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Six Common Financial Pyramid Fraud Schemes

Financial pyramids are often disguised as investment funds, trading communities, or innovative projects promising “stable” or “guaranteed” returns.

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    Promises of fixed returns without any verifiable revenue source

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    Payouts depend primarily on recruiting new participants

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    Withdrawals delayed due to alleged “audits” or “system upgrades”

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    Fabricated dashboards showing artificial growth

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    Pressure to reinvest instead of withdrawing funds

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    Sudden shutdown and disappearance of organizers

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How a Financial Pyramid Case Was Handled Step by Step

A client reached out after payouts stopped in an investment project showing clear financial pyramid characteristics. Below is the sequence of actions followed while handling this case.

  • Initial
    Assessment

    We reviewed the project’s investment model, payout history, participant structure, and communications with organizers to identify indicators of a pyramid scheme.

  • Evidence
    Consolidation

    All materials, including agreements, payment records, and promotional claims, were consolidated into a structured case file.

  • Payment Channel
    Coordination

    Payment channels were engaged and anti-fraud procedures were initiated to limit further fund movement and document transactions.

  • Recovery
    Outcome

    Following the review and coordination process, a portion of the funds was returned to the client.

$8,000 Funds Recovered
14 days Review Timeframe
88% Success Probability

Each Financial Pyramid Case Is Unique, but the Methodology Remains Consistent: Structural Analysis, Evidence Review, and Coordinated Action With Financial Institutions

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Leadership Team Focused on Financial Pyramid Cases

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A specialized structure was established to address investment projects showing signs of financial pyramids. It brings together experts in investment model analysis, transaction monitoring, document review, and complex case coordination.

Core Objective
“The team brings together financial analysts, investment model specialists, legal advisors, and technical experts. This approach allows pyramid structures to be identified systematically and each case to be handled through a consistent process.” - Keir Starmer
  • leader photo Keir Starmer Senior Strategic Advisor
  • leader photo Michel Barnier Senior Analytical Advisory Lead
  • leader photo Werner Kogler Risk & Governance Oversight Advisor
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Our Results in Financial Pyramid Cases

Financial pyramid cases require detailed analysis of investment models, fund flows, and payout structures. The figures below reflect aggregated results related specifically to pyramid-based investment schemes.

2019 Activity Start
545 Cases Reviewed
$16 Million Involved
737 Clients Assisted
92% Positive Outcome

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If you have questions or need assistance related to a potential fraud case, feel free to contact us. Our team will review your situation and explain the available next steps.

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