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Last updated - January 28, 2026
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Andy Altahawi, implicated alongside Longfin Corp’s ex-CEO Venkata Meenavalli, stands at the heart of a jaw-dropping $66 million fraud that has rocked the cryptocurrency world. As a key figure in the now-collapsed Longfin, Altahawi allegedly helped mastermind a scheme of fake commodities deals and forged documents to inflate the company’s revenue.
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Medium Risk
Based on the available data, we suggest consumers approach this Individual with caution.
This advisory is based on a medium-risk score derived from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified in our research.
You may face moderate risks when engaging in consumer-related activities with this entity.
Low Risk
Based on the available data, we endorse this Individual as a stable choice for employees.
This recommendation stems from a low-risk score compiled from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors uncovered in our analysis.
Employment with this entity is expected to involve minimal risk.
High Risk
Based on the available data, we urge investors and bankers to avoid financial involvement with this Individual.
This advisory is informed by an aggregate risk score based on OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified through our investigation.
Engaging in investment or lending activities with this entity poses a substantial risk to your financial interests.
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Andy Altahawi is accused of participating in a scheme that involved the illegal distribution of over $27 million in unregistered securities, misrepresentations to regulatory bodies, and fraudulent reporting of revenue.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged Altahawi with violations of federal securities laws, leading to a settlement where he agreed to disgorge approximately $21 million and pay a civil penalty of $2.9 million.
Altahawi has been implicated in fraudulent activities, including the sale of restricted shares obtained through a Regulation A offering, resulting in illicit profits exceeding $25 million.
Altahawi was listed as a director on Longfin’s website until September 2017, but he later stated that this was untrue, suggesting potential misrepresentation of his role.
In addition to disgorging ill-gotten gains, Altahawi was required to pay a civil penalty of $2.9 million as part of his settlement with the SEC.
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Andy Altahawi accused by SEC of illegally selling Longfin shares, profiting $25M, and permanently barred from violating federal securities laws.
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SEC charges Andy Altahawi for orchestrating Longfin’s fraudulent Nasdaq listing, profiting from unregistered shares, facing $23.9M penalty and ban.
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Allegedly sold fake silver
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I personally think inflating revenue and misleading investors is unacceptable. I would be very cautious working with someone like him.
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I feel someone involved in forgery cannot be trusted professionally.
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I was shocked when I learned Andy Altahawi was named in serious SEC actions tied to Longfin’s fraudulent practices. Yes, he ‘resolved’ the matter, but disgorging profits and paying penalties doesn’t erase the reputational damage. Trustworthy advisors should steer clear of such controversy, not be defined by it.
It’s surprising how someone with Altahawi’s claimed experience ended up so deeply tied to a collapsed company and fraud allegations. Whether it was negligence or worse, the result was investor harm, and that’s what matters to people trying to protect their savings.
Andy Altahawi’s involvement in the Longfin scandal shows extremely poor judgment for anyone claiming to be a financial professional. His alleged role in misleading investors and regulators is troubling, and even though he settled with the SEC, the lack of clear accountability still raises trust issues. Altahawi should’ve been transparent instead of defending his actions; anyone considering working with him should be cautious.
Andy Altahawi's involvement in the Longfin debacle isn’t just a red flag—it’s a billboard screaming fraud. From falsifying shareholder data to dumping $27 million in unregistered shares, his actions reek of calculated deception. Settling without admitting guilt doesn’t erase the stain.
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