Rumors circulate that Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky attempted to flee the U.S.
Unconfirmed information It was revealed that Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky was about to leave the United States last week.
Celsius is fighting a liquidity crisis
On June 13, Celsius announced that it had suspended its withdrawal due to “extreme market conditions.” Prior to this, some users reported that it was difficult to withdraw the funds that were causing the rumors that the company was bankrupt.
Later, it became clear that Celsius engaged in risky investment practices, leading to transaction losses and lack of liquidity.
A consortium led by Goldman Sachs is reportedly interested in buying Celsius’ assets in a $ 2 billion transaction if the company files for bankruptcy.
Celsius users continue to blame the company for handling the crisis, saying that lack of transparency and infrequent updates represent serious concerns.
last communication A short notice from Celsius was more than a week ago, and the company confirmed open dialogue with regulatory agencies and authorities. There was no mention of when the withdrawal would resume.
No verification from validated sources
On Monday, the co-founder of analytics firm Digital Assets Data Mike AlfredTweeted that Machine Ski tried to board the plane Morristown AirportSpecializes in private and corporate charter flights before being suspended by the authorities, New Jersey.
Breaking news: Alex Machineski tried to leave the country via Morristown Airport this week, but was stopped by authorities. At this time, it is unknown whether he was arrested or simply forbidden to leave. Please contact me for more information.
— Mike Alfred (@mikealfred) June 27, 2022
Alfred and Machineski previously had public spats on the legitimacy of Celsius and its business models and practices.
CryptoSlate asked Alfred for comment, but did not receive a reply.
In response to rumors @Zach_HODL_ONDescribed himself as a “100% pure Celsian HOD Ler,” he tweeted that all Celsius employees continue to work hard “to stabilize liquidity and operations.”It also rejects reports that Machine Ski has tried to leave the United States.
Update – “In line with the previous message, all Celsius employees, including the CEO, are focused on stabilizing liquidity and operations, so Celsius’ CEO will leave the United States. The report that said was wrong. “
— Zack (@Zach_HODL_ON) June 27, 2022
Comment on this, Twitter user I asked why this information came from machine skis and the official Twitter company.
Machine skis haven’t tweeted since then June 15, When he sought patience during this difficult time.Similarly, the last post in Celsius June 20As mentioned above, provided the latest information on cooperation with the authorities.
In response to @Zach_HODL_ON Alfred He asked how he got this information and when Celsius customers could access their funds.
If this is true, why is the executive team hiding?
Are you a paid full-time employee of the company, or are they paying you under the table to post this junk?
What about the latest information about when customers start receiving funds?
I thought so too. More BS.
— Mike Alfred (@mikealfred) June 27, 2022
Alfred Later, sources claimed to have informed him that Muskinsky had attempted to fly to Israel.
Machine skis Born in Ukraine However, he moved to Israel as a child. He later emigrated to the United States in 1989.
