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History's Greatest Idiots
Tech's Biggest Mistakes (Season 6 Episode 15)

History's Greatest Idiots

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 147:04


Scams, spectacular failures, and billions burned! This special greatest hits episode of History's Greatest Idiots explores three tech disasters that prove innovation and incompetence make the perfect recipe for catastrophe.First up: Ruja Ignatova, the "Crypto Queen" who convinced investors OneCoin was the next Bitcoin whilst running one of history's largest Ponzi schemes. She vanished in 2017 with $4 billion of other people's money, becoming one of the FBI's Most Wanted. Her brother went to prison. Her victims lost everything. She's probably on a yacht somewhere laughing at all of us.Then we explore Y2K, the Millennium Bug that convinced the entire world civilization would collapse at midnight on 1st January 2000. Governments spent $300-600 billion preparing for disaster. Russia put nuclear forces on high alert. People stockpiled generators, tinned food, and guns (sales spiked 700% in some US areas). Airlines grounded flights. Survivalists moved to remote cabins. What actually happened? Some slot machines in Delaware stopped working. That's it. The most expensive non-event in human history.Finally, Sam Altman and OpenAI: the Stanford dropout who convinced the world he was building God whilst burning billions and destroying the planet. From nonprofit to capped profit to whatever OpenAI is now. ChatGPT's explosive growth to 100 million users in two months. The environmental catastrophe (training GPT-3 used enough energy to power 358 UK homes for a year). The brain drain to Anthropic as safety researchers fled. The board firing Sam for lying, 500 employees threatening to quit, and Sam returning five days later more powerful than ever. OpenAI projected to lose $14 billion in 2026 and potentially go bankrupt by mid-2027. Tech stocks making up 40% of the market. Microsoft losing $357 billion in a single day in January 2026. The AI bubble that might crash harder than dot-com.From crypto fraud to millennium panic to AI hype, these tech disasters prove that when greed meets fear meets overconfidence, billions of dollars disappear and nobody learns anything.Join Lev, Derek and special guest The History Obscura Podcast, as they count down the greatest hits of technology's most spectacular failures.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/HistorysGreatestIdiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Artist: Sarah Chey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiverr.com/sarahchey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

History's Greatest Idiots
Tech's Biggest Mistakes (Season 6 Episode 15)

History's Greatest Idiots

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 147:04


Scams, spectacular failures, and billions burned! This special greatest hits episode of History's Greatest Idiots explores three tech disasters that prove innovation and incompetence make the perfect recipe for catastrophe.First up: Ruja Ignatova, the "Crypto Queen" who convinced investors OneCoin was the next Bitcoin whilst running one of history's largest Ponzi schemes. She vanished in 2017 with $4 billion of other people's money, becoming one of the FBI's Most Wanted. Her brother went to prison. Her victims lost everything. She's probably on a yacht somewhere laughing at all of us.Then we explore Y2K, the Millennium Bug that convinced the entire world civilization would collapse at midnight on 1st January 2000. Governments spent $300-600 billion preparing for disaster. Russia put nuclear forces on high alert. People stockpiled generators, tinned food, and guns (sales spiked 700% in some US areas). Airlines grounded flights. Survivalists moved to remote cabins. What actually happened? Some slot machines in Delaware stopped working. That's it. The most expensive non-event in human history.Finally, Sam Altman and OpenAI: the Stanford dropout who convinced the world he was building God whilst burning billions and destroying the planet. From nonprofit to capped profit to whatever OpenAI is now. ChatGPT's explosive growth to 100 million users in two months. The environmental catastrophe (training GPT-3 used enough energy to power 358 UK homes for a year). The brain drain to Anthropic as safety researchers fled. The board firing Sam for lying, 500 employees threatening to quit, and Sam returning five days later more powerful than ever. OpenAI projected to lose $14 billion in 2026 and potentially go bankrupt by mid-2027. Tech stocks making up 40% of the market. Microsoft losing $357 billion in a single day in January 2026. The AI bubble that might crash harder than dot-com.From crypto fraud to millennium panic to AI hype, these tech disasters prove that when greed meets fear meets overconfidence, billions of dollars disappear and nobody learns anything.Join Lev, Derek and special guest The History Obscura Podcast, as they count down the greatest hits of technology's most spectacular failures.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/HistorysGreatestIdiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Artist: Sarah Chey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiverr.com/sarahchey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

ORF Radio Vorarlberg: kaktuskuscheln
Folge 266 - Firehorse

ORF Radio Vorarlberg: kaktuskuscheln

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 38:27


GUTES NEUES! (Ja. Wir dürfen das noch sagen.) WIr nehmen uns mal wieder einiges vor für 2026 und hoffen, dass uns der Jahresrückblick nicht allzu viele Lügen straft. Darunter: Filme, astronomische Spektakel UND diese beiden Tipps hier für euch, die wir euch nicht vorenthalten wollen......einmal die Doku über Ruja Ignatova:www.zdf.de...und einmal der Podcast dazu:open.spotify.comSchreibt uns (ALLES): kaktuskuscheln@orf.atSendehinweis: ORF Radio Vorarlberg am 11.01.2026.

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Be Amazed
World's Most Wanted Scammer That Nobody Can Find

Be Amazed

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 25:10 Transcription Available


There's no doubt that pretty much everyone wants to be a millionaire. But unfortunately money can't be summoned out of thin air… or can it? In 2014, the unknown Dr Ruja Ignatova came out of nowhere with promises that everyone could make millions with a fabulous new invention of her very own creation. Dr Ruja may not be a household name, but she subsequently reached a level of fame and fortune that most of us can only dream of. That is, until, on October 7th, 2017, something happened that nobody could explain. Dr Ruja disappeared without a trace. But what happened? Where did she go? And why did all this land her on the FBI's most wanted list? This is a story of glamour, greed, and a global scam worth $15 billion. So, grab your detective hats as we follow the trail to investigate the world's most wanted scammer that nobody can find.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Kultur – detektor.fm
Take the Money and Run

Kultur – detektor.fm

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 5:12 Transcription Available


Im Oktober 2017 verschwindet Dr. Ruja Ignatova spurlos. Sie ist damals 37 Jahre alt, mehrere Millionen schwer und selbsternannte Cryptoqueen. „Take the Money and Run“ erzählt, wie sie zur meistgesuchten Frau der Welt wurde. Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/was-laeuft-heute< ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/kultur/was-laeuft-heute-take-the-money-and-run

Podcasts – detektor.fm
Was läuft heute? | Take the Money and Run

Podcasts – detektor.fm

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 5:12 Transcription Available


Im Oktober 2017 verschwindet Dr. Ruja Ignatova spurlos. Sie ist damals 37 Jahre alt, mehrere Millionen schwer und selbsternannte Cryptoqueen. „Take the Money and Run“ erzählt, wie sie zur meistgesuchten Frau der Welt wurde. Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/was-laeuft-heute< ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/kultur/was-laeuft-heute-take-the-money-and-run

Was läuft heute?
Take the Money and Run

Was läuft heute?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 5:12 Transcription Available


Im Oktober 2017 verschwindet Dr. Ruja Ignatova spurlos. Sie ist damals 37 Jahre alt, mehrere Millionen schwer und selbsternannte Cryptoqueen. „Take the Money and Run“ erzählt, wie sie zur meistgesuchten Frau der Welt wurde. Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/was-laeuft-heute< ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/kultur/was-laeuft-heute-take-the-money-and-run

MORD AUF EX – Der internationale True Crime Podcast

#266: Wo ist die Kryptoqueen? Seit Jahren sucht das FBI nach der Deutsch-Bulgarin Ruja Ignatova, die am 25. Oktober 2017 in ein Flugzeug von Sofia nach Athen stieg und spurlos verschwand. Bis heute ist nicht bekannt, wo die superreiche Betrügerin abgeblieben ist. Sicher ist nur, dass sie mit ihrer Kryptowährung “OneCoin” mehrere Millionen Menschen auf der ganzen Welt über den Tisch gezogen hat. Was als Masche begann, um ein paar gutgläubige Anleger um ihr Erspartes zu bringen, hat sich innerhalb weniger Jahre zu einem globalen Phänomen entwickelt. Aus ihrer Kryptowährung ist fast eine Sekte geworden und Ruja Ignatova wird an ihrer Spitze wie eine Heilige verehrt. Bis sie sich eines Tages in Luft auflöst. In dieser Folge gehen Linn und Leo der Geschichte der “Kryptoqueen” auf den Grund. Wie konnte sie jahrelang Millionen Menschen das Geld aus der Tasche ziehen? Mit wem steckt sie unter einer Decke? Und wo könnte sie sich seit fast acht Jahren versteckt halten? Eine Produktion von Auf Ex Productions. Hosts: Leonie Bartsch, Linn Schütze Recherche: Michael Mauder Redaktion: Antonia Fischer Produktion: Lorenz Schütze Quellen (Auswahl) BBC Podcast "The Missing Cryptoqueen" WDR-Podcast "Die Kryptoqueen" Video [DER SPIEGEL](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xc-xJS9D5YY) Video [Simplicissimus](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOKkZF_qK9M) Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/MordaufEx Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

Scam Goddess
Fraud Friday: Queen Coin w/ Amy Aniobi & Grace Edwards

Scam Goddess

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 70:41


In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Amy Aniobi and Grace Edwards (Insecure) to discuss Dr. Ruja Ignatova, the once-famed crypto genius known for her new currency, OneCoin, who ended up stealing nearly $4 billion before disappearing in 2017. Plus, a woman has been writing fake Russian history on Wikipedia for over ten years. Stay Schemin'! (Originally Released 08/08/2022) CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAmy Aniobi: @amyaniobi  Grace Edwards: @gracyact Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.sixthtone.com/news/1010653/she-spent-a-decade-writing-fake-russian-history.-wikipedia-just-noticedhttps://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3185141/inside-ruja-ignatovas-crazy-rich-life-missing-cryptoqueenhttps://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-4bn-onecoin-scam-how-crypto-queen-dr-ruja-ignatova-duped-ordinary-people-out-of-billions-then-went-missing-trqpr52pqhttps://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3184333/missing-crypto-queen-ruja-ignatova-new-anna-sorokin-shes?module=inline&pgtype=articlehttps://www.bbc.com/news/stories-50435014 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

Zehn Minuten Wirtschaft
Bitcoin: Berauschende Höhen, tiefer Fall? Was Trump damit zu tun hat

Zehn Minuten Wirtschaft

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 12:39


Am Montag erreichte der Bitcoin mit 123.000 US-Dollar einen neuen Höchststand. Und auch die Aktie des sogenannten Stablecoins “Circle” ging durch die Decke. Aber jetzt geht es auch schon wieder runter. Von wegen stabil... Was soll man davon halten? Wir erklären es euch – wie immer in guten 10 Minuten. Zum Weiterhören: Der mysteriöse Fall der “Kryptoqueen” und “Bitcoin-Killerin” Ruja Ignatova https://www.ardaudiothek.de/sendung/die-kryptoqueen-ruja-ignatova-und-ihr-milliarden-betrug-wdr/urn:ard:show:df60173bcaeb6800/

hr1 Talk
"Der Taunus ist mein Ausgleich zur Hektik der Finanzwelt" | Michaela Hönig, Konsumforscherin

hr1 Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 37:11


Geboren wurde sie 1974 in Limburg an der Lahn und hält Hessen bis heute die Treue. Prof. Dr. Michaela Hönig fühlt sich sowohl in der Finanzwelt wie auch in der Natur des Hintertaunus‘ zuhause. Sie wird regelmäßig als Sachverständige zu Anhörungen herangezogen, wenn es im Bundestag ums Thema Kryptowährung geht. Im hr1-Talk mit Klaus Reichert erklärt sie, wie der Betrug mit der Kryptowährung „One Coin“ funktionieren konnte, aber auch, was Digitalisierung und Tokenisierung im Finanzwesen bedeutet.

hr1 Talk
"Der Taunus ist mein Ausgleich zur Hektik der Finanzwelt" | Michaela Hönig, Konsumforscherin

hr1 Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 37:11


Geboren wurde sie 1974 in Limburg an der Lahn und hält Hessen bis heute die Treue. Prof. Dr. Michaela Hönig fühlt sich sowohl in der Finanzwelt wie auch in der Natur des Hintertaunus‘ zuhause. Sie wird regelmäßig als Sachverständige zu Anhörungen herangezogen, wenn es im Bundestag ums Thema Kryptowährung geht. Im hr1-Talk mit Klaus Reichert erklärt sie, wie der Betrug mit der Kryptowährung „One Coin“ funktionieren konnte, aber auch, was Digitalisierung und Tokenisierung im Finanzwesen bedeutet.

True Crimecast
OneCoin - Ruja Ignatova

True Crimecast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 10:04


Ruja Ignatova, the self-proclaimed "Crypto Queen," built an empire on deception, masterminding one of the largest cryptocurrency scams in history with her company, OneCoin. By the time authorities closed in, she had defrauded over three million people of an estimated $4 billion. Then, in 2017, she vanished without a trace. Join us as we explore Ignatova's rise to infamy, the intricate web of lies behind OneCoin, and the lingering mystery of her disappearance. Where is Ruja Ignatova now, and will she ever face justice? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

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Die Millionendiebin
Joost empfiehlt: Die Kryptoqueen – Ruja Ignatova und ihr Milliarden-Betrug

Die Millionendiebin

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 2:06


Die Kryptoqueen erzählt von Ruja Ignatova, die mit OneCoin weltberühmt und reich wurde. Sie lebt im Luxus, bis ihre Fassade bröckelt. Bald wird klar: OneCoin ist weder Kryptowährung noch hat es mit Blockchain zu tun – es ist ein riesiger Betrug, der Millionen täuscht. Den Podcast "Die Kryptoqueen" findet ihr in der ARD Audiothek und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt: 1.ard.de/kryptoqueen-podcast?millionendiebin

Die Anschlags – Russlands Spione unter uns
Podcast-Tipp: Die Kryptoqueen – Ruja Ignatova und ihr Milliarden-Betrug

Die Anschlags – Russlands Spione unter uns

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 1:33


Die Kryptoqueen erzählt von Ruja Ignatova, die mit OneCoin weltberühmt und reich wurde. Sie lebt im Luxus, bis ihre Fassade bröckelt. Bald wird klar: OneCoin ist weder Kryptowährung noch hat es mit Blockchain zu tun – es ist ein riesiger Betrug, der Millionen täuscht. Den Podcast "Die Kryptoqueen" findet ihr in der ARD Audiothek und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt: https://1.ard.de/kryptoqueen-podcast?anschlags Von Johan von Mirbach.

Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast
Cryptoqueen on the Run? | $4 Billion Ponzi Scam

Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 57:45


Ruja Ignatova pioneered an alleged multi-billion-dollar Ponzi scheme disguised as a new cryptocurrency, OneCoin. Ignatova is on the FBI's “Ten Most Wanted” list, and she's been indicted on several charges of fraud and money laundering. The only problem? She's been missing since 2017. Check out Josh's Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tuizfajesfk Follow me on all socials! Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/matthewcoxitc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetruecrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matthewcoxcrime Follow my 2nd channel - Inside The Darkness! https://www.youtube.com/c/InsidetheDarknessAutobiographies Want to be a guest? Send me an email here! insidetruecrime@gmail.com Want a custom Con man painting shown up at your doorstep every month? Subscribe to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/insidetruecrime Get a custom painting done by me! Check out my link! https://www.etsy.com/shop/coxpopart Listen to True Crime Podcasts anywhere! https://anchor.fm/mattcox Check out my prison story books here! https://www.amazon.com/Matthew-Cox/e/B08372LKZG Support me here! Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/MattCox69 Cashapp: $coxcon69 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mattcox/support

Cyber Crime Junkies
Rise And Fall of Crypto Star. FBI most wanted, Ruja Ignatova. Crypto News.

Cyber Crime Junkies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 40:23 Transcription Available


NEW! Text Us Direct Here!Crypto News, Cyber flash point about self-proclaimed Bitcoin killer, OneCoin. rise and fall of crypto star FBI most wanted, Ruja Ignatova. To Submit a TIP and Potentially collect the new $5 Million Reward, you can submit a tip online at www.tips.FBI.gov Or Call 1-800-CALL-FBIThe rise and fall of ONE COIN and the hunt for Ruja Ignatova is a story of a massive cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme that attracted over $4 billion in investments. Dr. Ruja Ignatova, the charismatic founder of ONE COIN, presented it as a revolutionary cryptocurrency accessible to everyone. Investors were drawn in by her impressive credentials and persuasive presentations. However, investigations revealed that ONE COIN lacked genuine blockchain technology and was a fraudulent scheme. Ignatova disappeared in 2017 and remains on the FBI's most wanted list. Her brother and co-founder, Sebastian Greenwood, and other accomplices have been arrested and sentenced.Accelerate your CMMC 2.0 compliance and address federal zero-trust requirements with Kiteworks' universal, secure file sharing platform made for every organization, and helpful to defense contractors. Visit kiteworks.com to get started. We're thrilled to introduce Season 5 Cyber Flash Points to show what latest tech news means to online safety with short stories helping spread security awareness and the importance of online privacy protection."Cyber Flash Points" – your go-to source for practical and concise summaries.So, tune in and welcome to "Cyber Flash Points”

Beyond the Code
Dark Net to Crypto Scam: Jamie Bartlett's Tales from the Trenches

Beyond the Code

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 60:37


Episode Description: In this riveting episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy welcomes Jamie Bartlett, acclaimed author and technology journalist, to explore the enigmatic world of the "Crypto Queen" and the OneCoin scandal. Jamie shares his in-depth investigation into Dr. Ruja Ignatova's infamous Ponzi scheme, providing listeners with an insider's perspective on one of the biggest scams in cryptocurrency history. From Jamie's personal journey of discovering the dark net to his real-time podcast investigation, this episode is packed with fascinating insights into the world of crypto fraud. They discuss the psychological tactics used by scammers, the regulatory gray zones exploited by OneCoin, and the ongoing mystery of Dr. Ruja's whereabouts. Highlights: Jamie Bartlett's background and how he became involved in the OneCoin investigation. The rise and fall of OneCoin and its impact on investors worldwide. The role of legal and compliance professionals in the OneCoin saga. Jamie's thoughts on the future of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Personal anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from Jamie's research and podcast production. Listen now and uncover the truths behind the Crypto Queen! Show Notes: 00:01 - Introduction and welcome with Jamie Bartlett. 00:37 - Jamie discusses the widespread fascination with the OneCoin story. 01:23 - The longevity of the OneCoin saga and its impact over the years. 02:09 - Jamie's personal experiences and challenges during the investigation. 03:01 - A brief background on Jamie Bartlett and his career journey. 03:30 - The early days of social media research and its implications. 04:25 - Jamie's exploration of the dark net and its early adopters. 06:06 - The rise of cryptocurrency and Jamie's initial involvement. 07:25 - The inception of the OneCoin investigation and Jamie's collaboration with the BBC. 10:09 - Dr. Ruja's strategy and the appeal of OneCoin to ordinary people. 12:17 - The multi-level marketing aspect of OneCoin. 15:02 - The global impact of OneCoin and its reach in various countries. 20:23 - The role of law firms and compliance in the OneCoin scheme. 28:06 - Jamie's perspective on blockchain and crypto technology. 50:02 - Jamie's personal views on the future of cryptocurrency. 55:47 - Jamie shares insights on the risks and rewards of investigating OneCoin. 56:39 - Final thoughts and Jamie's current work and projects. 57:41 - Jamie's hypothesis on Dr. Ruja's current status and whereabouts. Resources: Jamie Bartlett's Substack The Missing Crypto Queen Book The BBC's Missing Cryptoqueen Podcast Follow Us: Twitter: @ByndTheCode LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byndthecode/ Subscribe and Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform. Contact: For questions, feedback, or guest inquiries, email us at yitzy@hlawco.com

The Global Story
Missing Cryptoqueen: What happened to the world's most wanted woman?

The Global Story

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 25:27


Is she dead or alive? Ruja Ignatova launched a fake cryptocurrency that conned investors out of more than $4 billion. Then, with the police on her trail, she vanished. A years-long investigation has led BBC journalists down a rabbit hole of scams, spies and organised crime – including the new allegation that Ignatova may have been murdered by the suspected king of the Bulgarian underworld. But what is fact and what is rumour? Katya Adler is joined by Rob Byrne from the BBC podcast “The Missing Cryptoqueen”, and Storm Storm Theunissen from BBC Eye Investigations, who directed the Panorama film “The Missing Cryptoqueen: Dead or Alive?”TGS is part of the BBC News Podcasts family. The team that makes The Global Story also makes several other podcasts, such as Americast and Ukrainecast, which cover US news and the war in Ukraine. If you enjoy The Global Story, you may well like some of our other pods, too. To find them, simply search on your favourite podcast app.This episode was made by Peter Goffin. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor is Sergi Forcada Freixas and the senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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Whale Hunting
Dark Web, MLMs, and a Missing Cryptoqueen

Whale Hunting

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 32:27


Dr Ruja Ignatova has been on the run since 2017 after orchestrating one of the biggest scams in history. This week on Whale Hunting, Bradley chats to Jamie Bartlett, the author and broadcaster who brought Ruja's shocking story into the mainstream with the hit podcast The Missing Cryptoqueen. Her OneCoin scam was somewhere between a crypto rug pull and a multi-level marketing scheme that pulled in ordinary retail investors to the tune of $4 billion. In this episode, Bradley chats to Jamie about his unorthodox journey into podcasting, from tracking fringe movements on Facebook to digging into the dark net, and his theory that radical online groups are often the first to embrace new technology. They also look back at how Jamie initially came across Ruja's scam, and how the story of the missing cryptoqueen continues to evolve five years on from the podcast's launch. Want more from Whale Hunting? Head to our website at whalehunting.projectbrazen.com to subscribe to our newsletter delving into the murky worlds of money and power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Marketplace All-in-One
What will historic election results mean for economies?

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 8:45


From the BBC World Service: Mexico is set to elect its first female president, and South Africa’s African National Congress party has lost its majority after 30 years. So what will that look like for the economies of both countries? Then, a BBC investigation finds evidence about the fate of Ruja Ignatova — the woman on the FBI’s 10 most-wanted list for her alleged participation in a fake crypto scheme worth $4.5 billion.

Marketplace Morning Report
What will historic election results mean for economies?

Marketplace Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 8:45


From the BBC World Service: Mexico is set to elect its first female president, and South Africa’s African National Congress party has lost its majority after 30 years. So what will that look like for the economies of both countries? Then, a BBC investigation finds evidence about the fate of Ruja Ignatova — the woman on the FBI’s 10 most-wanted list for her alleged participation in a fake crypto scheme worth $4.5 billion.

The World Tonight
Nigel Farage says he'll stand for Reform as he takes over party leadership

The World Tonight

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 37:42


Nigel Farage used an "emergency announcement" to reveal that he had taken over leadership of Reform UK from his colleague Richard Tice, and would stand at the election in the seat of Clacton. That's despite ruling out standing after the election was called over a week ago. The champion of Brexit said he wanted to lead a "political revolt". We spoke to the man he replaced, Richard Tice.Many Mexicans are celebrating the election of the first woman President after elections there, but others are concerned about her plans for the constitution.And what has become of Ruja Ignatova, the so-called "cryptoqueen" who disappeared in 2017? A BBC investigation found new evidence suggesting she may have been murdered.

Estafadores Seriales
La Crypto Reina de la estafa - El caso de Ruja Ignatova

Estafadores Seriales

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 24:23 Transcription Available


En estafadores seriales el caso de Ruja Ignatova, la cripto-estafadora más buscada del mundo, que logró convencer a inversionistas de todo el mundo para que pongan su dinero en la empresa de la cual ella era dueña y creadora. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

L'Affaire
Cryptoqueen : L'Arnaque du siècle / 2. Au sommet de la pyramide

L'Affaire

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 29:56


Ruja Ignatova a réussi à faire sa place dans le milieu très fermé des cryptomonnaies et à gagner la confiance de millions de personnes. Elle multiplie les campagnes de publicités et les soirées mondaines pour parfaire son image. La reine de la cryptomonnaie a convaincu à partir d'une arnaque pourtant ordinaire : la pyramide de Ponzi. Et avec l'argent, elle ne développe pas non plus sa cryptomonnaie, mais elle enrichie un empire personnel colossal au dépend de nombreuses victimes.C'est simple, l'histoire que vous allez entendre est hors du commun : on y parle d'argent, de cupidité et de trahison. C'est l'histoire d'une ascension et d'une chute où se mêlent jalousie, vengeances et menaces. L'histoire d'une femme, Ruja Ignatova, qui est parvenue à tromper le monde entier avant de se volatiliser…En 2023, elle est recherchée par le FBI et par près de 3 millions et demi de personnes à travers le monde, qui espèrent pouvoir récupérer leur argent. Un mandat d'arrêt international a même été émis contre elle pour fraude. Des polices du monde entier, dont la police française, sont à ses trousses… Car selon des estimations, Ruja Ignatova, la fondatrice de la cryptomonnaie OneCoin, serait parvenue à détourner… 4 milliards de dollars.Cryptoqueen : L'Arnaque du siècle est une adaptation de la série documentaire Storytel "The Woman Who Scammed The World", produite par Paradiso media. Pour écouter gratuitement la suite des épisodes, rendez-vous sur https://www.storytel.com/fr/fr/Wendy Bouchard est journaliste de radio et de télévision. Après 15 ans à Europe 1, quatre années à la présentation de « Zone interdite » sur M6 et des collaborations régulières avec France Télévisions et Public Sénat, elle a rejoint le réseau France Bleu et présente depuis 2021 le magazine « Ma France ».CRÉDITS : Écriture : Nicolas StoyanovAdaptation : Clémence LecartRéalisateur : Marec Panchot avec Quentin KazmierczakProduction : Clémence Olivier, Anne-Cécile Kirry et Sina Mir avec Anna Finot et Léa WarrinProducteurs délégués : Lorenzo Benedetti, Louis Daboussy et Benoit DunaigreDirection de la production : Sandrine Vendel avec Caroline HallerResponsable marketing : Jeanne Longhini avec Lilou DelclitteAttachée de presse : Gaëlle JobJuridique : Ludye Nisol et Alix Du Plessis d'ArgentréGraphisme : StorytelAvec la participation d'experts en cryptomonnaie Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

L'Affaire
Cryptoqueen : l'arnaque du siècle / 1. Naissance de Sa Majesté, la Reine de la cryptomonnaie

L'Affaire

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 24:42


C'est simple, l'histoire que vous allez entendre est hors du commun : on y parle d'argent, de cupidité et de trahison. C'est l'histoire d'une ascension et d'une chute où se mêlent jalousie, vengeances et menaces. L'histoire d'une femme, Ruja Ignatova, qui est parvenue à tromper le monde entier avant de se volatiliser…En 2023, elle est recherchée par le FBI et par près de 3 millions et demi de personnes à travers le monde, qui espèrent pouvoir récupérer leur argent. Un mandat d'arrêt international a même été émis contre elle pour fraude. Des polices du monde entier, dont la police française, sont à ses trousses… Car selon des estimations, Ruja Ignatova, la fondatrice de la cryptomonnaie OneCoin, serait parvenue à détourner… 4 milliards de dollars.Cryptoqueen : L'Arnaque du siècle est une adaptation de la série documentaire Storytel "The Woman Who Scammed The World", produite par Paradiso media. Pour écouter gratuitement la suite des épisodes, rendez-vous sur https://www.storytel.com/fr/fr/Wendy Bouchard est journaliste de radio et de télévision. Après 15 ans à Europe 1, quatre années à la présentation de « Zone interdite » sur M6 et des collaborations régulières avec France Télévisions et Public Sénat, elle a rejoint le réseau France Bleu et présente depuis 2021 le magazine « Ma France ».CRÉDITS : Écriture : Nicolas StoyanovAdaptation : Clémence LecartRéalisateur : Marec Panchot avec Quentin KazmierczakProduction : Clémence Olivier, Anne-Cécile Kirry et Sina Mir avec Anna Finot et Léa WarrinProducteurs délégués : Lorenzo Benedetti, Louis Daboussy et Benoit DunaigreDirection de la production : Sandrine Vendel avec Caroline HallerResponsable marketing : Jeanne Longhini avec Lilou DelclitteAttachée de presse : Gaëlle JobJuridique : Ludye Nisol et Alix Du Plessis d'ArgentréGraphisme : StorytelAvec la participation d'experts en cryptomonnaie Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Modem Mischief
Crypto Queen. The Story of Ruja Ignatova & OneCoin

Modem Mischief

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 49:39


In the shadowy world of cryptocurrency, the enigmatic figure known as Ruja Ignatova, the infamous "Crypto Queen," orchestrated a Ponzi scheme, bilking billions of dollars from unsuspecting investors through her audacious creation, OneCoin. Join us as we delve deep into the chilling tale of deception, greed, and a woman whose cunning mastery of the digital underworld has earned her a place among the most notorious cybercriminals of our time. Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Show Transcript Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit

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Aftonbladet Daily
Rekordbedragaren från Östermalm

Aftonbladet Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 16:38


Snart kan svenske Karl Sebastian Greenwood dömas till 60 års fängelse i USA för sin medverkan i den påhittade kryptovalutan Onecoin. Tillsammans med kryptodrottningen Ruja Ignatova lurade han människor världen över på mer än 40 miljarder kronor i ett av de värsta bedrägerierna i historien. Hur lyckades Onecoin lura så många människor? Vem är egentligen Karl Greenwood och vad väntar honom nu? Gäst: Emelie Svensson, Aftonbladets reporter i USA. Programledare: Jenny Ågren. Kontakt: podcast@aftonbladet.se

Studio DN
Efterlyst av FBI – var är kryptodrottningen Ruja Ignatova?

Studio DN

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 16:13


När Ruja Ignatova spårlöst försvinner har hon och hennes svenske kompanjon lockat människor att investera miljonbelopp i en ny kryptovaluta. Det misstänks vara ett svindleri av historiska mått. Nu riskerar svenska Sebastian Greenwood mångårigt fängelsestraff i USA. Men var är Ruja Ignatova? Programledare: Emma Lukins. Med DN:s techredaktör Linus Larsson. Producenter: Linnéa Hjortstam och Sabina Marmullakaj.

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Bitcoin Italia Podcast
Misteri sotto l'ombrellone: episodio 2

Bitcoin Italia Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 23:43


Anche per il 2023 torna a grande richiesta la Summer Edition del Bitcoin Italia Podcast.Questo ultimo episodio speciale è dedicato al noir: una serie di misteri irrisolti per farvi rabbrividire anche nella calura estiva.In questo secondo episodio di "Misteri sotto l'ombrellone" ci poniamo alcune domande: chi è Ruja Ignatova la megalatitante anche conosciuta come Queen of Crypto? Quale mistero nasconde la sua persona?Buone vacanze BIPERS!It's showtime!

Ça peut vous arriver
ARNAQUE - Ruja Ignatova : la "Cryptoqueen" évanouie

Ça peut vous arriver

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 4:03


Aujourd'hui, l'histoire ahurissante de Ruja Ignatova: la "Cryptoqueen", celle que le FBI considère comme "l'une des plus grandes criminelles encore en liberté" ! Avant de disparaître en 2017, Ignatova a escroqué des millions de gens, pour un montant de quatre milliards de dollars ! Depuis, la jeune femme est introuvable et les rumeurs les plus folles circulent sur son compte... Cet été, du lundi au jeudi, David Buron vous raconte les plus grandes arnaques de l'Histoire ! Escrocs, faussaires, voleurs ou encore menteurs, personne n'échappe à l'œil de l'enquêteur de l'émission "Ça peut vous arriver".

Keen On Democracy
The Scottish Coal-Miner's Daughter Who Took on the Bulgarian Cryptoqueen: Jennifer McAdam on her battle to take down Ruja Ignatova and her $27 Billion OneCoin Scam

Keen On Democracy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 30:28


EPISODE 1644: In this KEEN ON show, Andrew talks to Jennifer McAdam, the author of DEVIL'S COIN, about her battle to take down Ruja Ignatova, the notorious Bulgarian OneCoin CryptoqueenJennifer McAdam had a long career in the marketing industry before launching her own consultancy working with IT companies throughout Scotland and abroad. Illness forced here to cut back on work, but she remains active in the industry. Since 2016 she has worked full-time, even from her sickbed, through her online Victims' Support Group to fight for retribution for the OneCoin fraud and to see the perpetrators brought to justice. Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.

Keen On Democracy
The Scottish Coal-Miner's Daughter Who Took on the Bulgarian Cryptoqueen: Jennifer McAdam on her battle to take down Ruja Ignatova and her $27 Billion OneCoin Scam

Keen On Democracy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 31:42


EPISODE 1644: In this KEEN ON show, Andrew talks to Jennifer McAdam, the author of DEVIL'S COIN, about her battle to take down Ruja Ignatova, the notorious Bulgarian OneCoin Cryptoqueen Jennifer McAdam had a long career in the marketing industry before launching her own consultancy working with IT companies throughout Scotland and abroad. Illness forced here to cut back on work, but she remains active in the industry. Since 2016 she has worked full-time, even from her sickbed, through her online Victims' Support Group to fight for retribution for the OneCoin fraud and to see the perpetrators brought to justice. Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Madigan's Pubcast
Episode 130: Wisconsin's Mythical Hodag, Hunting A Cryptoqueen, & The Duke's Peacock Ranch Sells

Madigan's Pubcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 88:38


Kathleen opens the show drinking a Hodag Beer from Northwoods Brewing Corp. She shares the tale of the Hodag, a mythical creature prominent in early Paul Bunyan stories, and then reviews her weekend in Milwaukee and Wausau which included sold-out shows at The Pabst and The Grand, touring the Pabst Mansion, and eating brats at the Milwaukee Brat House. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Queen Dolly's new duet with Miley Cyrus, “Rainbowland” has been temporarily removed from Waukesha's First grade curriculum because they find the message of acceptance “too controversial.” “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Old Dutch Spicy Dill Pickle chips, Wisconsin's Silver Springs Horseradish Sauce, and Flip Whip Creamy Ranch.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Ralphie the Demon dog and his new Instagram account, Mattress Mac's 2023 Astros World Series bet, Planet Fitness attempts to assume retail space from Bed Bath & Beyond,“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 400-year-old painting behind a renovated UK kitchen wall, and a 17th Century gold ring worth $12K is discovered by a teacher in his garden. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the pending sale of John Wayne's Peacock Ranch in California, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey sends Educational funds to a water park project, Tiger King Joe Exotic has announced that he's running for President, California moves forward with plans for a LA to Vegas high-speed train, missing cryptoqueen Ruja Ignatova found alive, we find out what happened to Quiznos, and a previously unknown Pollock painting worth $45M is discovered in a raid.WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and listening to The Missing Crypto Queen podcast from BBC Sounds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dying to be Found
FBI File: Ruja Ignatova

Dying to be Found

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 33:46


In 2014, Ruja Ignatova, an Oxford University law grad, founded a digital currency company called OneCoin. According to Ignatova, OneCoin would "kill" BitCoin, an already established cryptocurrency competitor. Ignatova built her empire through Pyramid and Ponzi schemes, and successfully convinced 1 million investors to back the business. But all good things come to an end, and by March 2017, US Federal agents closed in on the CryptoQueen. However, Ignatova read between the lines, made her last appearance at an investor's dinner, then vanished into thin. Today, Ignatova remains on the FBI's Top 10 Most Wanted Criminals list. Some sightings have been reported as late as 2022, but can she continue keeping one step ahead of authorities? You decide.Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! You can find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find us all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound.If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.Intro & Extro Music: Undersea World by DragonovTeachable Moments Music: Untold Story by Ballian De MoulleREFERENCES:Cryptoqueen: Has the missing fugitive reappeared?Property documents for a London apartment suggest wanted ‘crypto-queen' is alive after allegedly vanishing in 2017 with $4 billion from investorsRuja Ignatova: ‘Cryptoqueen' on FBI's most wanted list scammed investors, went on the runRuja Ignatova: Leaked police notes may have alerted FBI-wanted cryptoqueenRuja Ignatova: The crooked cryptoqueenThe FBI's most wanted ‘Crypto Queen' scammed investors out of $4 billion. Now, 5 years later, a London apartment listing may have blown her coverThe ‘Cryptoqueen' is now one of the FBI's 10 most wantedThis ‘Cryptoqueen' scammed investors out of $4 billion, the FBI says. Then she boarded a plane and disappearedWhat is the Securities Exchange Act of 1934? Reach and History

Verbrechen von nebenan: True Crime aus der Nachbarschaft
#96 Die Jagd nach der Crypto-Queen (mit Visa Vie)

Verbrechen von nebenan: True Crime aus der Nachbarschaft

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2023 95:07


Ihre Fans jubeln ihr zu, nennen sie die Königin des Internets: Im Oktober 2017 ist Ruja Ignatova auf dem Höhepunkt ihres Erfolgs, doch dann verschwindet sie spurlos und hinterlässt einen der größten Betrugsfälle der Welt. Zusammen mit Podcast-Kollegin Lottie alias Visa Vie spricht Philipp über die Geschichte einer faszinierenden Frau. +++ Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.htmlUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

Crypto Curious
68 - Exploring the Intrigue Behind CryptoQueen's Murder, Coinbase Layer 2, and the NFT Market's Record Plunge

Crypto Curious

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 26:34


This week's episode uncovers the hottest topics in the world of cryptocurrency. We discuss Coinbase's Layer 2 solution named BASE, and it's potential impact on the crypto market. Then it's time to turn into a true crime podcast with the mysterious murder of CryptoQueen & fugitive Ruja Ignatova, before talking about the unprecedented drop in the NFT market. Join us for an in-depth coverage of these exciting and controversial topics in the world of cryptocurrency. Subscribe so you're across the updates and insights on the latest trends in the crypto world.Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram, or send the team an email with all your thoughts here. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Crypto Curious is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Security Forum Podcasts
S16 Ep6: Jamie Bartlett - The Democratisation of Cybercrime

Security Forum Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 27:46


Today's episode offers a fascinating conversation with Steve and journalist Jamie Bartlett, a specialist in online culture and technology and author of several books, including The People Vs Tech: How the Internet is Killing Democracy and Radicals Chasing Utopia: Inside the Rogue Movements Trying to Change the World. Listeners may also be familiar with his BBC podcast series, The Missing Cryptoqueen, which uncovers the story of Dr Ruja Ignatova, the woman who promised to make millions rich through a cryptocurrency called OneCoin, and then disappeared. Steve and Jamie discuss current trends in cyber crime and what government, private companies, and individuals can do to fight back. Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

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What Bitcoin Did
The Queen of Scams with Jamie Bartlett - WBD596

What Bitcoin Did

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 89:48


Jamie Bartlett is the co-writer and presenter of the BBC's podcast The Missing Cryptoqueen, an ongoing investigation into OneCoin and the disappearance of its founder Ruja Ignatova in 2017. In this interview, we discuss the latest updates on the case that triggered the first new episodes in the podcast being released in over 2 years. - - - - OneCoin was called the greatest Ponzi scheme in crypto. Obviously, a lot has happened this year that is likely to result in a reappraisal of that statement. But, the fraud perpetrated was eyewatering: allegedly $4 billion was stolen from investors. This means it ranks as still one of the biggest Ponzi schemes both inside and outside of crypto. Yet, what differentiates OneCoin from other Ponzi schemes is that the lead character has yet to be punished: in 2017, Ruja Ignatova, the glamourous and enigmatic founder of OneCoin, disappeared. Jamie Bartlett, a seasoned investigative journalist, started looking for her in 2019. Rumours turned into breadcrumb trails, which turned into credible leads, which turned into dust. Whilst Ruja remains elusive, the deeper Jamie delves into this case the more ominous the story becomes. What started out as a scam by a set of audacious schemers, soon became a broader criminal enterprise involving organised crime, corrupted state officials and powerful interests. The FBI has made Ruja one of their ten most wanted fugitives. The stakes are massive. A troubling aspect of this case is the willingness of supposedly reputable people and firms to engage in ‘legal' support for this fraud, including intimidation of those who seek to uncover the truth. This case cuts to the core of what is wrong in both crypto and wider society: willingness within professional groups to go along with malfeasance when there is money to be made. This is why we need more people like Jamie. More than the dogged determination to see a story through to a suitable conclusion is the dedication to a life without the quick and easy financial payoffs of other professions. Journalists are willing to avoid the incentives offered by other industries to pursue truth. Perhaps such uncelebrated bravery is the real story here.

What Bitcoin Did
The Queen of Scams with Jamie Bartlett

What Bitcoin Did

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 89:47


“It's a gigantic pyramid scheme with all sorts of organised crime and money laundering angles to the story as well, but at the centre of it, it's just this woman who built a very sophisticated scam and then disappeared with all the money; and then the FBI finally put her on the 10 Most Wanted list about three months ago.”— Jaime BartlettJamie Bartlett is the co-writer and presenter of the BBC's podcast The Missing Cryptoqueen, an ongoing investigation into OneCoin and the disappearance of its founder Ruja Ignatova in 2017. In this interview, we discuss the latest updates on the case that triggered the first new episodes in the podcast being released in over 2 years. - - - - OneCoin was called the greatest Ponzi scheme in crypto. Obviously, a lot has happened this year that is likely to result in a reappraisal of that statement. But, the fraud perpetrated was eyewatering: allegedly $4 billion was stolen from investors. This means it ranks as still one of the biggest Ponzi schemes both inside and outside of crypto.Yet, what differentiates OneCoin from other Ponzi schemes is that the lead character has yet to be punished: in 2017, Ruja Ignatova, the glamourous and enigmatic founder of OneCoin, disappeared. Jamie Bartlett, a seasoned investigative journalist, started looking for her in 2019. Rumours turned into breadcrumb trails, which turned into credible leads, which turned into dust.Whilst Ruja remains elusive, the deeper Jamie delves into this case the more ominous the story becomes. What started out as a scam by a set of audacious schemers, soon became a broader criminal enterprise involving organised crime, corrupted state officials and powerful interests. The FBI has made Ruja one of their ten most wanted fugitives. The stakes are massive.A troubling aspect of this case is the willingness of supposedly reputable people and firms to engage in ‘legal' support for this fraud, including intimidation of those who seek to uncover the truth. This case cuts to the core of what is wrong in both crypto and wider society: willingness within professional groups to go along with malfeasance when there is money to be made.This is why we need more people like Jamie. More than the dogged determination to see a story through to a suitable conclusion is the dedication to a life without the quick and easy financial payoffs of other professions. Journalists are willing to avoid the incentives offered by other industries to pursue truth. Perhaps such uncelebrated bravery is the real story here.- - - - This episode's sponsors:Gemini - Buy Bitcoin instantlyLedn - Financial services for Bitcoin hodlersBitcasino - The Future of Gaming is hereFidelity - Careers in cryptoLedger - State of the art Bitcoin hardware walletWasabi Wallet - Privacy by defaultBCB Group - Global digital financial Services-----WBD596 - Show Notes-----If you enjoy The What Bitcoin Did Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following:Become a Patron and get access to shows early or help contributeMake a tip:Bitcoin: 3FiC6w7eb3dkcaNHMAnj39ANTAkv8Ufi2SQR Codes: BitcoinIf you do send a tip then please email me so that I can say thank youSubscribe on iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | SoundCloud | YouTube | Deezer | TuneIn | RSS FeedLeave a review on iTunesShare the show and episodes with your friends and familySubscribe to the newsletter on my websiteFollow me on Twitter Personal | Twitter Podcast | Instagram | Medium | YouTubeIf you are interested in sponsoring the show, you can read more about that here or please feel free to drop me an email to discuss options.

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Phishy Business
The Billion Dollar Cryptocurrency Scam

Phishy Business

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 31:25


In this episode of Phishy Business, we take a look at what has been called the smartest and biggest scam of the 21st century, OneCoin, a cryptocurrency that brought in $4 billion in investments via multi-level marketing and proved to be nothing but a scheme that made one woman who is still on the run very rich. This wasn't a backroom con, but in fact, was perpetrated by a woman whose adoring fans filled an arena two years after OneCoin's founding, and whose con took money from millions of people. Our special guest is Jamie Bartlett, author of The Missing Cryptoqueen: The Billion Dollar Cryptocurrency Con and the Woman Who Got Away with It, a book that started out as a podcast in which Jaime tells the all-too-true tale of Dr. Ruja Ignatova, the Oxford-educated fugitive who got away with billions. In ‘The Billion Dollar Cryptocurrency Scam' we discuss: How Jaime discovered this amazing story after presenting his findings following an investigation into drug sales on the Dark Web and was approached by a fellow journalist who was propositioned with this too-good-to-be-true cryptocurrency scam. A little background on cryptocurrency, its history, and how it works, as well as how Dr. Ruja presented a story and a cryptocurrency that was so appealing to so many people. How cryptocurrencies currently make ideal attack vectors for scammers. How FOMO is a very powerful tool in the cybercriminal arsenal and how it worked for Dr. Ruja. Why most people's murky understanding of the tech behind cryptocurrency allowed the alleged victims to be more easily duped by Dr. Ruja and her real and impressive credentials Why cries of OneCoin being a Ponzi scheme from the very beginning went unheeded by investors and regulators. How a simple selfie posted on social media can reveal a treasure trove of information for investigators…and for cybercriminals. If the promises of a product or service sound too good to be true, they probably are. About Phishy Business Fed up with the same old cybersecurity stories? Come with us on a journey that explores the lesser-known side. Whether it's social engineering, taking criminals to court or the journalists hunting down hackers — our new podcast series, Phishy Business, looks for new ways to think about cybersecurity. Mimecast's very own Brian Pinnock and Alice Jeffery are joined by guests from a range of unique security specialisms. Each episode explores tales of risk, reward and just a dash of ridiculousness to learn how we can all improve in the fight to stay safe. For more tales of risk, reward and ridiculousness, subscribe to Phishy Business on iTunes, Spotify, Anchor or wherever you get your podcasts. www.mimecast.com

Inside the FBI
Inside the FBI: Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Ruja Ignatova

Inside the FBI

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022


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Scam Goddess
Queen Coin w/ Amy Aniobi & Grace Edwards

Scam Goddess

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 77:15


What's poppin' con- gregation? This week we got Amy Aniobi & Grace Edwards discussing Dr. Ruja Ignatova, the once famed crypto genius known for her new currency, OneCoin, who ended up stealing nearly $4 billion before disappearing in 2017. Plus, a woman has been writing fake Russian history on Wikipedia for over ten years. Stay Schemin'! Sources:https://www.sixthtone.com/news/1010653/she-spent-a-decade-writing-fake-russian-history.-wikipedia-just-noticedhttps://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3185141/inside-ruja-ignatovas-crazy-rich-life-missing-cryptoqueenhttps://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-4bn-onecoin-scam-how-crypto-queen-dr-ruja-ignatova-duped-ordinary-people-out-of-billions-then-went-missing-trqpr52pqhttps://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3184333/missing-crypto-queen-ruja-ignatova-new-anna-sorokin-shes?module=inline&pgtype=articlehttps://www.bbc.com/news/stories-50435014

Smashing Security
284: The Most Wanted Missing CryptoQueen

Smashing Security

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 42:44


In this special edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast, computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault welcome back author and journalist Jamie Bartlett - host of "The Missing CryptoQueen" podcast. Jamie tells us about his new book, which shares more details about the disappearance of cryptocurrency scammer Dr Ruja Ignatova, and the subsequent hunt by law enforcement. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Theme tune: "Vinyl Memories" by Mikael Manvelyan. Assorted sound effects: AudioBlocks. Episode links: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07nkd84 (The Missing CryptoQueen podcast) — BBC. https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/442256/the-missing-cryptoqueen-by-bartlett-jamie/9780753559581 (The Missing CryptoQueen book) — Penguin. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62005066 (Missing Cryptoqueen: FBI adds Ruja Ignatova to top ten most wanted) — BBC News. https://www.smashingsecurity.com/store (Smashing Security merchandise (t-shirts, mugs, stickers and stuff)) Sponsored by: https://bitwarden.com/smashing/ (Bitwarden) – Password security you can trust. Bitwarden is an open source password manager trusted by millions of individuals, teams, and organizations worldwide for secure password storage and sharing. https://www.smashingsecurity.com/drata (Drata) – Put Security and Compliance on Autopilot. Build trust with your customers and scale securely with Drata, the smartest way to achieve continuous SOC 2, ISO 27001 & HIPAA compliance. https://www.cybersecurityinside.com/smashing (Cyber Security Inside podcast) -bringing you the most important and timely security topics as well as other industry experts for insightful conversations. Support the show: You can help the podcast by telling your friends and colleagues about “Smashing Security”, and leaving us a review on https://apple.co/2J1YMCu (Apple Podcasts) or https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/smashing-security-244729 (Podchaser). Become a https://www.patreon.com/smashingsecurity (Patreon supporter) for ad-free episodes and our early-release feed! Follow us: Follow the show on Twitter at https://twitter.com/smashinsecurity (@SmashinSecurity), or on the https://www.reddit.com/r/smashingsecurity (Smashing Security subreddit), or https://www.smashingsecurity.com/ (visit our website) for more episodes.

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Smashing Security
284: The Most Wanted Missing CryptoQueen

Smashing Security

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 42:43


In this special edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast, computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault welcome back author and journalist Jamie Bartlett - host of "The Missing CryptoQueen" podcast. Jamie tells us about his new book, which shares more details about the disappearance of cryptocurrency scammer Dr Ruja Ignatova, and the subsequent hunt by law enforcement. Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/284 to check out this episode's show notes and episode links. Follow the show on Twitter at @SmashinSecurity, or on the Smashing Security subreddit, or visit our website for more episodes. Remember: Follow us on Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app, to catch all of the episodes as they go live. Thanks for listening! Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Theme tune: "Vinyl Memories" by Mikael Manvelyan. Assorted sound effects: AudioBlocks. Special Guest: Jamie Bartlett.

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Blockchain Insider by 11:FS
166. News: UK Treasury looking at stablecoin regulation - what's to come?

Blockchain Insider by 11:FS

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 53:10


gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week to talk about the latest and greatest news in the world of crypto, including: UK Treasury to Introduce Stablecoin Regulation Within Weeks - 1:40 MakerDAO Members Vote On $100M DAI Vault for Bank - 14:21 Missing Cryptoqueen: FBI adds Ruja Ignatova to top ten most wanted - 27:10 Solana Labs Is Building a Web3 Mobile Phone - 34:22 NFT startups hire full-time ‘vibe managers' to lift the mood amid crypto collapse - 42:22 We are also joined by some amazing guests: * Melissa Stringer, CPO at Orbital * Maya Aloy, Account Manager & Head of LatAm at Republic Crypto The Tweet of the Week comes from Felicity Hannah, @FelicityHannah (https://twitter.com/FelicityHannah/status/1542806377315401729). This episode is sponsored by Visa. This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world's leaders in digital payments. Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part. Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials. Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto (https://partner.visa.com/homepage.html?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_content=sponsored-podcast_english_60min0sec&utm_campaign=us_fintech_q3-fy21-11fs-fintechinsider&utm_creative=awareness_11fs-fintech-insider). If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsider Special Guests: Maya Aloy and Melissa Stringer.

Ctrl Alt Delete
Jamie Bartlett (REPLAY): The World's Biggest Crypto Con

Ctrl Alt Delete

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 34:56


This is a replay episode with Jamie Bartlett recorded back in 2019, he is the bestselling author of multiple books including The Dark Net and People vs Tech. In this episode we are discussing his podcast The Missing Cryptoqueen, a BBC Sounds podcast described by The Telegraph as ‘the most gripping podcast since Serial': the podcast uncovers the mysterious story of Dr Ruja Ignatova who persuaded millions to join her financial revolution, a new cryptocurrency called One Coin that turned out to be a scam. Jamie Bartlett and Georgia Catt made the podcast trying to track her down and present a story of greed, deceit and herd madness. Definitely go and listen if you haven't already - and excitingly, Jamie recently revealed that he has written a book too called The Missing Cryptoqueen and it's been released in June 2022, one to order now! Hope you enjoy listening to this.Jamie's BBC Sounds podcast The Missing Cryptoqueen: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p07nkd84Jamie's new The Missing Cryptoqueen BOOK: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/153/9780753559581My Substack page, come and say hi: https://thehyphen.substack.com/My books: https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/emma-gannonBooks mentioned on Ctrl Alt Delete podcast: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/books-mentioned-on-ctrl-alt-delete-podcastTwitter: Twitter.com/emmagannonInstagram: Instagram.com/emmagannonuk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Intelligence Squared
Jamie Bartlett on Greed, Fortune and the Hunt for the Missing Cryptoqueen

Intelligence Squared

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 62:49


In 2016, on stage at Wembley Arena in front of thousands of adoring fans, Dr Ruja Ignatova promised her followers a financial revolution. The future, she said, belonged to cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. And the Oxford-educated, self-styled cryptoqueen promised that the cryptocurrency she had created – OneCoin – would not only earn its investors untold fortunes but also change the world. A year later investors had bought more than $4 billion-worth of OneCoin. The true believers lived all over the world – in the USA, Pakistan, Hong Kong, Yemen, the UK, Brazil and beyond. But in October 2017 Ruja Ignatova disappeared from public view, and it slowly became clear to her followers that her revolutionary cryptocurrency was in fact one of the biggest scams in history. In June 2022 Jamie Bartlett came to Intelligence Squared to tell the shocking story of Dr Ruja and OneCoin. He drew from his new book The Missing Cryptoqueen to explain how organised crime, influencer culture and hype around cryptocurrencies combined to dupe some of the world's poorest people into thinking they had discovered a route out of poverty. Bartlett also discussed the broader questions around cryptocurrency's future and his ongoing hunt to find the cryptoqueen, who has been in hiding for five years and was recently added to EUROPOL's most wanted list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Crypto Report
"El Salvador buys the dip " July 1, 2022

Daily Crypto Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 2:43


Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Brought to you by web3 with a16z Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,138 Ethereum is up .5% at $1045 and Binance Coin is down .5% at $217 Amp up 16% DOJ charges developer of Baller Ape NFT El Salvador buys 80 BTC Meta rolling out NFT feature for Facebook Greenidge air permit denited by NYDEC FBI adds Ruja Ignatova to most wanted list.

The Human Risk Podcast
Jamie Bartlett on The Missing Cryptoqueen

The Human Risk Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 66:54


What happens when a journalist investigates one of the biggest scams in history? My guest on this episode, Jamie Bartlett is the author of ‘The Missing Cryptoqueen', which tells the tale of his multi-year investigation into the disappearance of Dr Ruja Ignatova.Dr Ruja is the founder of OneCoin, a cryptocurrency that sold itself as an alternative to Bitcoin but was instead a pyramid-style scam which relieved people from 175 countries of at least £4 billion.The Missing Cryptoqueen is also the title of a BBC podcast that Jamie presents which explores the astonishing story behind OneCoin. In our conversation, Jamie explains how the One Coin scam worked, how he came across the story and what happened when he began to investigate it. We begin our conversation by exploring Jamie's early research into the Dark Net and how technology impacts our decision-making. He explains to my why, in many respects, algorithms prompt a reaction in us that is not dissimilar to religion.In that discussion, we talk about the English Defence League. More on them here: https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/politicsandpolicy/understanding-the-english-defence-league-life-on-the-front-line-of-an-imagined-clash-of-civilisations/To hear the BBC podcast on The Missing Crypto Queen - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07nkd84To learn more about Jamie's book - https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/112/1120307/the-missing-cryptoqueen/9780753559581.html

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