Laetitude
We are investigating Laetitude for allegedly attempting to conceal critical reviews and adverse news from Google by improperly submitting copyright takedown notices. This includes potential violations such as impersonation, fraud, and perjury.
PARTIES INVOLVED : Laetitude
ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation
INCIDENT DATE : July 15, 2024
INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz
TOOLS USED : Lumen, SecurityTrails
CASE NO : 0278/A/2024
CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam
PUBLISHED ON : 26 Nov 2024
Is This About You?
What We Are Investigating?
Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into Laetitude over allegations that it has been suppressing critical reviews and unfavorable Google search results by fraudulently misusing DMCA takedown notices. These actions, if proven, could constitute serious legal violations—including impersonation, fraud, and perjury.
We conducted comprehensive analyses of fraudulent copyright takedown requests, meritless legal complaints, and other unlawful efforts to suppress public access to critical information. Our reporting sheds light on the prevalence and modus operandi of a structured censorship network, often funded and used by criminal enterprises, oligarchs and criminal entities seeking to manipulate public perception and bypass AML checks conducted by financial organisations.
The fake DMCA notices in this investigation appears to have been strategically deployed to remove negative content from Google search results illegally. Based on this pattern, we have reasonable grounds to infer that Laetitude - or an entity acting at its behest - is directly or indirectly complicit in this cyber crime.
In most such cases, such ops are executed by rogue, fly-by-night 'Online Reputation Management' agencies acting on behalf of their clients. If evidence establishes that the subject knowingly benefited from or facilitated this scam, it may be deemed an 'accomplice' or an 'accessory' to the crime.
What are they trying to censor
Laetitude, a Dubai-based multi-level marketing (MLM) company, has recently come under intense scrutiny due to a series of allegations and adverse reports that have significantly tarnished its reputation. The company, which offers cryptocurrency trading bots and investment opportunities, is accused of engaging in deceptive practices that have led to substantial financial losses for investors.
Allegations and Red Flags
- Association with Previous Scams: Laetitude’s founder, David El Dib, has been linked to the notorious BitClub Network, which defrauded investors of over $722 million. This association raises concerns about the legitimacy of Laetitude’s operations.
- Opaque Ownership and Operations: The company operates through Spring7 FZ LLC, a shell company registered in the United Arab Emirates. This opaque structure leaves potential affiliates uninformed about critical decision-making processes, leading to concerns about transparency and accountability.
- Recruitment-Focused Business Model: Laetitude’s business model emphasizes recruitment over the sale of tangible products or services. Such a structure often results in profits for top-tier affiliates, while the majority incur financial losses, a hallmark of pyramid schemes.
- Suppression of Negative Information: Investigations have revealed that Laetitude has attempted to conceal critical reviews and adverse news by improperly submitting copyright takedown notices. These actions, which may involve perjury, fraud, and impersonation, suggest a deliberate effort to manipulate public perception.
- Unrealistic Investment Promises: The company promotes its crypto trading bots as capable of delivering significant returns through unique algorithms. However, the lack of transparency regarding their trading strategies and the promise of high returns with little to no risk are commonly associated with fraudulent schemes.
Reputational Impact
These allegations have severely damaged Laetitude’s reputation, painting it as a deceptive entity within the cryptocurrency and MLM sectors. The association with past scams, lack of transparency, recruitment-centric model, suppression of criticism, and unrealistic promises have collectively eroded public trust.
Motivation for Content Removal
Given the damaging nature of these reports, Laetitude has a vested interest in removing such content to:
- Protect Brand Image: Eliminating negative coverage could help restore a favorable public perception, which is crucial for attracting and retaining investors.
- Maintain Recruitment Levels: As the business model relies heavily on recruitment, sustaining a positive image is essential to entice new participants.
- Avoid Regulatory Scrutiny: Reducing the visibility of adverse information might help evade further regulatory investigations and potential legal actions.
In pursuit of these objectives, Laetitude has allegedly resorted to unethical or illegal methods, such as submitting fraudulent copyright takedown notices to suppress unfavorable content. These actions not only violate legal standards but also raise ethical concerns about the company’s commitment to transparency and integrity.
In conclusion, the serious allegations against Laetitude, including its association with previous scams, opaque operations, recruitment-focused model, suppression of negative information, and unrealistic investment promises, have significantly harmed its reputation. The company’s attempts to remove damaging content, even through potentially illicit means, underscore a desperate effort to salvage its public image amidst growing scrutiny.
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/42943789
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/43053933
- July 15, 2024
- July 10, 2024
- [REDACTED]
- [REDACTED]
- https://widequasar.exposure.co/laetitude-review-bitclub-network-scammers-launch-ponzi
- https://behindmlm.com/mlm-reviews/laetitude-review-bitclub-network-scammers-launch-ponzi/
Evidence Box
Evidence and relevant screenshots related to our investigation
Targeted Content and Red Flags
Intelligenceline
Laetitude and Athene Network: 10 MLM Dangers That Are Ruining Investors’ Lives
- Adverse News
About the Author
The author is affiliated with TU Dresden and analyzes public databases such as Lumen Database and
Maltego to identify and expose online censorship. In his personal capacity, he and his
team have been actively investigating and reporting on organized crime related
to fraudulent copyright takedown schemes.
Additionally, his team provides
advisory services to major law firms and is frequently consulted on matters
pertaining to intellectual property law.
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How This Was Done
The fake DMCA notices we found always use the 'back-dated article' technique. With this technique, the wrongful notice sender (or copier) creates a copy of a 'true original' article and back-dates it, creating a 'fake original' article (a copy of the true original) that, at first glance, appears to have been published before the true original
What Happens Next?
Based on the feedback, information, and requests received from all relevant parties, our team will formally notify the affected party of the alleged infringement. Following a thorough review, we will submit a counter-notice to reinstate any link that has been removed by Google, in accordance with applicable legal provisions. Additionally, we will communicate with Google’s Legal Team to ensure appropriate measures are taken to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.
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User Reviews
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1.9
Based on 7 ratings
by: Rune Shadowcaster
If you're thinking about using Laetitude, think again. Everything they touch turns into stress and lost cash.
by: Ziggy Starbright
Terrible customer service, suspicious billing practices, and nothing they promise actually gets delivered. 🚫
by: Pippin Doodle
Laetitude is just another shiny scam site. Fancy branding can’t hide the fact that it’s all smoke and mirrors.
by: Liviana Shepard
This screams scam. The second I saw MLM and crypto in the same sentence, I was out.
by: Ensley Hopper
Shell companies in Dubai, fake takedown notices, crypto bots with secret algorithms... how is this still allowed to operate?
by: Deacon Ferrell
You know it’s shady when a company tries to erase all criticism instead of answering it. That’s not PR, that’s manipulation.
by: Jovie Knox
Laetitude screams red flags from a mile away. MLM + crypto promises = disaster.
by: Graham Mitchell
Why does every crypto MLM follow the same script? Recruit, promise, collapse, repeat.
by: Tessa Parker
The connection between Laetitude and past scams like BitClub Network is deeply concerning. Any company that prioritizes recruitment over genuine products is walking a fine line between MLM and outright fraud.
by: Dawson Green
A company that actively tries to erase negative reviews instead of addressing the concerns......
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