Scams, hacks, stolen keys, the bear market — all these dangers are well-known to any crypto user. We can hide from them and follow simple safety rules to prevent them from affecting us, but there are monsters lurking in the crypto world that there’s no safeguarding from. With great fortune often comes great vulnerability. As one’s wealth grows, one starts to attract unwanted attention. This is especially true for crypto magnates, who frequently talk about their profits online and aren’t as used to protecting themselves as people whose wealth came from more traditional sources. Over the years, quite a number of crypto whales have met an unfortunate end at the hand of other people. Today, I will talk about some of them and look at the impact cryptocurrency can have on one’s life.
But before we go any further, I’d like to ask you a question: since this is Halloween, let’s have a small private seance. If you could summon the spirit of one of these unfortunate souls, what would you ask them? Are you more curious about the circumstances of their unexpected deaths or the way they amassed their wealth?
Dead Crypto Billionaires and Millionaires: Untimely Tragedies
Although I am only listing 5 victims here, there were many more. Among them are Matthew Mellon, an XRP crypto billionaire; Gerald Cotten, a crypto millionaire who is thought to have faked his own death; Tiantian Kullander, the co-founder of Amber Group; and others. What unites all these cryptocurrency billionaires and millionaires is the mysterious circumstances surrounding their demise: some have been outright murdered, some have succumbed to unexpected illness or suicide, and some have simply disappeared.
Who is Fernando Pérez Algaba?
Fernando Pérez Algaba, a pioneering crypto influencer, rose from humble beginnings as a sandwich seller at 14 to amass remarkable wealth through cryptocurrency. His entrepreneurial spirit, as detailed by El Pais, was evident as he built his fortune, showcasing luxurious assets like exotic vehicles and premium watches and hosting grand parties for his expansive following of 916k on Instagram.
What happened?
The bone-chilling discovery of Algaba’s body happened on July 23,2023, when two children stumbled upon his remains packed in a suitcase near an Argentine stream. The tragedy immediately drew attention due to the suspicious circumstances of his death, especially since it was apparent the act bore the mark of a professional. As investigations deepen into Algaba’s mysterious death,various factors emerge: his deepening debt, conflict with the Argentine tax agency, and concerning affiliations, including ties to a notorious football hooligan group. As authorities untangle this web, they explore numerous potential motives, including personal vendettas and intricate fraud schemes. Nikolai Mushegian
Who is Nikolai Mushegian?
Nikolai Mushegian, a name renowned in cryptocurrency spheres, was the visionary behind the creation of the stablecoin DAI and the co-founder of the crypto lending platform MakerDAO. His endeavors aimed at combating global banking corruption, which made him a hero for many in the crypto community.
What happened?
In a heart-wrenching incident, Mushegian was found lifeless, drifting off Puerto Rico’s shores in October 2022. This mysterious death becomes even more chilling considering some of his last tweets, which insinuated his foreknowledge of threats against his life, which he blamed on the US and Israeli intelligence agencies, along with the “pedo elite.”
