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title: SEC Sues Mining Automatic and Founder Over Alleged $22M Crypto Mining Scheme
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  https://www.cryptocatalyst.news/articles/2026-07-20-sec-sues-mining-automatic-over-alleged-22m-crypto-mining-fraud
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date: '2026-07-20T21:14:58.498949+00:00'
category: policy
tags:
  - sec
  - fraud
  - crypto-mining
  - investment
  - scam
source: CoinTelegraph
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  https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-sues-mining-automatic-and-founder-over-alleged-22m-crypto-mining-scheme?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
publisher: CryptoCatalyst
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  The SEC has sued Mining Automatic and its founder for allegedly defrauding
  investors out of $22 million. The company promised guaranteed crypto mining
  returns but spent only a frac
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# SEC Sues Mining Automatic and Founder Over Alleged $22M Crypto Mining Scheme

The SEC has sued Mining Automatic and its founder for allegedly defrauding investors out of $22 million. The company promised guaranteed returns from crypto mining but reportedly spent only a fraction of the funds on mining operations.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Mining Automatic and its founder, alleging a $22 million fraud scheme. The SEC claims the company raised millions by promising investors guaranteed returns from crypto mining, but only a small portion of the funds was actually used for mining operations.

According to the SEC's complaint, Mining Automatic misled investors by claiming to operate a large-scale crypto mining operation. The lawsuit alleges that the founder diverted a significant amount of the raised funds for personal use and other unrelated expenses. The SEC is seeking to recover the misappropriated funds and impose penalties.

This case highlights the risks of investing in crypto mining schemes that promise high returns. Investors should be cautious of any project that guarantees profits, especially in the volatile crypto market. Always research thoroughly and consider the track record of the company and its founders before investing.

If you invested in Mining Automatic, monitor the SEC's proceedings for updates on potential refunds or compensation. Stay informed about regulatory actions to avoid similar scams in the future. Read more → https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-sues-mining-automatic-and-founder-over-alleged-22m-crypto-mining-scheme?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

## Source

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