Polish prosecutors have launched an investigation into cryptocurrency exchange Zondacrypto over allegations of fraud and investor losses. Authorities say several hundred victims have been identified, with estimated losses reaching at least 350 million Polish zloty (around $97 million). The case has drawn attention due to the exchange’s large Polish user base despite being registered in Estonia.
CEO Przemysław Kral Reportedly in Israel Amid Crisis
CEO Przemysław Kral is reportedly in Israel for about a week, according to Polish media reports. He is said to hold Israeli citizenship, which could complicate extradition if legal action advances. His last known communication included an admission that Zondacrypto’s cold wallet containing 4,500 Bitcoin was inaccessible. His email contact has since become unavailable.
Governance Issues and Board Resignations Raise Concerns
Pressure increased after resignations from the supervisory board of BB Trade Estonia OÜ, the company operating Zondacrypto. Former board member Georgi Džaniašvili said the crisis was learned through media reports, highlighting “material inconsistencies” and weak internal transparency.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk linked the case to potential foreign influence and said up to 30,000 users may be affected. He compared it to past financial scandals and criticized regulatory delays under the EU’s MiCA framework, which aims to strengthen crypto investor protections.
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