Crypto Controversy: BitBoy’s Courtroom No-Show and Online Shenanigans

Is Court Overrated? BitBoy Thinks So

In a plot twist that could rival any Hollywood drama, Ben Armstrong, known as “BitBoy Crypto,” decided to skip a crucial court appearance on April 20, 2023, regarding allegations of harassing counsel involved in a class-action lawsuit. Instead of showing up, he was busy soaking up the sun in the Bahamas, flaunting his beach vacation on social media like the courtroom drama was just a subplot in a sitcom.

Judge’s Warning: Show Up or Else!

Judge Melissa Damian, in a rare display of judicial seriousness, had ordered Armstrong to appear in court. She didn’t take kindly to his absence and warned his attorney — who did show up — that a warrant for Armstrong’s arrest could be issued if he didn’t report by April 24. Talk about throwing a wrench in the vacation plans!

The Charges: Harassment and Legal Mayhem

The plot thickens: Armstrong faces a class-action lawsuit filed by individuals who claimed to have lost money through the now-defunct FTX exchange. Allegations state that Armstrong and his fellow influencer pals promoted the exchange for profit without disclosing their earnings. According to lead attorney Adam Moskowitz, Armstrong allegedly bombarded the plaintiffs’ legal team with a barrage of vulgar voicemails, tweets, and emails. Sounds like the start of a really bad romance novel, doesn’t it?

Social Media vs. Courtroom: A Battle for the Ages

Even amid the ongoing court proceedings, Armstrong couldn’t resist taunting the case. He defended his antics by saying he was “not flying by the seat of [his] pants” and hinted that his absence was counsel’s idea. But wait, it gets better! The judge imposed a ban on Armstrong tweeting about Moskowitz and the plaintiffs, which likely left him confounded. After all, what’s a social media influencer to do without the ability to tweet about his courtroom enemies?

More Than Just a Controversial Character

With over a million followers on Twitter and 1.4 million subscribers on YouTube, it’s safe to say Armstrong is a prominent figure in the crypto world. He’s made headlines before, taking jabs at various high-profile individuals, including ECB President Christine Lagarde and SEC Chair Gary Gensler. With a tumultuous history like his, one can only wonder if he’s just a misunderstood rebel or a financial villain in the making.