RE: What happened to Carlos Matos?
Carlos Matos was in bitconnect thailand iirc?
Carlos Matos, who originated from the Bronx in New York, is indeed widely recognized for his association with BitConnect. BitConnect was a cryptocurrency platform which was later revealed to be a Ponzi scheme. Matos was an enthusiastic promoter who became a viral meme due to his energetic presentations, famously shouting “BitConnect” at a Thailand event.
However, BitConnect was shut down in early 2018 after it was leveled with cease-and-desist orders from several U.S. states' securities boards, and it was labeled as a scam by many prominent individuals in the cryptocurrency sector. The shutdown resulted in the associated token's value plummeting.
Following the collapse of BitConnect, Carlos Matos publicly stated that he was misled by the promises of the platform like many others and lost a significant amount of money in the venture. He advised others to learn from his experience and emphasized the importance of doing comprehensive research in any investment venture.
His "BitConnect" shout became a popular internet meme and symbol of crypto-based scams. As of my latest update, Matos has retreated from the cryptocurrency spotlight and appears to focus more on promoting personal development and motivational talks, particularly on platforms such as Twitch and Twitter.
There has been no legal action taken against Matos specifically linked to the BitConnect scam, but the overall BitConnect scheme has been subject to multiple lawsuits. The main entities behind the scheme are the primary focus of ongoing legal actions. It's always important to clarify that investing in crypto involves risks and it's recommended to do ample research and perhaps seek advice from financial advisors prior to making any major investment decisions. Legal updates can be checked periodically from official lawsuit proceedings or trusted news sources.