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Ronaldinho denies part in alleged $61M crypto scam at congressional hearing

Published 08/31/2023, 11:44 PM
Updated 09/01/2023, 01:20 AM

Retired pro soccer star Ronaldinho Gaúcho has testified at a congressional hearing in Brazil, denying his involvement in an alleged $61 million crypto pyramid scheme that bore his name.

On Aug. 31 Ronaldinho appeared before a parliamentary committee inquiry where he refuted any role in the scheme called “18kRonaldinho" that promised 2% daily returns on crypto. A lawsuit was filed against the firm, seeking $61 million in damages.

The inquiry showed an image of Ronaldinho with the text “Your money yielding up to 2% a day” (translated). Source: YouTube

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