Vietnamese authorities have detained several suspects linked to the ONUS platform in connection with an alleged large-scale crypto fraud scheme. The Ministry of Public Security stated that the group used misleading promotions and coordinated trading activity to attract investors and manipulate token prices.
Investigators claim the suspects created artificial supply and demand conditions, presenting tokens as legitimate investment opportunities while maintaining centralized control over market activity. Tokens reportedly promoted in the scheme included VNDC, ONUS, and HNG, which authorities allege were marketed through aggressive promotional campaigns.
Officials identified key individuals connected to the case, including Vuong Le Vinh Nhan, Tran Quang Chien, and Ngo Thi Thao. Authorities said the operation raised billions of dollars from investors, although a detailed breakdown of total losses has not been disclosed.
Multi-Agency Probe Expands Across Several Cities
The arrests followed a multi agency investigation spanning multiple locations, with more than 140 individuals summoned for questioning and significant evidence seized. The case highlights increasing regulatory scrutiny in Vietnam, a country ranked among the world’s most active cryptocurrency adoption markets.
In a related development, authorities in India reported the arrest of a suspect linked to scam compounds in Myanmar, where victims were allegedly forced to conduct online fraud operations targeting global investors.
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