DANNY DE HEKDerek Miller is an Australian-based network marketer who presents himself as a warm, coffee-loving mentor dedicated to helping people discover “residual income.”

He wears the mask of a laid-back bloke, brewing cappuccinos and talking about wealth from gold. But behind that casual exterior lies a trail of deception spanning years, dozens of schemes, and countless victims.

Over the past five years, Miller has built a following through his long-running YouTube series called “GOLD Monday,” where he uploaded over 250 videos discussing gold savings, tokenization, blockchain technology, and passive income. But beneath the educational veneer is a record of promoting fraudulent MLM and Ponzi-style schemes — many of which have collapsed or rebranded after regulatory scrutiny.

Despite frequent claims of compliance, regulation, and asset backing, Derek has failed to show any legitimate business operations, proof of ownership of gold, or transparency in the ventures he promotes.

What Schemes Has Derek Miller Promoted?

Over time, Derek has acted as an enthusiastic frontman for a series of interconnected schemes, many of which revolve around the same playbook: MLM structures, internal tokens, fake tech, and promises of tokenized real-world assets.

Karatbars International (2019–2020)

  • Gold-based MLM scheme flagged by global regulators including BaFin (Germany) and the FMA (New Zealand).
  • Sold fake “CashGold” and gold-backed KBC tokens.
  • Promised gold vaults, ATMs, and a blockchain phone — none of which materialized.
  • Derek was an early promoter in his first “Gold Monday” videos.

AU4U / Gold Rocks / Lyconet / Zeniq / Safir (2020–2023)

  • Closely tied to the Lyoness pyramid scheme network and Zeniq token ecosystem.
  • Derek pitched cloud minting, staking packages, and digital nodes as wealth generators.
  • Courts in Norway, Austria, Switzerland, and Spain declared related programs as illegal pyramid schemes.

Xera Pro / WeWe Global / The Blockchain Era (2023–2024)

  • A string of rebranded Ponzi schemes promoting AI, staking, and yield farming through internal platforms.
  • Derek hyped Xera Pro in “Gold Monday” Video #231 — calling it “WOW WOW WOW” — before later denying knowledge of the scheme.
  • Ties to notorious MLM promoters including Goran Hemstrom and Michael Faust.

Homnifi (2024–Present)

  • Touted as the next evolution of Xera Pro, under the name HNFI.
  • Derek promoted it in a July 2024 Zoom webinar, showcasing token swaps, minting packages, and gold validator devices.
  • Later denied involvement — despite video evidence of him endorsing the platform.

HORYS Technologies (2025)

  • Derek’s latest promotion, marketed as a hardware-based Web3 mining and validator system.
  • Claims ownership of devices like “LK One” and “XK1” despite there being no verifiable proof of functionality.
  • The HORYS website is riddled with placeholder text, fake compliance badges, and vague promises.

In a live Zoom meeting, Derek claimed he had gone into a gold vault in Dubai, yet refused to answer why he didn’t bring any gold home — instead offering a bizarre story about “security concerns” that dodged the question entirely. His unwillingness to offer proof or documentation of real gold ownership has become a theme across all his schemes.

Government Warnings Against WeWe Global, The Blockchain Era & LYOPAY

Both the New Zealand Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and Australia’s financial watchdog ASIC (via Moneysmart) have issued official warnings against WeWe Global, The Blockchain Era (tbe.io), and their associated platforms such as LYOPAY, Lyotrade, and CloudMinting. These warnings note that:

  • These entities are not registered or licensed to offer financial products or services to retail clients in either New Zealand or Australia.

  • They are likely operating illegally by soliciting funds from the public without regulatory approval.

  • The FMA Warning, updated on 13 November 2023, labels the operation as a suspected Ponzi and pyramid scheme, promoting crypto investments through webinars and public events in New Zealand.

  • The ASIC Warning, published 8 April 2025, adds wewe.global to its Investor Alert List, explicitly cautioning that the company is not licensed or authorised to deal with Australian consumers.

These warnings further validate long-standing concerns about the illicit nature of WeWe Global and its rebrands, and reinforce why promoters like Derek Miller, Goran Hemstrom, and Michael Faust must be held accountable for pushing these deceptive platforms.

HORYS Technologies – Derek Miller’s Latest Scheme (2025–Present)

Derek Miller’s latest promotion is a high-risk, opaque tech platform called HORYS Technologies. Marketed under the guise of a “hardware-first Web3 company,” HORYS promises life-changing returns through validator devices, token swaps, and vague digital infrastructure — all tied to a so-called “LayerK ecosystem.” Derek now positions himself as a gateway to this opportunity, using the same recycled phrases from his previous Ponzi-adjacent promotions: “financial freedom,” “debanking,” and “future-proofing your wealth.”

On webinars and Zoom calls, Derek claims HORYS validator devices boost your passive income by up to 20%, and he even displays physical hardware boxes as supposed proof. However, upon closer inspection, HORYS Technologies raises numerous red flags:

  • Dubious Hardware Claims: The company advertises a range of physical devices — including the LFi One smartphone, LK One validator, and XK series mini-PCs — but provides no pricing, verified images, or legitimate documentation for any of them.

  • MLM-style Validator Boxes: Users are encouraged to buy tiered validator hardware to “increase yields” — a setup that mimics node-based Ponzi schemes like WeWe Global, HyperVerse, and others Derek has been linked to.

  • Fake Compliance & Placeholder Content: The official HORYS website uses fake certification logos (ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS3) and contains unfinished filler text like “CardCardCard,” “Certification Logo,” and “We Are Logo” — indicators of a cloned or rapidly assembled scam site.

  • Empty Membership Offering: HORYS promotes a €39/year “DigitalEdge Alliance” membership which promises exclusive benefits — but delivers nothing of substance.

  • Offshore Shell Structure: The corporate footprint behind HORYS includes shell entities registered in Dubai, Delaware (USA), and Hong Kong, regions notorious for hosting fraudulent investment operations.

  • Recycled Scam Infrastructure: Technical similarities suggest HORYS is not a standalone entity. Its platform mirrors now-defunct schemes like ZenitWorld, Lyotrade, and Koinbay — all part of a network of rebranded Ponzi-tech startups pushing tokens, validator nodes, and fake Web3 integrations.

During a recorded phone call with Danny de Hek (The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger), Derek admitted he owns a validator device personally and confirmed the brand HORYS by name. Despite claiming he’s “not recruiting,” he acknowledged receiving hardware to “boost his daily token yield,” and conceded that commissions may be involved for those who refer others. This admission aligns with a pattern seen in other MLM-style Ponzi schemes — where hardware serves as a front for token-based affiliate payouts.

HORYS Technologies continues Derek’s familiar playbook: complicated jargon, vague tech promises, shell companies in non-regulated regions, and a structure that incentivizes quiet recruitment over real transparency. Just like Homnifi, Xera Pro, and Karatbars before it, HORYS appears to be yet another rebranded chapter in Derek Miller’s ongoing scheme portfolio.

Derek Miller’s Known Associates

Derek Miller does not operate alone. He has worked alongside a rotating cast of serial promoters and Ponzi pushers across multiple schemes:

These figures reappear across many crypto-related MLM scams, typically rebranding under new names once prior platforms collapse.

Patterns of Deception

Derek consistently displays hallmark traits of Ponzi and MLM promoters:

  • Deniability: Denies affiliation once a scheme collapses or is called out, even when video proof exists.
  • Deflection: Labels critics as negative or “unaware” rather than addressing real concerns.
  • Buzzword Overload: Uses language like “Web3,” “debanking,” and “tokenization” without meaningful explanation.
  • Fake Compliance: Promotes platforms as ISO or PCI compliant with no links to certifications.
  • Visual Theater: Shows dashboards and mock interfaces, but no real product, audit, or legal documentation.

In a live Zoom meeting confrontation, Derek was asked why — if the gold he was promoting was real — he didn’t just bring some home. His response? An evasive and awkward story about how “security” and “protocols” prevented it. When pressed further, he shifted the conversation and refused to offer specifics, all while promoting HORYS as the next frontier of financial freedom.

Regulatory and Legal Implications

Derek Miller has been involved in promoting a series of high-risk, unregulated investment opportunities that raise serious concerns. While there are no public enforcement actions from ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission) specifically naming Derek, members of the public have been encouraged to lodge complaints about schemes like Homnifi, Xera Pro, and HORYS Technologies — all of which exhibit classic MLM Ponzi characteristics.

Derek’s name has surfaced in scam-fighting circles in connection with individuals who have suffered financial losses, including referrals involving known MLM recruiters such as Graham Duck. However, these links remain anecdotal and have not been confirmed in official legal filings.

No evidence has yet emerged of investigations involving the Australian Border Force, but growing scrutiny from financial watchdogs and independent investigators suggests that schemes Derek is associated with could soon fall under regulatory review — especially as more victims come forward and the pattern of deception becomes harder to ignore.

His Social Media Footprint

Derek continues to use social media to build trust and recruit new victims:

  • YouTube (@Infinityoutcomes) – 250+ “GOLD Monday” episodes promoting MLM crypto schemes.
  • Instagram (@derekmiller.me) – Features promotional content for AU4U, Homnifi, and HORYS using misleading hashtags.
  • Twitter (@Derekgold13) – Active promoter of Safir, Zeniq, and token-based platforms long after their collapse.

His digital presence is polished, but underneath is the same formula: a revolving door of Ponzi systems dressed up as empowerment opportunities.

Live Zoom Confrontation: The Vault, the Lies, and the Layers

Roughly 24 hours before this blog was written, Derek Miller hosted a secretive Zoom call under the brand Infinity Gold. I infiltrated the webinar using seven separate browsers and user accounts — a technique I’ve perfected to expose Ponzi pushers who routinely boot me to avoid tough questions. True to form, Derek began rapidly ejecting unknown attendees, citing “security concerns” and previous “attacks” on his YouTube channel — classic deflection.

After the chaos, I identified Derek behind the Zoom, rang him directly, and streamed our conversation live. On the call, Derek admitted that the vault he referenced was not in Dubai, as some had speculated, but in Brisbane. The facility, called Private Vaults Australia, is housed in an old Commonwealth Bank building. When I asked why he doesn’t just take gold home as proof, Derek launched into a bizarre story about “security risks” — conveniently sidestepping any tangible verification that the gold even exists.

He also confessed to:

  • Promoting Karatbars International, earning ~$8–9K AUD before losing $30K in legal efforts to recover investors’ funds.
  • Receiving commissions from hardware sales if users sign up via his links — such as with HORYS Technologies.
  • Operating now under a new mantra: “helping people turn their mess into something that might make them money” — the same tired MLM line we’ve heard a hundred times before.

What started as a tightly controlled marketing pitch quickly unraveled into a real-time exposé. And the more questions I asked, the more Derek retreated behind vague excuses, half-truths, and “it’s not investment advice” disclaimers — all while still pushing yet another get-rich-through-hardware scheme.

Final Thoughts from Danny de Hek – The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger

Derek Miller’s journey from “gold mentor” to full-blown Ponzi promoter is not unique — but it’s particularly dangerous due to the trust he fosters with followers through consistent content, Zoom calls, and charm.

He’s not just wrong — he’s deliberately deceptive. Whether it’s Karatbars, Xera, Homnifi, or HORYS, Derek has demonstrated a clear pattern:

  1. Promote flashy new platform with buzzwords and passive income promises.
  2. Deny involvement or accountability when schemes fail.
  3. Move on to the next.

If you’re watching one of Derek’s videos and he mentions tokenized gold, validator hardware, or “life-changing passive income”… shut it off.

Report him. Warn others. Stay vigilant.

If you’ve been affected by Derek Miller or any of the schemes listed, report it to ASIC and share your story anonymously with The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger.

More updates will follow as additional evidence comes to light.