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California Man Sentenced for $37M Crypto Scam Amid DOJ Crackdown

9 September 2025
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source: abc.net.au

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  • The DOJ prosecutes fraud and educates the public on digital asset safety.

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  • A California man has been sentenced for orchestrating a $37 million cryptocurrency scam that defrauded investors. 
  • The Department of Justice (DOJ) continues to intensify its enforcement efforts against crypto-related fraud. 
  • This case highlights the increasing legal risks facing scammers in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem.

A California man has received a prison sentence for running a $37 million cryptocurrency scam, marking a significant milestone in the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) ongoing crackdown on crypto fraud. The defendant, Shengsheng He, employed deceptive schemes to defraud investors, capitalizing on the rapid rise and relative anonymity associated with cryptocurrencies.

California Man Sentenced for Role in Global Digital Asset Investment Scam Conspiracy Resulting in Theft of More than $36.9M from Victimshttps://t.co/vgp0wEys4J

— Criminal Division (@DOJCrimDiv) September 8, 2025

This sentencing reflects the DOJ’s amplified efforts to target and dismantle fraudulent activities in the digital asset sector, where scams and illicit schemes have proliferated with the mainstream adoption of blockchain technology. Authorities continue to send a clear message: individuals engaged in defrauding crypto investors will face severe legal consequences.

The case involved elaborate tactics to mislead and defraud investors, leveraging the borderless nature and complex technical framework of cryptocurrency. It exposed the vulnerabilities within both traditional and Web3 investment spheres, where regulatory clarity is still evolving.

The DOJ prosecutes fraud and educates the public on digital asset safety.

Legal experts highlight that this outcome serves as a cautionary tale for would-be scammers, reinforcing that regulatory bodies are becoming more adept at tracking and prosecuting crypto crimes. The DOJ’s approach involves not only prosecuting these frauds but also educating the public on safeguarding digital assets.

The sentencing also aligns with broader regulatory trends aimed at clarifying the responsibilities of developers, platforms, and users in the crypto ecosystem. Recent DOJ policy shifts emphasize that while software developers are generally not criminally liable for merely writing code, those who knowingly facilitate fraud or illegal money transmission face harsh penalties.

As digital asset markets continue their expansion, cases like this emphasize the importance of regulatory compliance and investor vigilance. The DOJ’s crackdown extends beyond individual scammers to systemic enforcement actions designed to uphold integrity and trust in cryptocurrency markets.

Meanwhile, Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky is pushing back hard against the U.S. Department of Justice’s request for a 20-year prison sentence, accusing prosecutors of painting him as a “venom-laced” villain and ignoring his clean business record. 

 

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