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The Terraform Labs and UST crisis that shook the market nearly two years ago continues to be a topic of interest. Let’s delve into the latest developments surrounding this cryptocurrency turmoil.
Do Kwon: The Figure Behind Terraform Labs
Do Kwon, the founder of Terraform Labs and the brains behind TerraUSD (UST) and Luna tokens, remains a controversial figure in the cryptocurrency realm. In mid-March 2022, the values of UST and Luna plummeted, resulting in a significant loss of around $60 billion for investors.
The Collapse of the Terra Ecosystem
In May 2022, the price of UST fell below its peg to the dollar, causing concern among investors. Despite reassurances from Kwon, the value continued to drop. Attempts to sustain the dollar peg through social media campaigns failed, leading to a massive sell-off of UST and Luna.
Investors began to view the Terra ecosystem as a pyramid scheme designed to defraud them of their investments.
Terraform’s Revival Efforts
In a bid to salvage the situation, Kwon unveiled plans for a new Terra blockchain, excluding UST. This proposal garnered support from a majority of investors.
Terra 2.0 was launched, but its value quickly plummeted, raising further doubts about the project’s sustainability.
Investigations by US and South Korean Authorities
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) launched an investigation into Terraform Labs, focusing on potential breaches of investor protection laws.
Similarly, South Korean authorities initiated their own probe into the collapse of the Terra cryptocurrency project, leading to legal repercussions for Kwon and others involved.
The Bankruptcy of Terraform Labs
On January 21, Terraform Labs filed for bankruptcy, with assets and liabilities estimated between $100 million and $500 million.
The company remains committed to meeting its financial obligations to employees and suppliers during the bankruptcy process.
Do Kwon’s Escape and Extradition Saga
Following an arrest warrant issued by South Korea, Kwon fled to evade legal action. After months of hiding, he was arrested in Montenegro for attempting to use a fake passport.
Debates over his extradition to the US or South Korea ensued, with Montenegro ultimately deciding to send him to South Korea for further legal proceedings.
Summing Up
As the saga of Terraform Labs and Do Kwon continues, the fate of investors and the legal repercussions faced by Kwon remain uncertain. With investigations ongoing, it’s clear that the fallout from this cryptocurrency crisis is far from over.
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