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Ex-NFL Co-owner Reginald Fowler Sentenced for $700 Million Crypto Shadow Bank Operation

by Dan K
Jun 6, 2023 - 4:30 pm
in Regulation
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Reginald Fowler: From NFL co-owner to Convicted Fraudster

Reginald Fowler, a former co-owner of the Minnesota Vikings and prominent figure in the NFL, has been handed a six-year sentence after being found guilty of running a “shadow bank” operation within the crypto industry. The sentencing follows his involvement in over $700 million worth of unregulated transactions over a 10-month period in 2018.

Unraveling the $700 million Shadow Bank Scheme

The US Attorney’s Office in New York issued a statement on June 5, announcing Fowler’s sentencing of 75 months on charges of bank fraud and money laundering. This development concludes a five-year-long legal case that began with Fowler’s arrest in 2019 for his alleged participation in shadow banking activities.

Fowler’s Betrayal of the Alliance of American Football

Williams further highlighted Fowler’s fraudulent actions that victimized the Alliance of American Football (AAF), a former professional football league. Fowler misrepresented his net worth to obtain a substantial stake in the league.

Fowler’s Ties with Crypto Firms and Consequences of the Conviction

According to Williams, Fowler established Global Trading Solutions (GTS) around February 2018 to collaborate with Crypto Capital and other cryptocurrency firms based in Israel. Fowler’s convictions included bank fraud conspiracy, operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business, conspiracy to run an unlicensed money-transmitting business, and wire fraud. In addition to the prison sentence, Fowler has been ordered to forfeit $740 million and pay over $53 million in restitution to the AAF.

A Stern Warning to the Crypto Industry

The conviction of Reginald Fowler serves as a stern warning to the crypto industry. Fowler’s case underscores the importance of strict regulation and transparency in the handling of cryptocurrencies to prevent the misuse of these digital assets. As the crypto industry continues to grow and evolve, adherence to established laws and regulations becomes more critical to maintain its credibility and to protect investors.

The six-year sentence and significant financial penalties imposed on Fowler reaffirm the commitment of authorities to ensuring the integrity of financial systems. This landmark case exemplifies the serious consequences awaiting those who engage in fraudulent activities and seek to circumvent federal regulations.

In the wake of Fowler’s conviction, authorities, as well as individuals and companies within the crypto industry, are expected to further strengthen their efforts in preventing fraudulent activities, ensuring the crypto market’s security, and promoting its sustainable growth.

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