Tradeview Markets
We are investigating Tradeview Markets 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 : Tradeview Markets
ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation
INCIDENT DATE : 21 Aug 2024
INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz
TOOLS USED : Lumen, FakeDMCA, SecurityTrails
CASE NO : 3138/A/2024
CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam
PUBLISHED ON : 27 Nov 2024
Due Diligence
Is This About You?
What We Are Investigating?
Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into Tradeview Markets 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 Tradeview Markets - 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
Tradeview Markets, a forex and CFD broker, has faced several allegations and red flags over the years, raising concerns about its operations and reputation. While the company positions itself as a transparent and client-focused broker, adverse news and regulatory scrutiny have cast a shadow over its credibility. Below is a summary of the major allegations and red flags, along with an analysis of how these issues harm its reputation and why the company might seek to suppress such information, even through illicit means.
Major Allegations and Red Flags
1.Regulatory Scrutiny and Licensing Concerns
Tradeview Markets has been accused of operating in jurisdictions with lax regulatory oversight. While it claims to be regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), critics argue that this jurisdiction is often associated with weaker investor protections compared to stricter regulators like the FCA (UK) or CFTC (US). This has led to concerns about the safety of client funds and the broker’s adherence to robust compliance standards.
2.Client Complaints and Withdrawal Issues
Numerous online complaints allege delayed or denied withdrawals, with some clients claiming they were unable to access their funds without providing excessive documentation. These allegations, often shared on forex review platforms and forums, suggest potential liquidity issues or unethical practices aimed at retaining client funds.
3.Misleading Marketing Practices
Tradeview Markets has been criticized for aggressive marketing tactics, including promises of high returns and low-risk trading, which are often unrealistic in the volatile forex market. Such practices can mislead inexperienced traders, leading to significant financial losses.
4.Association with Questionable Entities
Investigations have revealed that Tradeview Markets has ties to other firms and individuals with questionable reputations in the financial industry. These associations have fueled suspicions about the broker’s integrity and commitment to ethical business practices.
5.Lack of Transparency
Critics have pointed out the lack of transparency in Tradeview Markets’ operations, including unclear fee structures and insufficient disclosure of risks associated with leveraged trading. This opacity undermines trust and raises questions about the broker’s intentions.
Impact on Reputation
The allegations and red flags above significantly harm Tradeview Markets’ reputation in several ways:
- Loss of Trust: Clients and potential investors may lose confidence in the broker’s ability to safeguard their funds and provide fair trading conditions.
- Regulatory Risks: Increased scrutiny from regulators could lead to fines, license revocations, or restrictions on operations.
- Negative Publicity: Adverse news stories and client complaints can damage the broker’s brand, making it harder to attract new clients and retain existing ones.
Why Tradeview Markets Might Suppress Negative Information
Tradeview Markets has a vested interest in maintaining a clean public image to attract clients and investors. Negative stories about regulatory issues, client complaints, or unethical practices can deter potential customers and harm its bottom line. In extreme cases, the company might resort to unethical or illegal measures, such as cyber crimes, to remove or suppress damaging information. This could include:
- Hacking or Doxxing: Targeting journalists, whistleblowers, or platforms hosting negative reviews to intimidate them into removing content.
- Fake Reviews and Manipulation: Flooding review sites with fake positive reviews to dilute negative feedback.
- Legal Threats: Using aggressive legal tactics to force the removal of critical content, even if the claims are valid.
Such actions, while illegal, might be seen as a desperate attempt to control the narrative and protect the company’s reputation. However, these tactics often backfire, leading to further scrutiny and long-term damage to the brand.
Conclusion
Tradeview Markets’ alleged misconduct and regulatory concerns have tarnished its reputation, making it a controversial player in the forex industry. While the company may seek to suppress negative information to protect its image, such actions could exacerbate its problems, leading to legal consequences and further erosion of trust. For investors and traders, due diligence is essential when engaging with brokers like Tradeview Markets, especially in an industry rife with risks and regulatory challenges.
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/43978253
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/44099761
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/43978253
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/44099761
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- https://www.tvmarkets.com/en/
- https://www.tvmarkets.com/en/
- https://www.quora.com/Is-TradingView-a-trustworthy-website-How-effective-is-it-for-technical-analysis-of-stocks-and-forex-markets
- https://www.fxstreet.com/company/tradeview-markets
- https://brokerchooser.com/safety/tradeview-forextradeview-ltd-broker-safe-or-scam
Evidence Box
Evidence and relevant screenshots related to our investigation
Targeted Content and Red Flags
About the Author
The author is affiliated with Harvard University and serves as a researcher at both Lumen and FakeDMCA.com. 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.
He can be reached at [email protected] directly.
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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?
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.
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I registered with Tradeview, deposited €100, made a profit, and requested a withdrawal of €60. After multiple attempts and being told it was sent to the Back Office, I received no response. Based on my experience, I consider this a fraudulent platform.
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I had a terrible experience with this company. The staff was unprofessional and rude, and I lost thousands because of it. Even when I asked for a manager, the response was just as bad.
Wendy Martinez
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I had an extremely disappointing experience with this service. They changed their terms and conditions without providing any prior notice, which felt deceptive and unprofessional. It's evident that their operations are heavily inclined toward being a market maker, and they seem to discourage traders from being consistently profitable. The most concerning issue was a server delay that lasted an entire day, causing me to lose over $330,000. This kind of negligence is unacceptable, especially in an industry where precision and reliability are crucial.