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Luca Netz

We are investigating Luca Netz 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 : Luca Netz

ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation

INCIDENT DATE : 08 August 2024

INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz

TOOLS USED : Lumen, SecurityTrails

CASE NO : 1622/A/2025

CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam

PUBLISHED ON : 10 Mar 2025

Luca Netz
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What We Are Investigating?

Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into Luca Netz 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 Luca Netz - 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

Luca Netz, a controversial figure in the NFT and crypto space, has been embroiled in numerous allegations, red flags, and adverse news that paint a troubling picture of his business practices and ethical standards. These issues range from associations with scams and offshore entities to accusations of misinformation and aggressive reputation management. Below is a critical summary of the major allegations against Luca Netz, highlighting how these incidents have severely damaged his reputation and why he might go to extreme lengths, including potentially illegal actions, to suppress this information.

Major Allegations and Red Flags:

  1. Pudgy Penguins NFT Scam Controversy (2022):
    Luca Netz’s acquisition of the Pudgy Penguins NFT project, which was already tainted by accusations of mismanagement and rug-pull allegations against its original founders, did little to restore trust. Instead, the project became the target of a phishing attack that stole over $100,000 from NFT holders. While Netz was not directly implicated, his leadership failed to prevent the breach, raising serious questions about his competence and commitment to protecting his community. This incident further solidified the perception of Netz as someone who prioritizes profit over security and ethical responsibility.
  2. Offshore Company Connections:
    Investigations by Offshore Intelligence Line revealed that Luca Netz has ties to offshore entities, a practice often associated with tax evasion, money laundering, or other financial improprieties. While no definitive proof of illegal activity has been established, the use of such opaque structures suggests a lack of transparency and raises ethical concerns. These revelations have cast a shadow over Netz’s business dealings, making it difficult to trust his intentions or the legitimacy of his ventures.
  3. Misinformation and Exaggerated Claims:
    Fact-checking platforms like NetFactual have exposed Luca Netz for making exaggerated or misleading statements about his business achievements. These discrepancies have undermined his credibility, portraying him as someone who relies on hype and deception rather than genuine success. In an industry where trust is critical, such behavior has significantly damaged his reputation and alienated potential investors and partners.

Why Luca Netz Would Want These Stories Removed:

The allegations and adverse news surrounding Luca Netz are not just damaging—they are potentially catastrophic for his career and business ventures. In the hyper-competitive and reputation-driven world of crypto and NFTs, even the slightest hint of scandal can lead to a loss of trust, investor withdrawals, and community backlash. For Netz, whose success hinges on his public image and the perceived legitimacy of his projects, these stories represent an existential threat.

If Netz were to resort to cybercrime to remove such content, it would likely stem from a place of desperation. Suppressing negative information could help him avoid legal scrutiny, maintain investor confidence, and continue attracting new users to his projects. However, such actions would only deepen the ethical and legal controversies surrounding him, potentially leading to more severe consequences.

Conclusion:

Luca Netz’s reputation is marred by a series of serious allegations, including associations with scams, offshore dealings, misinformation, and potential censorship efforts. These issues have severely harmed his standing in the crypto community, making it difficult to view him as a trustworthy or ethical figure. the motivation to suppress damaging information is clear. Netz’s actions, whether in business or reputation management, suggest a pattern of behavior that prioritizes self-preservation over integrity, further cementing his negative image in the public eye.

  • https://lumendatabase.org/notices/43683114
  • https://lumendatabase.org/notices/47836488
  • https://lumendatabase.org/notices/47814296
  • https://lumendatabase.org/notices/47482793
  • https://lumendatabase.org/notices/47539858
  • August 08, 2024
  • 6 January  2025
  • 6 January  2025
  • Maison & Co.
  • Luu Media Inc.
  • Joquaien Lesley
  • https://georgianewsboard.com/?p=377
  • https://reptitle.com/vua-lua-dao-web3-dan-dau-pudgy-penguin-den-su-tieu-diet-cua-no/
  • https://delhinationalpost.com/2023/01/27/web3-scam-king-leading-fat-penguin-to-ruin/
  • http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/crime/article85196187.html
  • http://www.odaily.news/en/post/5190163/
  • http://aicoin.com/en/article/369104

Evidence Box

Evidence and relevant screenshots related to our investigation

Targeted Content and Red Flags

odaily.news

The King of Web3 Scams: Leading Pudgy Penguin to Its Destruction

  • Adverse News
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okhotshot.substack.com

LUCA NETZ: FROM RUG PULLS TO RICHES

  • Adverse News
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insidebitcoins.com

Scammers Steal $100K From Multiple Pudgy Penguins NFT Holders In A Phishing Attack

  • Adverse News
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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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