I'm no longer interested. They're still out there, and will likely change their name again if they're not stopped, so people should be cautious about entering intonany kind of business with these people.

An email came through saying they found my information on a job board. I've gotten the same email from other "companies". I am not on a job board

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It's a ponzi scheme to have new investors pay the top employees to keep the business going leaving the new investors broke and money stolen

My daughter, 18, was referred to “Primerica” by a friend who said the company was offering financial internships. A man named Edward interviewed her virtually and stressed that she could make $1,000 a week but did not provide specifics. He was flattering and said she was hired based on her personality, which was way more important than her experience (none). He said she would move on to the next level. In a subsequent remote interview, another man again did not specify her job requirements but asked her to send $100 for certification and background check. My daughter is 18 and yes, naive. She bank transferred the amount. He then told her to refer 2 friends for this amazing internship. She stopped and suspected this is a pyramid scheme of some sort. It seems Edward and Co are targeting teenagers. Please put a stop to this. Thank you

My female family member has gotten really into this Freedom Equity Group business. It was explained to me as life insurance/annuities sales. When I asked what the process to join as an employee, she said "all you have to pay a monthly fee of 200$, study about policies for a month, and get free money from people who join the company under me". I asked where the money shes being paid comes from, and she says "from the people who join". I then asked how those people get paid, and she said that its from the people that they get to join. I tell her that it sounds an awful lot like a pyramid scheme and she adamantly denies that it is, and retorts with promises of easy money and trying to scare me with "what if an accident happens and you have no money to pay for it". Overhearing her Zoom™ meetings, there's an emphasis on selling more policies to "help those in need, like what Christ would do". The more I hear about Freedom Equity Group's practices, it sounds exactly like a pyramid scheme or an MLM, with added religious guilt.

Premium Roofing Systems - TLDR: Fake position and pay offered, predatory manipulation tactics used, no proof of job completion, google reviews are fake(explained where ***** is found below), Ponzi Scheme. Roofing Sales Position offer listed on indeed, had an over the phone interview then another in person a few days later, signed a contract including sales commission rates and monthly sales requirements. Training program lasts 5 days using phycological conditioning using a 22pg script under the guise that the learnt script is used to sell products to home owners but failed to offer any product training or resources. On day 5 they offer their bait and switch position with new contract to do the grunt work of door knocking to generate leads for the other sales reps in office rather than complete a sale yourself at a 3x accelerated rate than what was in the original signed contract. Then was told the original position was no longer available despite having no other sales reps during their busiest season. There are 4 base office members only two of witch are featured on the website, the owner and sales rep. mngr. Mind you, this new contract explicitly gives an hourly rate however the company is subject to deduct pay at will dependent upon performance and invalidates the previous contract signed at initial hire with the promise of commission. The new contract does state there are commission "opportunities" based on higher than agreed upon lead generation. Two supposed very happy and very excited home owners entered the office to boast about their roof completion in the last month and how very pleased they are to be featured in this months magazine but the same photo was in-fact featured in earlier renditions of the same company add. ***** Sales rep. mngr. divulged they keep their google rating by offering a lower price than initially pitched only if the company received a 5*star google review and/or FB review before completion of the job. This is by no means a legitimate business, this is a Ponzi Scheme.

https://www.strengthnvitality.com is running a fake job on Indeed.com and other job listing sites. When you apply for their Business Development Representative position on Indeed they send you a message to go finish applying on their website. When you go on their website they just take your name, number, and email. They call you within 10 minutes to tell you that in order to work for them you must "buy and believe" in their products for you to call other people to sign them up. It's 100% a pyramid scheme.

This is my experience with LSSC an obvious Ponzi scheme. Initially someone approached my husband who is always ready to make a quick buck. He put his daughter & son in it and he has probably invested $7000. Approximately a week ago he signed me up & didn’t tell me one thing what to do. LSSC has engaged in promotional activities to create a false perception of legitimacy, in order to entice unsuspecting members of the public into investing monies, with the promise of implausibly high guaranteed returns within a short timeframe. It is so obvious that it’s a Ponzi scheme & one couple put their entire savings in this scam. They have two websites you have to visit to do their “training” which was a complete joke and the Professor” was the worst orator I’ve ever heard. Unfortunately some people believe that u can get rich with easy money that doesn’t exist. I will be glad to talk to anyone on phone or through e-mail but I don’t want my name released. I have only been in it for 2 weeks but I was paralegal for 45 years and I saw red flags everywhere. Can u please put them out of business before my husband and other folks don’t lose their life’s savings. The sooner the better before my husband uses our savinga Thank you very much

This is a disgusting pyramid scheme to post post its everywhere selling post its with no information about what’s being sold and you get $30 for every post it that signs up

Complaint Regarding Selead Technology – Fraudulent Business Practices, Deceptive Recruitment, and Harassment I am writing to formally raise concerns about a company operating under the name Selead Technology, which I believe engages in highly questionable business practices, potential fraud, harassment, and operates under suspicious licensing. I was initially contacted through WhatsApp and Telegram by an individual offering what was described as a remote, part-time job that required only 20–30 minutes of work per day, with the promise of earning $50–$150 or more daily. The contact identified himself as a regional manager named Leon Wilder. He claimed that Selead Technology worked with online influencers and bloggers to increase their reach and visibility through social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook. I was offered a "free trial" where I could test out the tasks—mainly liking and subscribing to videos—and receive payment in cryptocurrency. The job appeared simple, and the company presented itself as a legitimate marketing and promotional service. However, shortly thereafter, I was informed that to access more tasks and higher payouts, I would need to upgrade my membership through a tiered system called VIP1 through VIP9. Each VIP level required a significant upfront deposit. For example: VIP1 required $170 for 5 daily tasks at $0.90 per task, resulting in about $135/month. VIP5 required $6,000 for 30 daily tasks at $4.72 per task, totaling $4,248/month. VIP9 demanded a staggering $100,000 for 160 tasks/day, supposedly generating over $860,000/year. They also aggressively pushed a referral program, urging me to recruit others to earn commissions and rise in rank within the system. Incentives were offered for bringing in high-paying members. I made it clear that I was interested only in working, not recruiting or paying to promote others. However, I was told these deposits were mandatory and would be fully refunded at the end of the 365-day "contract period." Initially, I started at VIP1 but was later pressured into upgrading. I eventually invested in VIP3 for $1,500, which provided 20 tasks a day. There were mandatory meetings on Telegram (later moved to Bonchat) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, where they discussed vague "company goals," deceptive recruitment tactics, and strict behavioral expectations. Over the course of six months, I was demoted, harassed, and mocked for not referring new members. My performance was criticized based not on task completion, but on my unwillingness to recruit others. Toward the end, my account was suspended—despite having paid for a full 365-day membership. I was told I was "terminated" but would receive my refund after the full year—despite being cut off after only 30 days at VIP3. I have since requested an early refund, which has yet to be honored. Based on my experience, I believe Selead Technology may be operating a multi-level marketing scheme (MLM) or potentially a pyramid scheme. I also have doubts regarding the legitimacy of their business licenses, and I urge authorities to investigate. Their business model appears designed to extract increasing amounts of money from users under the guise of a job, while tying compensation to recruitment rather than actual work performed. The experience has been exploitative, deceptive, and deeply concerning. I am filing this complaint in hopes that others will be cautioned and that appropriate regulatory bodies will investigate their operations.

They were persisting that they were Verizon and they told me I would be working a customer service role. However after talking to somebody in the first interview it sounded like a pyramid scheme. And after looking over the texts again I noted that they spelled Verizon "Veri zon".

This company is posting fake job listings, bringing candidates in on zoom to interview for the fake job. Recruiting candidates to do commission based work for over 12 hours a day with no benefits with a small base pay. They are not truthful about what larger company really owns this one. They kept referring to other offices within the company, then when asked further say it’s just a “client network.” I can not find a business filing number for them under their name and according to BBB was created on the 13th of May This is a multi-level marketing pyramid scheme disguised as a real “marketing consulting” company. Coercive, deceptive, continually posting fake job listings and defrauding candidates searching for jobs online.

Unrealistic Returns: The company promises daily or monthly returns as high as 30%, which is highly implausible in legitimate energy investments. Such high returns are a classic hallmark of Ponzi schemes. False Regulatory Claims: Del Mar Energy Inc. claims to be regulated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and audited by reputable firms like Deloitte and EY. However, investigations have revealed that these claims are false, and the associated SEC filings belong to a different, likely inactive, company with a similar name . Virtual Office Address: The company's listed address in Dallas, Texas, is a virtual office, not a physical location for a major international energy company . Fake Reviews and Press Releases: The company has been linked to fake reviews and press releases on various websites, all pointing to the new URL, and has been reported as a scam on platforms like Reddit . Reddit BBB Warning: The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning that the business name is being used by scammers for an investment scam. Any consumers who receive a call to invest into this business should report it to BBB Scam Tracker .

It’s a casting scam. I didn’t buy into it but they target vulnerable people and wait to bring up the price after getting everyone excited about a chance at fame. It was misleading. I was lead to believe it was an audition for a commercial. They are preying on desperate people with big dreams. I believe they call anyone back who looks like they can afford their packages or seem desperate enough. I find this unethical and it has to be some brand of pyramid scheme. Very fishy. The Adrian R’Mante guy has a suspicious past too. Honestly, I have so much to say, I cannot say it here. But that experience was strange and I have a horrible gut feeling about it. There needs to be further investigation into Adrian, CGTV, TCE, and ACA.

I invested in LSSC after seeing their claims about earning passive income through electric scooter rentals. Everything looked legit at first, but it's a complete scam. There are no real scooters, no business transparency, and no way to withdraw your money once it's in. They keep changing their website, delay payouts, and push you to recruit others – classic pyramid scheme tactics. I’ve received zero support, and any attempt to get information is ignored. Do not trust this platform. I’ve lost money and peace of mind. Report and avoid!

The advertise that you will receive a program that will make you money in 7/day. The also advertise that they will give you this program for free because they wish everyone to have financial independence. They fail to disclose that they will then give you a program that has way more than 7 minutes worth of videos before you can even begin to build a website. They also fail to disclose that the websites you build will only advertise the same program you just purchased! (much like a pyramid) Ultimately you are forced to call a number in which you reach a team of pushy salesmen who take all your information and try to charge you thousans of dollars and when you have the money or qualify for a loan they inform you that what you purchased was a self taught program much like a puzzle that you are on your own to assemble. I was repremanded like a child by the manager when I said it seemed like a pyramid thing and then when I tried to get my refund my emails were rejected because I had canceled my subscription!

LSSC presents itself as a Hong Kong-based electric scooter company with a profit-sharing model, claiming users can earn daily passive income by “renting” scooters via their app. However, the entire operation appears to be a scam with no evidence of actual scooter rentals or a real business infrastructure. Users are encouraged to invest thousands of dollars (in my dad’s case, $5,000) and promised daily returns. These returns are only accessible if they continue investing or recruiting others — a hallmark of a Ponzi scheme. The app is not available on official app stores, the company has no verifiable contact information, and its website and domain keep changing (recently from [lssc.vip] to [lsscc.cc]). There are no physical scooters, no customer service, and no legitimate financial transparency. When concerns are raised, participants are gaslighted and told to “trust the process.” The app interface is poorly built, uses stock images, and mimics the structure of previously exposed crypto-based scams. This is not a real business. It is an elaborate recruitment-based investment scam designed to look like a passive income opportunity. I’m reporting this to help prevent others from falling victim — especially older individuals or those unfamiliar with digital investment scams.

Poses as investment opportunity for a shared E scooter company:  Description of the Scam: Lightning Shared Scooter Co., Ltd. (LSSC) presents itself as a legitimate scooter rental management platform where users can supposedly earn passive income by “renting” electric scooters via a mobile app. However, there are several red flags and deceptive practices that suggest LSSC is operating as a Ponzi-style scam rather than a real transportation business. The platform requires users to invest funds under the guise of “purchasing scooters” that are then supposedly rented out, generating daily returns. In reality, there is no proof that any scooters are being deployed or used in public locations. The “earnings” users receive appear to be paid from the deposits of newer users rather than actual business revenue. Key warning signs: • No App Store Listing: The platform does not exist on the Apple App Store or Google Play, which is unusual for a global scooter rental business. Users are asked to download the app from a website, similar to the behavior of a known scam called CBEX. • Changing Domains: LSSC has changed its website domain multiple times within a short span, which is a tactic often used by scams to avoid detection or blacklisting. • Emphasis on Recruitment: Users are pressured to invite others in exchange for bonuses. This behavior prioritizes recruitment over actual scooter-related operations, resembling pyramid scheme models. • Lack of Transparency: There is no clear information about the company’s CEO, team, or verifiable address. Legal documents are vague, and no terms of service or privacy policy is publicly accessible. • False Licensing Claims: LSSC claims to be registered in Hong Kong and to hold a U.S. MSB license, but no verifiable documentation has been provided. These claims may be fabricated to create a false sense of legitimacy. • Connection to Previous Scams: LSSC closely resembles CBEX, a platform that used nearly identical investment methods and ultimately collapsed, leaving users unable to withdraw their money. Currently, there are online videos and community discussions emerging that accuse LSSC of being a scam. Early investors may have made small profits, but these payouts appear to be used to maintain trust and bring in more users. As with typical Ponzi schemes, when new investments slow down, the platform will likely collapse, and users will lose their funds.

This company is posting fake job listings, bringing candidates in to interview for the fake job, then admitting that the job doesn’t exist and recruiting candidates to do commission based work for over 12 hours a day with no benefits or guaranteed pay. They are not truthful about what larger company really owns this one. They kept referring to other offices within the company, then when asked further say it’s just a “client network.” This is a multi-level marketing pyramid scheme disguised as a real “marketing” company. Coercive, deceptive, continually posting fake job listings and defrauding candidates searching for jobs online.

Subject: Opening for Executive Assistant (to Support Chief Information Officer) :: Raleigh/Durham, NC Hi, Hope you are doing well. I am Sachin Gupta, a Sr. Executive Resourcing with Pyramid Consulting Inc. We are one of the top 50 fastest growing IT staffing and services firm in the nation specializing in staff augmentation in the areas of software applications, telecommunications, and infrastructure. We are one of the largest minority owned staffing firms in the U.S. Title: Executive Assistant (to Support Chief Information Officer) Location: Raleigh/Durham, NC (3 days onsite); remote candidates considered Duration: 6 months contract (possible extension) PR Range: $44/hr. - $48/hr. W2. W2. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Description: This position is to back fill an existing employee that is retiring this year. Position Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support our Chief Information Officer (CIO). This contract-to-hire role is ideal for a seasoned professional with C-suite support experience who thrives in fast-paced environments and demonstrates sound judgment, confidentiality, and attention to detail. You will play a key role in enabling the CIO to operate at peak effectiveness through executive support, calendar and communications management, and strategic coordination. Key Responsibilities: • Manage the CIO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel logistics • Monitor and prioritize emails and system notifications on the CIO’s behalf • Draft correspondence, reports, meeting materials, and presentations • Coordinate high-level internal and external meetings, including agendas and logistics • Manage communications and messaging for the CIO, including regular updates and follow-ups • Coordinate and track CIO leadership team activities, including planning sessions and site visits • Maintain a communications plan and manage executive-level documentation • Take and distribute meeting minutes, and track action items • Ensure the CIO is well-prepared for meetings and events • Travel may be required (for site visits or executive events) • Other administrative and strategic support duties as assigned Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred • 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives (CIO, CEO, etc.) • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, OneDrive • Excellent time management, problem-solving, and communication skills • Able to work independently, prioritize effectively, and handle sensitive information • Strong writing and editing skills with a professional communication style • Comfortable working in a dynamic, high-demand environment • Availability for occasional overtime as needed • Located in or near Raleigh/Durham, NC preferred; remote candidates considered .PCI Mark w white border.png Sachin Gupta Sr. Executive- Resourcing [email protected] I +1 (732) 313-0320 Pyramid Talent I www.pyramidci.com

I received a text message regarding a job offer. They said they had seen multiple recruitment agencies had me listed as a viable candidate. The woman only identified herself as Maya and that she worked for target. She then transferred me to another strange woman who could only be reached via WhatsApp. Her name is Aaliyah. No one‘s last names were ever given, except for my own. I went through three hours of training was not paid and was told through multiple Attempts at using a myriad of different cash apps that as I am uncomfortable, using as I have never heard of these particular cash apps, and they are trying to collect my bank account information and with no success , proceeds to tell me description of that I need to invest $23 of my own money to be able to get the ball rolling as it were. This is clearly as she explained to me a Ponzi scheme although they of course are not using that word. So they are indebted to me for $13.00 as of today. and they are reaching out to people that I imagine they are finding through LinkedIn. They are having people write false descriptions of product reviews to try and raise analytics for multiple different businesses who are all third and fourth party unknowns. They are asking us to write falsified reviews to help sell the product for a .7% commission that you will never receive unless you start to give them upwards of $23 from the day one. They’re very fishy. They are referring to themselves as rep representatives of target target they do not directly identify with any particular organization in particular. They are an admitted third-party that is making $250 off of every five to $10 that I generating commissions. This is exactly what a Ponzi scam is. They have been tenaciously harassing me for a week now so I gave them one opportunity and it turned out to be a complete scam. Fraud. This matter needs to be looked into A immediately. Thank you so much for your understanding for these difficult times with these horrible scam artist. Please have yourself a wonderful day, but I do hope to hear from you soon regarding resolution on this matter. Regards, ******** ************

So they have a ad saying that you can work from home or remotely but next thing you know they have you doing basically clickbait and at the end they say you almost there but we need $80.00 which is never mentioned from the beginning after you pay the initial payment two task later you have to add $120 and so on and so forth. So they make money off of scheming people having them thinking it’s a job but really it’s a pyramid scheme

I was targeted in a cryptocurrency investment scam that resulted in a total loss of approximately $55,454.10 USDC (USD Coin). The scammer instructed me to transfer funds from my personal wallet to the following address: Scammer Wallet Address: 0x4913064b05eE491E9c02ab1E48AA6f1048d0fA05 Funds were sent in multiple transactions from my wallet: 0xCb90814D73bFF3F326d48d8aE610AAFd105f117d. The transfers were made using the USDC (USD Coin) token on the Ethereum blockchain. The scam involved a fraudulent investment opportunity and manipulation through a fake platform and Telegram communications. The scammer applied emotional pressure, promised access to large “profits,” and avoided giving wallet addresses when requested for verification. The fraudulent party used Telegram for all communication. I still have the transaction hashes, screenshots, and full chat logs available and can provide them upon request. I respectfully request that the scammer’s wallet be flagged or investigated, and that this case be escalated to blockchain forensic teams or exchanges as appropriate. • Timeline: Jan 1 – Apr 24, 2025 and still ongoing • Names of scammer: Quinn Sanderson | John Smith | Derek Patel • Investment Amount: $76,000 | $55,454.10 accounted for but $20,545.60 is missing • Platform/Entity involved: Alpha Stock Investment Training Center / CBP Trading Platform created by ASI • Profit: of $962,792 (includes $76K investment) in my CBP account • Fees: Requires additional funds upfront for service fee of 20% ($192,558) before withdrawing funds/profit from my CBP account to my Bank of America account. They will not deduct 20% from my profits. • Nature of Investment: Trading signals: USDC/USDT, LIMK/USDT, ZGV/USDT, CBG/USDT, DDAN/USDT, PWX Token Subscription. • Concerns: Lack of transparency, unclear fund allocation, possible Ponzi structure, and unregistered activity • Evidence available upon request: transaction records from BOFA, Kraken, Trust Wallet & CBP Exchange, Telegram screenshots, WhatsApp conversations, names, and phone numbers of the individuals involved, CBP platform details. • Latest Communication as of 4/25/25: I am still in communication with the scammers to keep them dangling without giving real info. The latest communication from Quinn on Telegram: Time is extremely tight. As CBP Exchange has officially announced its upcoming merger, to avoid the risk of fund liquidation during the transition period, make sure to withdraw all available funds from your CBP account ASAP, to ensure safety of your funds. • Letter of Guarantee: I was issued a "Letter of Guarantee" on April 25, 2025, stating that I had earned a profit of $962,792. However, the release of these funds was contingent upon me paying an upfront "service fee" of $192,558.40.

Club Viago is a pyramid scheme . First I was introduced to club , I paid $200 upfront then $100 monthly. Promising a yearly getaway and reduced prices to travel and prices will be matched with other traveling engines . I was never able to book a trip , because unavailable places of interest , dates or prices were too high . It’s a business organization and they take advantage of vulnerable individuals like me . They’ve taken $1200 from me and I have not received one thing from them. I was expecting getaway in my year anniversary may 2025, but now they say it won’t be until April 2026. Someone needs to investigate Club Viagos fraudulent practices. Please help me get my money back .

I was invited to a meeting by people promoting a company called Jifu. During the event, they presented a program that supposedly offers exclusive travel discounts. However, most of the presentation focused on recruiting other people into the program, not on actual products or services. The cost to join ranged from $300 USD to $2,000 USD per month. I was put under strong pressure to sign up immediately. They passed me a laptop and tried to make me enter my payment information on the spot. I was told that “$300 won’t make you go bankrupt anyway,” which made me uncomfortable. I was also asked to rate the presentation from 1 to 10, and when I said 7 or 8, they questioned me aggressively on why it wasn’t a 10. They brought in people with a Ferrari and a Porsche to impress us, and one of the speakers shared an emotional story of how this program changed his life financially. I felt manipulated and pressured throughout the event. Fortunately, my payment didn’t go through due to insufficient funds. I suspect this is part of a pyramid-style recruitment scam, and I want to report this before others fall victim.

I received a text on April 8th regarding on whether I was looking for a job. I replied and the recruiter (supposedly from US TECH Solutions) referred me to someone in WhatsApp called Emma Bryant who introduced me to the Octopus platform. It was an online reviewer job, but I had to make automated reviews of products (2 sets of 38 tasks). I was redirected to Telegram where I could communicate with someone named Athena White and Customer service directly and put in a WhatsApp Group called Octopus Users A98. If I received a lucky order, there would be a negative balance that I had to resolve by using my own money. At first, I used Cashapp to send the money by converting it to Bitcoin, but I had to use Ethereum for larger negative balances. They would provide me with the wallet addresses to send to the client. Even though I did get paid money by withdrawing it to my crypto.com wallet, it may be tracked by the scammers or it was money stolen from past victims as part of the money mule task scam. They said I had to send the money withdrawn to my coinbase account and then sell the crypto so I can transfer it to Paypal or my bank. I even got a lucky bonus that could be a low or high bonus. The last bonus I received was $800,000, and I had to communicate with the financial department to claim it, which I foolishly sent them sensitive information (SSN, license ID, addresses). When I was able to withdraw, they said I have to wire transfer $42,987.15 to my crypto.com wallet after withdrawing the huge amount before it shows up. I eventually decided not to go through with it since I would likely get taxed or lose everything (they said the high bonus could be donated, but it could mess with any legit receivers or be stolen along the way). Most of the transactions occurred between April 14th and April 22nd using Cashapp, Coinme, Crypto.com, and Coinbase but I received about $0.02 from a scammer wallet on April 22nd as some sort of dusting attack that I sent to my Coinbase wallet and sold to get rid of it on April 29th (not sure if my coinbase account is compromised and if I should've left it). I want all of the crypto transactions I did in April to be flagged as theft or loss so I won't get taxed from the crypto money mule/pyramid scam (regardless of whether or not there was a net capital gain from any of the transactions). I feel that some of the transactions from CoinMe might have been hijacked by the scammers since when I check on etherscan, it doesn't look like any coinme transactions occurred from my ethereum wallet address there even though I got a csv report showing the transactions (one was transferred to my crypto.com wallet before being sent to a likely scam wallet). It may have been hijacked by the scammers with the wallet ID of I may have went a little far down the rabbit hole, but I was able to get out before they took everything. I should likely freeze my crypto wallets and warn my banks. There are variants of the website such as octopuspro.top, octopuspro.xyz, and octopus.mx.

My name is ***** *** ****** Im a Baltimore city Music Artists ... YouTube @ " *** ****** " And I was a victim of a pyramid Ponzi scheme associated with a Instagram account called put on for the city music venue contest ... I would like to file federal charges as well as a federal investigation and if it's possible a federal lawsuit in the amount of $300,000 for lack of support and false information , lack of emotional support . And I would like to request a handwritten analysis throughout the whole federal Court situation about every document because I fear they are forging social media accounts so I don't want nobody forging any documentation in my name . And I also been threatened by both promoters that they were going to kill me if I went to the police "Request for Event Verification I recently performed at an event in Baltimore,Maryland ... Promoted by an individual or organization claiming to Instagram account "Put the City On." The promoter, allegedly based in Chicago, phone # ###-###-#### Is controlling the ***** ******* Baltimore City, Maryland venue by Interstate communication ... And they also use three different email addresses and two different phone numbers # ###-###-#### ,# ###-###-#### ********@gmail.com [email protected] [email protected] And they are using multiple Instagram accounts Traveling Talent Search Company | Meet our team! @********** @djjtdadon @djdeucey @aboogcarter @*********** @***************** @*************** The promoter was a African American tall judgment with a short haircut and he wore a purple suit and he was collecting the money at the front door and he was supposed to be the judge of the contest but he wasn't even attending the music festival he was too busy collecting money at the front door and he told all the artists that the DJ would be temporarily judging everybody and the DJ is a heavy set dark skin African-American and his twenties that couldn't even operate the DJ table correctly and properly he didn't even have every artist music uploaded on his laptop to perform I also submitted my music four times in advance and still have to send a copy of my music once I got to the venue . required attendees to pay a $40 through $60 entrance fee at the door to perform two songs ... The event staff included a father-son duo and a third individual managing the music and DJ. Approximately April the 25th , I contacted the venue team and ask them who has won the contest and they gave me a artist named that didn't even attend the venue that night The artist that won the contest name was ***** **** ... And they responded by giving me a total of scores that were untrue *** ******: 3/10. Deductions: LYR - Did not hit 100% if lyrics HOL - Did not hold mic properly VOL - Did not keep consistent voice volume ENT - Did not give the energy that your music called for/no energy while performing WRK - No movement during performance - stood still entire performance CA - Did not command attention - no eye contact with those watching SPE - Bonus Point was not applied I would appreciate verification of the event's authenticity and legitimacy, particularly regarding my performance on April 24th, it was like a talent contest the first winner ... where I was scheduled to open for Bobby Shmurda if I won first place ... The promoters contacted me on my personal Instagram account with a flyer stating TO PERFORM TEXT ###-###-#### 1ST PLACE- OPENS FOR ***** ******* THURSDAY APRIL 24TH - DOORS @7PM 3618 FALLS RD, BALTIMORE, MD 21221 ******************************************* Click on the link to see evidence of screenshots and video recordings .

To Whom It May Concern, This is Calvin. I am writing to report a suspected financial crime involving an online prop trading firm named ForexPropFirm.com. I believe this company is operating a Ponzi scheme under the guise of a prop trading business. They are misleading users, taking deposits, and failing to honor withdrawals or payouts. The firm appears to be paying early users with funds from new ones, with no legitimate trading activity behind the scenes. My Experience: - I joined their funded trading challenge to access capital. - I successfully met their requirements, but when I requested a payout after meeting their requirements, I received either no response, delayed tactics, or an arbitrary disqualification. - There is no transparency about where funds go, and numerous users online have reported identical behavior, suggesting a broader pattern of fraud. Red Flags Noticed: - Promised payouts are not delivered even after evaluations are passed. - Support either ghost clients or provide generic excuses. - Users cannot make replies or comments inside their community on Discord, Telegram, etc. - Large volumes of online complaints show a trend of fake reviews, suspicious sudden bans, and account resets to avoid paying users. - This is consistent with Ponzi scheme behavior, where early users are paid using newer users’ money. User Review: https://youtu.be/9GFIxy2coXA?si=Hva41ir4DM6geVJ8? Trust Pilot: TrustPilot: https://www.trustpilot.com/review/forexpropfirm.com ForexPropFirm.com operates as a Ponzi Scheme and violates consumer protection laws. Many individuals may have already been defrauded, and others are at risk unless urgent action is taken. Thank you for your time and attention. Sincerely, Calvin Fu [email protected]

Description of the Scam: Lightning Shared Scooter Co., Ltd. (LSSC) presents itself as a legitimate scooter rental management platform where users can supposedly earn passive income by “renting” electric scooters via a mobile app. However, there are several red flags and deceptive practices that suggest LSSC is operating as a Ponzi-style scam rather than a real transportation business. The platform requires users to invest funds under the guise of “purchasing scooters” that are then supposedly rented out, generating daily returns. In reality, there is no proof that any scooters are being deployed or used in public locations. The “earnings” users receive appear to be paid from the deposits of newer users rather than actual business revenue. Key warning signs: • No App Store Listing: The platform does not exist on the Apple App Store or Google Play, which is unusual for a global scooter rental business. Users are asked to download the app from a website, similar to the behavior of a known scam called CBEX. • Changing Domains: LSSC has changed its website domain multiple times within a short span, which is a tactic often used by scams to avoid detection or blacklisting. • Emphasis on Recruitment: Users are pressured to invite others in exchange for bonuses. This behavior prioritizes recruitment over actual scooter-related operations, resembling pyramid scheme models. • Lack of Transparency: There is no clear information about the company’s CEO, team, or verifiable address. Legal documents are vague, and no terms of service or privacy policy is publicly accessible. • False Licensing Claims: LSSC claims to be registered in Hong Kong and to hold a U.S. MSB license, but no verifiable documentation has been provided. These claims may be fabricated to create a false sense of legitimacy. • Connection to Previous Scams: LSSC closely resembles CBEX, a platform that used nearly identical investment methods and ultimately collapsed, leaving users unable to withdraw their money. Currently, there are online videos and community discussions emerging that accuse LSSC of being a scam. Early investors may have made small profits, but these payouts appear to be used to maintain trust and bring in more users. As with typical Ponzi schemes, when new investments slow down, the platform will likely collapse, and users will lose their funds.

There is a so-called company Lightning Shared Scooter Co. Ltdlssc.ltd claims to be legitimate and shows dubious documentation, but it is nothing more than a Ponzi scheme, which is a pyramid scam where new members are attracted to pay the salaries of existing members. The promotion is done through word of mouth, and meetings were held where stable incomes for three years called static incomes were guaranteed, along with additional commissions for each new member, called dynamic incomes, which were promoted as an additional income to the central business, turn on and operate scooters. Communications are through the Telegram platform, where they have administrators, chat groups, and rules for merits and demerits on the paid fees. The modus operandi is to offer income guarantees through turning on and reporting scooter failures (central business). Withdrawals from the application deducted 20% applied each time to supposedly pay for equipment maintenance. On weekends, equipment rentals are managed by the application administrators, who claim to use these to pay the salaries of higher levels. At first, everything goes well with daily incomes, but after a few days, the administrators start pressuring to bring in new members even when they never mention that new member hire is part of the 3 years guarantee stable income and if you don't invite new people to join the company within a few weeks or days, you are moved to a apart discussion group (docking) where you are informed that you are fired for not attracting new members who pay for the rental of new equipment, a requirement that was never mentioned at the start of the job. Hope this will be helpful for the future and all those scammers/thieves don't go further and deceiving more people. Lighting Shared Scooter Company (LSSC) is a ponzi scheme targeting immigrants with language barriers and others. Members are required to purchase or rent some scooters for $5000, press a button and make $750 a week. They operate in secrecy and use krypto currency for transaction. LSSC is 100% a SCAMM and has to be avoided at all cost. They started with LSSC and later changed to Lighting Exchange, then to LSSB. You must enroll new members otherwise Fransico will terminate you on the Bonchat and you lose everything. At first, your recruiter will not tell you about the recruitment part until you are registered and find out for yourself. They are targeting immigrants, refugee populations, and the general population. Fransico and Denny who has stated themselves as working with the LSSC projects involve many community leaders from Immigrant and refugee populations to recruit. This is robbing Peter to pay Paul. They have no CEO, physical address or phone numbers. The address in Mississippi is staged. They claim they operate from Hong Kong China. Members are encouraged and paid to report snitches and snitches get terminated. They reward members who recruit hundreds of people with Tesla. They will tell you to press a button to make easy money but there's more to that. You find out all the schemes when you are registered by your recruiter. Once you join, you become a slave or you get terminated for insubordination and lose everything. Recruit, recruit, recruit or get terminated. Hard working Americans are losing money in millions and something seriously needs to be done to stop these scammers and warn others before it's too late.

The company Creators Alliance was promising an extra source of income by watching videos and helping content creators on different platforms to exposed their videos and higher their views. I joined the company in November 2024. They offered some copyright packages and depend on the package you choose, that's the amount of videos you'll be watching daily and the amount of money you get paid daily. In order for you to join, you had to create an account in carils.com and watch a video and get paid 15 golden coins for that first video. Then the person that invited you had to add you to the creators Alliance work group chat. In the group chat you was able to see people claiming rewards by inviting others, people posting their signed contracts, people congratulating them for joining the company and the thing that caught my attention, proof of payment. A"er talking to the manager, Belinda, and see proof of payment in the work group chat and other information of the company operating in other countries, like Puerto Rico (and proof of registration as a legit company) Australia (company formation paperwork), UK, Spain, and I believe Barbados, I thought it was completely legit to join. As the time goes by, the managers of such company would get in contact with us to make sure you kept on inviting people to join. It started to became hostile, rough conversations and threats to stop our work if we didn't kept inviting people to join. A lot of people, including myself, were afraid of losing our first investment, so some of us invited people closed to us. At least I always made sure, to tell the people I invited from the things they will encounter by joining such as, manager harassing and threaten if they didn't invite no one and be "proactive". So I invited 4 people. The company came up with a number of meetings in 2025, where they were expecting to close the high value packages by April 1, 2025 until April of 2027. I bought a package to upgrade the one I had, since the only packages that were going to be available was the one of low value. The company managers disappeared on April 2, 2025. Leaving us with the "work group chats" closed and pending withdraws for the month of March that weren't paid. I invested about $6,800 on a program with they called Traffic package, where you watch videos and it increase your investment in a certain amount of days, leaving your money on hold until completion and 4k upgrading my copyright video package. Not having a chance to recover that money.

I was contacted via WhatsApp by someone using the number +1 (414) 262-5041. They claimed to represent a company called Salesloft and offered me a job rating and reviewing apps. They signed me up for a fake dashboard under their control, showed crypto wallet balances (USDT), and promised commissions for inviting others. The website and app platform are fake and misuse the legitimate company’s name and branding. I believe this is part of a pyramid scheme or crypto-related scam. I did not give them money, but I’m concerned others will.

I purchased a few dog products from this website and they took my money and said they shipped my package. I never received the package so i contacted the company and they said the package got lost with the transit company and they would refund my money. They have yet to refund my money with multiple attempts to contact them they just ignore the emails and phone calls now. I did a google review search and see this has happened to a lot of other people. The other reviews were they exact same situation and senecio i encountered with this website/company. Please look into "The Elegant Fairy" and hopefully shut them down so they stop scamming people out of their hard earned money. Thank You

Vip-web.pro is an online job site where you process orders for commission. You have to start by sending them money in the form of bitcoin. Very early in the process you get what they call a package order requiring you to deposit more bitcoin, this time $200 worth. No one on the site, your trainer, the support staff, the support blog anyone can tell you how much you will have to deposit to make your very first withdrawal. Many on the site boast of big earnings but no one can tell you how much to make your first withdrawal

Complaint Regarding Selead Technology – Fraudulent Business Practices, Deceptive Recruitment, and Harassment I am writing to formally raise concerns about a company operating under the name Selead Technology, which I believe engages in highly questionable business practices, potential fraud, harassment, and operates under suspicious licensing. I was initially contacted through WhatsApp and Telegram by an individual offering what was described as a remote, part-time job that required only 20–30 minutes of work per day, with the promise of earning $50–$150 or more daily. The contact identified himself as a regional manager named Leon Wilder. He claimed that Selead Technology worked with online influencers and bloggers to increase their reach and visibility through social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook. I was offered a "free trial" where I could test out the tasks—mainly liking and subscribing to videos—and receive payment in cryptocurrency. The job appeared simple, and the company presented itself as a legitimate marketing and promotional service. However, shortly thereafter, I was informed that to access more tasks and higher payouts, I would need to upgrade my membership through a tiered system called VIP1 through VIP9. Each VIP level required a significant upfront deposit. For example: VIP1 required $170 for 5 daily tasks at $0.90 per task, resulting in about $135/month. VIP5 required $6,000 for 30 daily tasks at $4.72 per task, totaling $4,248/month. VIP9 demanded a staggering $100,000 for 160 tasks/day, supposedly generating over $860,000/year. They also aggressively pushed a referral program, urging me to recruit others to earn commissions and rise in rank within the system. Incentives were offered for bringing in high-paying members. I made it clear that I was interested only in working, not recruiting or paying to promote others. However, I was told these deposits were mandatory and would be fully refunded at the end of the 365-day "contract period." Initially, I started at VIP1 but was later pressured into upgrading. I eventually invested in VIP3 for $1,500, which provided 20 tasks a day. There were mandatory meetings on Telegram (later moved to Bonchat) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, where they discussed vague "company goals," deceptive recruitment tactics, and strict behavioral expectations. Over the course of six months, I was demoted, harassed, and mocked for not referring new members. My performance was criticized based not on task completion, but on my unwillingness to recruit others. Toward the end, my account was suspended—despite having paid for a full 365-day membership. I was told I was "terminated" but would receive my refund after the full year—despite being cut off after only 30 days at VIP3. I have since requested an early refund, which has yet to be honored. Based on my experience, I believe Selead Technology may be operating a multi-level marketing scheme (MLM) or potentially a pyramid scheme. I also have doubts regarding the legitimacy of their business licenses, and I urge authorities to investigate. Their business model appears designed to extract increasing amounts of money from users under the guise of a job, while tying compensation to recruitment rather than actual work performed. The experience has been exploitative, deceptive, and deeply concerning. I am filing this complaint in hopes that others will be cautioned and that appropriate regulatory bodies will investigate their operations.

They have lied to me when i said i had to link my account. Because i signed up to other people who had a lot of money and couldnt keep up to their investments. Its a pyramid scheme that uses lies to tag me along so i can keep putting money into it but never actually delivering on their promise of withdrawing funds. So my money is tied up now they still keep demanding more for investment without any withdrawal of funds.

To Whom It May Concern, I am filing a formal complaint against Susan Smith [ whose phone number is +1 (662) 415-1287 ] for operating a deceptive business scheme under the guise of a job opportunity. Their misleading practices, which involve recruitment into an MLM-style structure with Melaleuca, bear the hallmarks of fraudulent employment offers and financial exploitation. Incident Summary I discovered a job listing posted by a 20-year-old woman named Precious Simmons in the “Montgomery Alabama Jobs” Facebook group. The post falsely advertised a hiring opportunity for "appointment setters and closers," claiming: A guaranteed career in a six- to seven-figure business Residual income An earning potential of $500 to $20,000 per month No income cap However, the post failed to disclose the company name or job details—only providing a phone number (704-898-3090) to schedule an interview. Upon inquiring, Precious directed me to a Zoom call with herself and Susan Smith, who introduced herself as a recruiter. During this call, Susan presented the "business opportunity," which immediately raised red flags: The job required an upfront investment before earning any money. It was not an actual employment offer. Instead, it was a recruitment pitch for Melaleuca, a Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) company, where income depends on recruiting others rather than actual wages or salaries. Susan had contacted me in 2023 with an almost identical job scam, also via Zoom. This establishes a pattern of deceptive behavior. Why This is Fraudulent 1. Deceptive Job Advertising The job listing falsely presented a stable employment opportunity while concealing the fact that it was an MLM recruitment funnel. Prospective candidates were misled into believing they were applying for a legitimate paid position, when in reality, the only way to make money was by recruiting others. 2. False Income Claims Both the job post and recruitment process made unrealistic and unverified income claims, falsely promising six-figure earnings with no proof. MLM statistics show that the vast majority of recruits earn little to no income, making these claims intentionally misleading and fraudulent. 3. Pay-to-Work Model & Financial Exploitation Legitimate employers do not require employees to invest money before earning income. Yet, Susan pressured me to "invest" first before I could see any financial returns. This is a well-known predatory tactic used in pyramid schemes. 4. Repeated & Ongoing Fraudulent Behavior This is not an isolated incident. Susan Smith previously contacted me in 2023 with a separate fake job offer that followed the same MLM recruitment scam. It is evident that Susan is recycling this fraudulent scheme to exploit job seekers. Request for Investigation & Action I formally request that the Better Business Bureau take action against Susan Smith for: False advertising and deceptive job postings Fraudulent recruitment tactics Potential violations of wage and employment laws Furthermore, if Melaleuca knowingly allows its representatives to operate under such deceptive and fraudulent practices, I request that this complaint be escalated and formally filed against the company as well. Supporting Evidence I am prepared to provide: Screenshots of the fraudulent job post Text message conversations confirming the misleading job offer Details of the Zoom call invitation and recruitment pitch This type of predatory behavior preys on vulnerable job seekers and must be addressed immediately. I appreciate your attention to this matter and urge swift action to prevent further exploitation. Sincerely, ****** ** ***** ************************** ** ***** ********

I received a text message saying I had passed the initial resume review, and advanced to the interview stage. I didn't remember applying to this company, but I have applied to quite a lot of places, so figured I could go along with it. After three rounds of interviews, the entire process felt off. Promises of huge salaries and quick promotions, immediate start dates. I still had a bad feeling about it, so did some more digging. The CEO and President is Austin Blake-Smith, and upon searching his name, he is notorious for scamming people into joining this business. He recruits people to recruit others. This is a Pyramid Scheme. His current venture is Blitz-BD, but he has had countless other Names/LLCs, likely changing them for this reason. You can contact/research him at: [email protected] (770) 468-8340 Shut down this predatory practice, and make sure he cannot continue to do so.

I registered and paid with the understanding that I was investing for year and getting the money according to the rules of the enterprise. They stopped short of paying back the initial investment after just a month and were insistent on my attracting of other people to the same pyramid scheme. I did not.

A job recruiter contacted me about a job, he was asking phishing questions, and then tried to get me to give my date of birth and last 4 of the social and when I wouldn't comply he ended the call confirming it was a scam. Said he was from a company Pyramid consulting.

A MLM SCAM. This 'person', Mark or Jacob, cant remember right now to be honest, sent out what appears to have been a massive template in an email to hundreds of people, luring them to attend a meeting for a position that sounds all too good to be true. I'll be honest, after recently losing my job, i was interested, and all that I had to do to start was attend a webinar. All the right things were said, and up to before where I fell short to identify the largest red flag of them all, 'paying for a certificate to get started as a "Travel Agent". To me, most lines of business have some kind of certification or something that MAY have to be paid for, but this is all new to me, so I ignored any signs that I now, looking back, clearly missed. On Reddit, there are lots of posts about this company being illegitimate, scamming people for money, taking it and never actually seeing the fruits of any labor happening as there doesn't appear to be a way to actually receive the kinds of commissions that sound oh so rewarding at the time. In this webinar: -You are in a room with (from what I've read, and experienced) 80-200 people. -You cannot do anything but chat privately with the 'Presenter'. Audio is muted to everyone except him and you can't even talk to him during the meeting. Some people have stated that they have witnessed what appeared to be pre recorded webinars that were played during their time. -You are fed the idea that you can make a good amount of money, taking 80% commission (company gets 20%) of each booked client. Making about $500 from a single person, and on larger bookings (in the $10K and up range), making about $2-3K. And then just as you get into the end of the webinar: You come to realize this is a new MLM (Multi-Level Marketing) or PYRAMID SCHEME/SCAM! -You are told to either do a M2M payment on your 'certification', sadly I fell for this thinking 'start small' and mistakenly made a $97 charge... The worst is (albeit the presenter isnt adament about this option right away), you can do the annual payment of 4 or $500... and be good for the year. The reason I am posting this is because the company ISNT EVEN LISTED ON BBB. Biggest and easiest red flag I didnt even check. I hope you all avoid this company, and I hope that any damages done by this individual has him paying out all the people he has robbed.

This company uses deceptive tactics to hire you. Lies about benefits, lies about your job description, lies about work hours, uses you for your resources including but not limited to transportation without reimbursement. This company targets the younger people who are inexperienced with the workforce and sell them a dream to gain their trust, it is a pyramid scheme. There is no insurance for incidents happening on the job, no safety plan to protect employees from the dangers of the random places they(the company) sends them to, they ignore local weather warnings and continue to have you “in the field” in the pursuit of money while completely disregarding your safety and warnings of inclement weather conditions. Payment is a joke. They refuse to do direct deposit, checks are always late, you won’t receive what you earned due to “cancellations”, they don’t provide you with any documentation to state your job description, what and how you earn nor your “promotion”. It is all word of mouth so in an instance such as this you won’t have any proof of anything. Great deceivers.