HotNews No. 134: Coinplex – Arrests of Ponzi Scheme Promoters in Poland

Recently, nine promoters of the Coinplex Ponzi scheme were arrested in Poland. This operation, carried out on September 1, 2025, represents a significant step in combating financial crime and provides encouragement for victims of similar scams.

What was Coinplex?

Coinplex was a Chinese “click a button” application that promised users high profits simply by clicking a button. Investors contributed funds in the hope of earning quick returns; however, payouts were made solely from funds provided by new investors, a hallmark of Ponzi schemes. When the influx of new users slowed, the platform ceased payments and became inaccessible.

Operation in Poland

The Polish Central Office for Combating Cybercrime (CBZC), in cooperation with the Regional Prosecutor’s Office in Rzeszów and the Customs and Tax Office in Przemyśl, conducted an investigation that led to the arrest of nine individuals suspected of organizing and operating the Ponzi scheme. The suspects face charges of participation in an organized criminal group, money laundering, fraud, and illegal collection of funds from individuals. During the operation, authorities conducted searches at twenty-one locations and seized cash and assets worth 1.5 million PLN (~$413,000 USD)

Message to Victims

This case demonstrates that justice can be pursued even in complex international scams. While the main organizers of Coinplex remain at large, the arrests of promoters in Poland send a strong message that financial crime will not be tolerated. Victims of similar schemes should know they are not alone and that legal avenues exist to seek justice.

Recommendations for Victims

If you have been affected by similar scams, it is strongly advised to:

• Collect and preserve all relevant evidence, including communications, payments, and transaction records.
• Contact the appropriate authorities or legal advisors experienced in financial fraud cases.
• Exercise caution in future investments and verify the legitimacy of platforms before committing funds.

It is important for victims to know that legal mechanisms exist to recover funds and that the fight against financial crime continues.

Your DefendMe Team