​A prominent figure in the Russian crypto world, named Valeria Fedyakina (known as Bitmama), swindled more than $150 million (Rp. 2.2 trillion).

Reportedly, several years ago, Valeria began to actively engage with local companies and individuals in the crypto-fiat exchange business. While building a relationship of trust and friendship, he launched his own money exchange business and then offered crypto investments with returns of up to 1% for three days. He quickly became one of the most influential and trusted figures in the local crypto scene. However, a few days ago, his website stopped working, and he stopped responding to all communications.

The amount of $150 million (Rp. 2.2 trillion) stolen is a preliminary estimate because most of Valeria's clients are businessmen and criminals involved in money laundering. As a result, not all of them reported their losses but it is known that the minimum investment amount received was $1 million (Rp. 15 billion).

Most likely none of the defrauded users will report the case to the police. Instead, they are now trying to unite the victims and find alternative solutions to this problem.