LBLV
We are investigating LBLV 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 : LBLV
ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation
INCIDENT DATE : November 09, 2023
INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz
TOOLS USED : Lumen, SecurityTrails
CASE NO : 5456/A/2025
CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam
PUBLISHED ON : 16 March 2025
Is This About You?
What We Are Investigating?
Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into LBLV 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 LBLV - 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
The Mirage of Prosperity
LBLV bills itself as a gateway to financial freedom, a community where aspiring traders can “connect” with experts and unlock the secrets of the markets. Their marketing materials are a symphony of buzzwords: “exclusive strategies,” “life-changing results,” and my personal favorite, “financial empowerment.” It’s all very inspiring—until you realize their most consistent “strategy” appears to be dodging accountability.
But let’s not take my word for it. The Brazilian complaint platform Reclame Aqui hosts a treasure trove of grievances against LBLV. Two threads in particular, which I’ll refer to as “The Warning” and “The Financial Coup,” paint a picture so bleak it would make even the most optimistic investor reach for a stiff drink. Customers allege everything from withheld withdrawals (“I’ve been waiting six months for my money!”) to outright deception (“They promised mentorship but ghosted me after payment”). One user eloquently summarized the experience as “a black hole for your savings.”
Yet LBLV’s response to these complaints? A mix of robotic corporate speak (“We’re committed to resolving this”) and, when that fails, radio silence. How very… innovative.
The Red Flags Are So Red, They’re Neon
Let’s play a game I like to call “Spot the Obvious.” Here’s what users report:
- Withdrawal Woes: The hallmark of any reputable financial service is, of course, the inability to access your own money. Multiple complainants describe Kafkaesque processes to withdraw funds, including sudden “fee” requirements, unexplained delays, and accounts mysteriously frozen after requesting payouts. One user noted they were told their withdrawal was “under review” indefinitely—a phrase that translates roughly to “Don’t hold your breath.”
- The Ghost Mentors: For a company that sells education, LBLV’s commitment to teaching seems… flexible. Customers paid hundreds (or thousands) for trading courses and mentorship, only to find their “experts” were about as reachable as a WhatsApp message to Mars. When pressed, LBLV blamed “high demand” for the lack of support. How convenient—nothing says “trust us” like blaming your customers for expecting what they paid for.
- The Five-Star Illusion: Before the complaints piled up, LBLV’s Reclame Aqui profile was curiously adorned with glowing reviews. But dig deeper, and a pattern emerges: many five-star ratings are from accounts with no prior activity, raving about “life-changing results” in suspiciously similar language. Meanwhile, legitimate negative reviews vanish faster than a meme coin’s value. Coincidence? Or a masterclass in reputation laundering?
Censorship as a Business Model
Here’s where LBLV’s creativity truly shines. Faced with a growing chorus of criticism, the company hasn’t opted for introspection or reform. Instead, they’ve embraced censorship with the enthusiasm of a dictator at a free-speech convention.
- Disappearing Acts: Negative reviews on Reclame Aqui? Poof—gone. Users report their posts being removed within hours, often with no explanation. When questioned, LBLV hides behind platform policies, claiming violations of “terms of service.” Yet curiously, only critical posts seem to breach these terms. Positive ones, no matter how sketchy, stay put. Imagine that.
- Legal Threats: Several complainants mentioned receiving intimidating messages from LBLV or affiliated parties, warning of “legal consequences” for “defamation.” One user shared an email stating, “Your claims harm our reputation and will be pursued vigorously.” Translation: “Shut up, or we’ll bury you in paperwork.” It’s a classic tactic—bullying critics into silence while pretending to uphold “professional standards.”
- The Social Media Purge: On platforms like Instagram and YouTube, comments questioning LBLV’s practices are swiftly deleted. Their pages are scrubbed cleaner than a crime scene, leaving only a curated highlight reel of success stories. Meanwhile, former members allege that internal groups police dissent, banning users who dare to ask, “Where’s my money?”
Why Should Investors Care? Let Me Count the Ways
If you’re thinking, “So what? All companies have complaints,” let me stop you right there. This isn’t about a few disgruntled customers—it’s about systemic deception. When a firm prioritizes silencing critics over addressing issues, it’s not a red flag; it’s a fireworks display spelling “RUN.”
Consider the parallels to Ponzi schemes: delayed withdrawals, overemphasis on recruitment (sorry, “community building”), and reliance on fresh capital to sustain operations. Add in the censorship playbook, and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. Investors lured by promises of easy gains may instead find themselves funding someone else’s exit strategy.
And let’s not forget the regulatory vacuum. Brazil’s financial oversight bodies have yet to take public action against LBLV, allowing the company to operate in a gray area. But inertia isn’t an excuse—authorities have a duty to investigate patterns of fraud before more families are harmed.
A Call to Action (Because Apparently, Someone Has to Do It)
To potential investors: If you’re tempted by LBLV’s slick marketing, ask yourself: Why would a legitimate company need to silence its critics? Why are there no verifiable track records of success? And why does their business model seem to rely more on legal threats than actual trading?
To regulators: Wake up. The complaints are piling up, the tactics are escalating, and the victims are real people. A simple probe into LBLV’s financials, withdrawal processes, and marketing claims could either exonerate them or expose a scam in progress. What’s the hold-up?
To LBLV: If by some miracle you’re reading this, here’s a free tip—transparency beats censorship every time. Address the complaints head-on. Publish audited results. Stop hiding behind lawyers and start answering emails. Or, you know, keep digging that hole. At this rate, you’ll hit bedrock by Christmas.
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/42899318
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/37298149
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/42683711
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/40001395
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- https://wildbluepress.com/jackson-48-hours-interview-true-crime-oregon-murder/
- https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/news/murder-trial-day-two-man-accused-of-murdering-partner-shouted-im-sorry-ive-killed-her-2338642
- https://forum.unity.com/threads/behavior-designer-behavior-trees-for-everyone.227497/page-19
- https://www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-30447982.html
- https://www.reclameaqui.com.br/lblv-connecting-traders/nao-entre-na-lblv-antes-de-ler-isso_lTY9O0zmYF5kdTIE
- https://www.reclameaqui.com.br/lblv-connecting-traders/lblv-g-o-l-p-e-financeiro_IS5nzH0U9tdf7A8t
Evidence Box
Evidence and relevant screenshots related to our investigation
Targeted Content and Red Flags
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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by: puvaneswaran
LBLV company are 100% scammers LBLV company are 100% scammers. I am sharing my experience since signing as a partner of LBLV company. I invested 170370 USD in LBLV company from 2020-08-26 to 2021 april and lost all money due...
by: Lynx Silverfang
They manipulate trades, delay withdrawals, and gaslight users. It's pure theft masked as trading. 📉
by: Bear Mountain
LBLV is a straight-up trap. Once you fund your account, you’re stuck in a never-ending loop of lies.
by: Avery Bowen
Man, these guys are just thieves! I wanted to withdraw my money, and my account got frozen. No one answers emails. Don't waste your time.
by: Forrest Delgado
All these claims they make about helping people become financially free are just lies. I've been waiting for my payout forever, still nothing. What a joke.
by: Onyx Key
I regret ever trusting this company. They sell you dreams and deliver nightmares. If you're reading this, do yourself a favor and don’t invest a single cent.
by: Violeta Gaines
Paid for a trading course that was basically a PDF and a few vague videos. Nothing you can't find for free online. The "experts" never responded to any messages.
by: Kaizen Craig
LBLV is a disaster. Fake promises, fake mentors, and possibly fake reviews. Can’t believe I fell for it. Learn from my mistake and stay far away.
by: Treasure Hodge
Customer support is useless. I sent emails, left messages, even tried their live chat. No answers, no help, just a bot telling me to wait. Wait for what, exactly?
by: Frankie Carver
I paid for mentorship and got silence in return. Not a single session, not even a follow-up. Just a sales rep who disappeared as fast as my money.
by: Cassius Haley
LBLV is a complete joke. You deposit money easily, but the moment you try to withdraw, it’s like they vanish into thin air. No replies, no support, just endless excuses.
by: Karsyn Rollins
I signed up for trading education, not a masterclass in how to get ghosted.
by: Emily Brooks
When a company deletes negative reviews and threatens critics with legal action, you’re not dealing with a business you’re dealing with a scam operation.
by: Daniel Carter
LBLV’s glowing reviews are faker than a three-dollar bill. Suspicious language, sudden profile creation, and vanishing negative reviews are textbook reputation laundering.
by: Ava Harris
If you can’t contact their mentors, can’t withdraw your money, and can’t post a complaint without being threatened what exactly are you paying for?
by: Samuel Rogers
Why would a legitimate company need to threaten critics and delete reviews? Because they’re not legitimate that’s why.
by: Lucas Brooks
Legal threats for honest complaints? That’s not professionalism it’s intimidation. If you have to scare people into silence, you’ve got something to hide.
by: Henry Powell
I realized I was scammed after receiving multiple disconnected emails and empty promises of follow-up. If you’ve already sent money, report it to your bank immediately—everything about the transaction raised red flags!
by: Emma Barnes
I lost $18,000 to this unregulated company that falsely claimed to be FCA-approved. They made fake trades under the guise of education, coerced me into removing negative reviews to recover just $5,000 over 11 months, and then became unreachable. Their...
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by: Zachary Bennett
Beware of this company—they come across as professional but mismanage your investments, resulting in significant losses. They lost me $50,000 and then pushed me to borrow more money to recover it, which felt like a never-ending loop.
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