There’s a new so-called crypto “opportunity” doing the rounds — and it stinks to high heaven. It’s being pitched under the banners of TOFRO.pro, Tofro.com, TofroF.com and the MTS Foundation.
If you’re being lured in with promises of copy trading, guaranteed profits, or passive daily income, stop right there. This platform is riddled with red flags, and if you value your money, your devices, or your sanity — you’ll want to stay well clear.
What TOFRO and MTS Foundation Claim to Be
According to their promotional video, pitch deck, and onboarding documents, here’s what they’re claiming:
- MTS Foundation is a crypto copy trading “community” supposedly led by a man named Harris Levy.
- Users are encouraged to follow daily trade signals via Telegram, placing binary-style bets on whether Bitcoin will go up or down.
- You trade using the Tofro.pro platform (sometimes mistranscribed in videos as Tofra.com, but all pointing to the same domain).
- They claim users earn a daily profit of 1.5% or more, and that you can double your money in 40 to 51 days.
- You only risk 1% per trade, and if you lose, they claim you can recover it through a “five-stage” system that escalates your risk.
- Recruit others and you get bonus signals and team-building rewards — textbook MLM mechanics.
Why This Platform Is a Complete Scam
Even if you’ve never used the platform, the evidence speaks for itself:
1. Guaranteed Profits? Nope. That’s a Ponzi Trigger.
They claim their signals are right 98% of the time. That’s not just statistically improbable — it’s financial fiction. No legitimate trading platform will ever promise that level of success, especially while also warning you that it’s “not financial advice.”
2. Five-Stage Recovery Plan = Financial Suicide
This isn’t clever strategy — it’s a variation of the Martingale system. If you lose the first trade, you triple down. Lose again? Multiply again. This can wipe your entire account in days. And they’ve built a false sense of confidence by claiming you’ll never reach stage 5. Sure.
3. Withdrawal Conditions Are a Trap
They state you’ll be charged 5% to withdraw, and if you try to take your funds out before doubling your balance, you get hit with a 15% penalty. This is a manipulation tactic to keep money locked into the system.
4. MLM Pyramid In Disguise
You get bonuses if your recruits deposit 35% of your own balance. More recruits = more signals. That’s not a trading platform — that’s a multi-level marketing pyramid wearing a thin crypto mask.
5. No Company Transparency Whatsoever
Who owns TOFRO? They claim Roosevelt Perkins runs it, but there are no records. They also name Harris Levy as the founder of the MTS Foundation — yet there is no verifiable evidence that such a person even exists in the crypto or financial sectors. All signs point to this being a fabricated identity, likely invented to lend false credibility to the operation. There is no real company info. Just vague buzzwords, made-up performance claims, and a contact email: crypto@tofro-usa.com.
6. Fraudulent App Distribution
Clicking “Download App” immediately triggers a download of two unsafe files:
- .apk file (Android installer)
- .mobileconfig (iOS profile installer)
No links to official app stores. This is a serious malware risk. No legitimate exchange would ask you to sideload sketchy apps directly from their website.
Tofro’s Service Agreement: A Legal Hall Pass to Scam You
The platform’s official service agreement reads like a disclaimer from a boiler room. It’s full of sweeping liability waivers and excuses for poor security. Here’s what they openly admit:
- No Legal Entity Named: Nowhere in the agreement is a real company or owner listed.
- They Can Ban You for Any Reason: Your account can be frozen or deleted if they decide you “violated” the rules — no due process.
- Arbitration in Belize: Yes, Belize. This is a classic tactic to discourage lawsuits.
- They Admit the Software Could Be Dangerous: They don’t guarantee anything you download is safe or virus-free.
- They Disown All Trading Losses: Even if it’s from their system failing — you’re on your own.
- They Can Cancel Your Account if You Haven’t Logged In for a Year: And they can take your username too.
- They Cap Liability at 3 Months of Fees: Even if you lose your entire deposit.
This isn’t investor protection — it’s a legal shield for a scam.
Homepage Promises vs. Reality
- Claims 300,000 transactions per second? That’s 10x faster than Binance — not a chance.
- Claims it operates in 111 countries? No proof.
- Claims to be headquartered in the USA? No legal entity listed.
Every claim they make is unverifiable hype.
Why I’m Publishing This Without Using the Platform
You don’t need to drink the poison to know it’s toxic. These scams often use the same psychological tactics:
- Emotional manipulation
- Artificial hype and urgency
- Community bonding with cult-like Telegram groups
- Shameless gaslighting if you question the returns
Most of these scams collapse quietly, taking people’s savings with them. Then they rebrand and relaunch with a new name.
If You’re Promoting This, Expect to Be Watched
If you’re pushing this platform online or in Zoom calls, don’t be surprised if I show up in your meeting. I’ll be looking for links to live pitches. If you have Zoom invites or Telegram group names related to MTS, TOFRO, or Harris Levy — please send them through anonymously.
You can also report suspicious investment links here: https://tinyurl.com/wheredidmycryptogo — our analysts will track the wallets.
Conclusion: Stay Far Away
This isn’t just a high-risk platform — it’s a digital trap. Unrealistic returns, unverifiable leadership, shady app files, and a total lack of transparency. If you’re even thinking of investing in TOFRO or joining the MTS Foundation, please step back and re-evaluate.
It’s not about taking a risk — it’s about recognising a scam before it’s too late.
– Danny de Hek, The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
About the Author Danny de Hek, also known as The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger, is a New Zealand-based investigative journalist specializing in exposing crypto fraud, Ponzi schemes, and MLM scams. His work has been featured by Bloomberg, The New York Times, The Guardian Australia, ABC News Australia, and other international outlets.
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- The Guardian Australia (2023): National warning on crypto MLMs affecting Aussie families
- ABC News Australia (2023): Investigation into Blockchain Global and its collapse
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- Radio New Zealand (2022): “The Kiwi YouTuber Taking Down Crypto Scammers From His Christchurch Home”
- Otago Daily Times (2022): A profile on my investigative work and the impact of crypto fraud in New Zealand
Beste Danny,
Ben jezelf lid van ToFro of lid geweest?
En heb jij concrete bewijzen van wat jij beweert?
Zo ja, graag openbaar maken.
Met vriendelijke groeten,
Raf
Beste Raf,
Goede vraag — en een die ik vaker krijg van mensen die (nog) niet doorzien wat hier aan de hand is.
Nee, ik ben geen lid (geweest) van TOFRO, en dat is ook niet nodig om te herkennen dat dit platform vol zit met rode vlaggen. Je hoeft geen gif te drinken om te weten dat het giftig is. Wat ik wél heb, is een berg aan bewijsmateriaal:
Screenshots van de pitch decks die valse rendementen beloven (1.5% per dag = mathematisch onmogelijk zonder risico of fraude)
De officiële servicevoorwaarden van TOFRO, waarin ze zelf toegeven dat ze geen aansprakelijkheid nemen voor verlies, malware of zelfs het verdwijnen van accounts
Analyse van hun zogenaamde “copy trading”-signalen, die vaak generiek en te laat zijn
De app vraagt gebruikers om onveilige bestanden te downloaden (.apk en .mobileconfig), wat een gigantisch beveiligingsrisico vormt
Meerdere getuigen die bewust zijn ingestapt om het systeem van binnenuit te onderzoeken — en die bevestigen dat de winsten slechts virtueel zijn
Bovendien, het feit dat er geen geregistreerde bedrijfsgegevens zijn, geen transparante eigenaarsstructuur, én dat alles buiten de reguliere financiële wetgeving wordt gehouden via Trust Wallets en Telegram-groepen? Dat is niet alleen verdacht, dat is regelrecht gevaarlijk.
Als je écht denkt dat het legitiem is, stel ik voor: vraag ze om een financiële audit, vraag naar vergunningen, en laat ze zwart-op-wit bewijzen dat het geen piramidespel is. Ik wed dat je die documenten nooit krijgt.
Met vriendelijke groet,
Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
ENGLISH
Dear Raf,
Good question — and one I often get from people who haven’t yet seen through what’s really going on.
No, I’ve never been a member of TOFRO, and I don’t need to be to recognize the massive number of red flags. You don’t have to drink poison to know it’s toxic. What I do have is a mountain of evidence:
Screenshots of the pitch decks promising unrealistic daily returns (1.5% per day is mathematically impossible without risk or fraud)
Their official service agreement openly admits they take no responsibility for losses, malware, or account deletion
Analysis of their so-called “copy trading” signals — often delayed or suspiciously generic
The platform asks users to download unsafe files (.apk and .mobileconfig), which is a massive security risk
First-hand reports from whistleblowers who joined intentionally to study the operation from the inside — all confirming the profits are virtual at best
And let’s not forget the complete lack of company registration, no transparent ownership, and the heavy reliance on Trust Wallets and Telegram groups to keep things off the radar. That’s not just shady — it’s downright dangerous.
If you genuinely believe it’s legitimate, I suggest you ask them for a financial audit, proper licensing, and documentation proving this is not a pyramid scheme. I’ll bet you never get an answer.
Kind regards,
Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
I’ve used MTS/Tofro. I’ve tested the signals. I’ve seen the withdrawals. I’ve seen the logic.
It works. It’s transparent, hands-on, and user-controlled.
If you’re standing on the outside, yelling “scam” based on screenshots and assumptions —
you’re not investigating. You’re projecting.
Either step in, test it, and speak from experience —
or accept that your opinion holds no weight compared to someone who’s actually used the system.
Hi Hardy,
Appreciate you sharing your experience — but let’s be clear: anecdotal success does not equal legitimacy.
Plenty of people have made withdrawals in early stages of Ponzi-style schemes. That’s how they bait trust — until they don’t. The real issue is not whether someone can get paid, but how and why the money is flowing.
I don’t need to jump into traffic to know a car’s going to hit me. My investigation is based on:
Unrealistic guaranteed daily profits (1.5% per day) — mathematically unsustainable without new money coming in.
A shady 6-stage loss recovery model that mirrors Martingale gambling tactics — dangerous, not innovative.
No verifiable identity for ‘Harris Levy,’ your so-called trading expert.
A website that bypasses app stores and asks users to install potentially malicious .apk and .mobileconfig files.
Zero public leadership, no company registration, and transactions routed through untraceable Trust Wallets.
That’s not transparency — that’s obfuscation.
Also worth noting: many whistleblowers inside TOFRO/MTS have come forward already, some even joining knowingly just to collect evidence. They too saw the flashy dashboards and withdrawal confirmations — and they still concluded it’s a house of cards.
So Hardy, if you truly believe in the platform’s legitimacy, then you should welcome scrutiny, audits, and public transparency. But defending a system purely because you got paid is how scams perpetuate.
Happy to be proven wrong — just waiting on real documentation. Not just screenshots and success stories.
– Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
I joined ToFro about 6 weeks ago.
My close friend (I’ll call him Bob) told me about it 6-months ago. At the time I said it was a Ponzi !
Anyhow, he mentioned a couple of times he was making good profits on daily trades…but certainly wasn’t pushy.
2 months later my daughter lost her job so I told her to speak with Bob about his “guaranteed trading scheme”.
She joined !
2 months later she rang me one day & said “Dad – let’s get you into this as both Bon & I have recovered our original investment & we’re now doing well !”
Bob had made several successful withdrawals of large sums since withdrawing this original stake.
Ok – I doubled my money in 43 days ! I withdrew AUD$25,000 last night without issues !
I pay about 25-30% commission to the platform on my daily trading dividends & a 5% withdrawal fee when withdrawing g funds from trade. THAT IS HOW THE PLATFORM GETS PAID – not by shuffling people’s money around robbing Peter to pay Paul !
I am a sophisticated person & the more I get to know how this platform works, the happier I am. It isn’t a Ponzi as the platform does not take your money. It’s free to join & the funds you invest go straight into trade without deduction.
It claims 98% success using Ai powered algorithms. One of the futures trades failed last week but the platform has a strategy of immediate backup trades to recover the lost trade. My daughter claims she has witnessed two failed trades since she’s been involved but the platform never needs to go to trade 3 because trade 2 has always been successful.
…so real strategies to mitigate loss.
The platform also clearly stresses to withdraw your initial capital injection & demonstrates strategies to make this happen. The only problem …it will most likely be the government which takes ToFro down because normal working-class people are not supposed to be financially-free. PS: my buddy Bob has now finished his job – he’s making so much from his daily
Trades it would cost him too
Much to now go to work !!!
Just reading through the above – I sound like I’m defending ToFro. But NO ! I’m simply
Sharing my positive experience.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Paul — but I’d caution anyone reading this not to confuse short-term success stories with long-term legitimacy.
What you’ve described here is actually classic Ponzi scheme behavior:
• Early adopters make money (or at least appear to)
• Referral-based recruitment grows through personal trust (family and friends)
• Withdrawals are initially smooth to build credibility
• Complex explanations are given to justify how the platform makes money (in this case, AI and “backup trades”)
• The platform “encourages” you to withdraw your original capital — a well-known psychological trick to reduce suspicion
• And of course, any criticism is blamed on governments not wanting people to be financially free
This narrative is so rehearsed it’s been repeated in hundreds of failed Ponzi schemes. Victims often double down right before the collapse — because everything looks fine until the outflow exceeds the inflow. That’s when the so-called “AI” disappears and so does the platform.
Also worth noting: you’re paying 25–30% in “commissions” on fake daily profits, plus another 5% just to get your own money out. That’s not normal — that’s a platform siphoning off as much as it can before the plug gets pulled.
Whether your experience is real or posted by someone with a vested interest in keeping the scam alive — the pattern is crystal clear.
Withdraw everything now if you can. If you’re still being paid, you’re not winning — you’re just closer to the top of the pyramid.
Thanks Paul,
A friend of mine who I am in business with was talking about this to me. Without having any trading experience and a Finance Manager it all looks very interesting to me. My friend has already tripled his initial investment and withdrawn these funds. I trust my friend. Without being able to verify all the above I do understand why Danny is putting out the warning as my daugther who works in a bank has seen many of these scam crypto currency go south and has warned me to stay clear as well. I am causious and happy to ready your daughter and my friend have been successful with MTS.
Hi Tatjana,
Thank you for your thoughtful comment — and I really appreciate that you’re open to both sides of the conversation. That’s rare.
It’s true that many people believe they’ve tripled their investment, but in most cases, they haven’t actually withdrawn those profits. What often happens is:
• They make a small test withdrawal early on (to build confidence),
• Then leave the rest on the platform to compound,
• And eventually find themselves trapped when they try to take out larger sums.
That’s why I always say: It’s not profit until it’s in your bank account.
These schemes are smart — they build a sense of community, reward early action, and use your social trust (like your friend) to grow faster. But underneath it all, there’s no transparency about who runs MTS or TOFRO, no company registrations, and no legal accountability.
You’re doing the right thing by asking questions and weighing what your daughter sees in the banking world — that kind of behind-the-scenes experience is often where the real red flags come from.
Let me know if you want to look deeper into how these platforms operate or verify anything on-chain — I’m happy to help.
Warm regards,
Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
Thank you Danny for your review of Tofro. I can confirm that it’s pure scam and Ponzi scheme. I’ve invested less than a month ago referred by a friend. I am very cautious, but I was persuaded how good it is. Many earned a lot and could withdraw, but as was mentioned they were close to the top of pyramid.
On 30 of June everything stopped, no explanation, no signals, money frozen. That happened to groups in Lithuania and Ireland. However in Netherlands it was still active, but so called Harris Levy blocked withdrawals saying there are too many and it will be resumed on 8th July. In our group it was the same, as he said, until 1 July. On 30 June all gone.
Hi Alina,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience — I’m really sorry to hear you were caught up in this, but your comment will help warn others before they go through the same thing.
The exact pattern you describe is textbook Ponzi collapse:
Early users can withdraw to build trust and hype
More people pile in, compounding profits and recruiting others
Then suddenly: radio silence, frozen funds, and false promises of a return that never comes
The fact that “Harris Levy” (an identity no one can verify) is selectively blocking withdrawals in some regions but not others is a classic tactic to control panic and buy time while draining remaining funds.
I appreciate you speaking out — and you’re absolutely right: this is how so many people lose savings despite thinking they were being cautious. These scams exploit trust, emotion, and urgency.
If you or others from your group want to document what happened or submit screenshots to support a wider complaint, I’d be happy to assist. You’re not alone in this — and every bit of information strengthens the case.
Stay strong,
Danny de Hek
Thanks for publishing this article, Danny – it supported me a lot to connect some important dots. I started hearing more and more about MTS and ToFro in my close circles and began digging deeper myself. What I found was mind-blowing: the whole operation looks extremely professional on the surface and its insane how many people involved.
More recently, I came across a for me new wave of Scam – like one on Medium
At first, it appears to be a recovery success story. But after emailing Mr. Alexander, it quickly became clear this is the next layer of the scam – targeting victims a second time by promising they can recover their lost funds. Happy to provide more Details, in case that is useful.
Sharing this here to raise awareness and ask: have you seen more of these follow-up scams linked to MTS / ToFro? And do you know of any legitimate & genuine recovery solutions when it comes to lost crypto in this context?
Thank you again for your work and efforts to expose these schemes.
– Hartwig
Hi Hartwig,
Really appreciate you taking the time to share this — and thank you for calling out that fake Medium “recovery story” post. You’re absolutely right: these types of follow-up scams are becoming more common, and they’re designed to exploit people twice — first through fake trading platforms like TOFRO/MTS, then again by dangling false hope of recovery.
What you encountered with “Mr. Alexander” is a textbook pig-butchering recovery scam — they’ll often impersonate legal firms, law enforcement, blockchain tracing agents, or fund retrieval specialists. The goal is to extract more personal info, upfront “processing fees,” or crypto deposits — none of which result in actual recovery.
✅ Key signs it’s a second-layer scam:
Personal success stories published on Medium, Reddit, or fake review sites
Gmail or ProtonMail contact addresses, not from any official domain
Vague or unverifiable credentials
Requests for upfront payment, crypto, or wallet access
Important warning: There are no legitimate companies that can guarantee recovery of stolen or frozen crypto from Ponzi schemes like TOFRO. These scammers use privacy chains, mixer wallets, and layer funds through fake trading balances to make tracing nearly impossible.
If you’ve already contacted this “recovery agent,” be extra cautious. Do not send them any money or provide further info. If you’d like, I can look into their operation and document it as part of the wider scam network.
You’re doing exactly the right thing by staying vigilant and helping raise awareness — every voice helps expose these frauds.
Appreciate your message and support.
– Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
Thank you for replying so fast – Appreciate your response.
Feels relieving to read: “There are no legitimate companies that can guarantee recovery of stolen or frozen crypto from Ponzi schemes like TOFRO”
Also see more and more posts / comments from people they cant withdraw their money anymore in Europe – it’s postponed till end July. I can imagine there is something happening inside the Scheme. Do you have any more insights here?
Hi Hartwig,
You’ve nailed something really important here — the “frozen funds” tactic is straight out of the Ponzi scam playbook. It’s not just about stalling withdrawals — it’s about psychological control.
They want people to hang on in limbo, hoping they’ll eventually get their money back. They use phrases like “technical upgrades,” “withdrawal windows,” or “resumes soon” to delay the collapse while squeezing in more deposits. It also keeps the community quiet and hopeful rather than loud and panicked.
And staking? That’s the cruelest part. They’re not “rewarding loyalty” — they’re locking people in with fake compounding so no one dares to withdraw. People see their balances grow and think they’re on the road to being millionaires… but it’s monopoly money until it’s off the platform — and that’s where most get stuck.
We’re seeing similar reports from Europe now — withdrawals being “postponed” until late July, especially in Dutch and Baltic groups. That’s often a sign the scam is nearing its breaking point and they’re trying to hold off a bank run.
If you hear anything else from inside their channels, feel free to pass it on. Every bit of intel helps us stay ahead of the collapse and warn the next wave of victims.
Thanks again for staying on the case.
– Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
Hi Danny!
There is a continuation to Tofro scheme. Now, in one of the group chats in Telegram, appeared the message from MTS admin, BUT claiming to be from FBI that uncovered Tofro office in USA. They offer people to fill in forms to claim their money back. I presume these scammers use it to control panic.
Sharing some success:
I reported the content by ‘Mr. Alexander,’ and MEDIUM.com has now suspended it from public view.
“We have determined the content(s) violate our rules:
https://policy.medium.com/medium-rules-30e5502c4eb4
We have now suspended the content(s) from public view. “
Thanks for the update, Hartwig — and well done.
Glad to hear MEDIUM.com took action after your report. These types of scam-promoting articles can cause real harm, especially when they’re dressed up as legitimate investment advice. Getting them taken down is a small but important step in holding these bad actors accountable.
Appreciate you continuing to share what you find — it helps others stay alert and adds pressure to platforms that unknowingly host scam content.
Thanks Alina — and you’re absolutely right to be suspicious.
This is a textbook example of “Phase 2 scamming” — where the original scammers impersonate law enforcement or recovery agents to:
• Delay panic and buy themselves time
• Harvest personal info (like wallet addresses and IDs)
• Or worse, charge fees under the promise of refunds
That fake “FBI” Telegram message is laughable to anyone with a trained eye — real federal agents don’t operate in group chats, especially on apps known for hosting fraud rings.
What’s really happening? They’re keeping the illusion alive, hoping desperate victims will:
• Not report them
• Trust the process
• Stay quiet and hopeful
Please do not submit any info or payments, and warn others in your group that this is part of the same scam. Once the withdrawals stop, they pivot to damage control mode with fake agents and refund promises — all fake.
Thanks for staying alert and continuing to report. You’re doing the right thing.
Sharing this for anyone in the Netherlands, Belgium, or Sweden who has been scammed out of more than €50,000 — there is a lawyer available who is willing to take on your civil case.
http://dataexpert.nl/
crypto@dataexpert.nl
Response from the company, after requesting how they can be of support here:
My Email:
“Hello there,
In my investigation about Crypto investment Scams like MTS Foundation and ToFro – the Name dataexpert.nl came up a view times that you have some way to recover lost crypto money for victims.
Just checking, there is some truth around it, since there is a lot of second layer scams happening and false promises to recover lost money.”
Answer – Data Expert – 05-07-2025
“Thank you for your message.
We don’t do asset recovery, but we ususally get involved for tracing reports for victims that lost crypto assets in scams.
We can assist victims in the Netherlands, Belgium and Sweden that have a lawyer that will take on their civil case.
[…]
Yes sure you can share it, but please also note that there is not much we can do for losses below 50k EUR (original invested amount), since the costs to go to court in a civil case are substantial. This to avoid victims reaching out to us with requests to assists in losses that are <50k EUR."
Happy to share the original email.
Thanks for the information, Hartwig.
Just to clarify for others reading: I am not endorsing this company or recommending them for recovery services. However, after doing some due diligence, ChatGPT confirms that DataExpert.nl is a legitimate Netherlands-based digital forensics and cybersecurity company — not a scam or fake recovery agent.
According to their direct response, they do not do asset recovery, but they may assist with tracing reports for victims of crypto scams, only if:
The victim has a lawyer willing to take on a civil case, and
The original amount lost is over €50,000, as civil litigation can be expensive.
Their involvement appears to be technical support in investigations, not legal representation or fund retrieval. They operate in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Sweden.
If you’ve lost money in a scam, always be cautious — especially of “recovery” services asking for upfront payment. Second-layer scams are everywhere.
Again: this is not a recommendation — just public information to help victims make informed decisions.
Hi,
I think this is useful onfo about scam sites/apps/people from the legitimate website
https://www.cryptolegal.uk/list-of-reported-scam-companies/
Hi Danny
I have a friend who recently got involved with this MTS Foundation program. What really stood out to me, especially since I was also being recruited, is how scripted the whole thing feels. I keep seeing the same pattern everywhere online: an “acquaintance” showing proof of money supposedly withdrawn to their account, screenshots of early earnings sent by the friend who’s trying to recruit me, and the same dismissive responses when people raise red flags, they usually just laugh it off or calling them ignorant.
It’s honestly unsettling. In just two weeks, my friend’s whole attitude has shifted when confronted with facts or any kind of skepticism. I told them to at least pull out their initial investment, so they don’t lose everything, and only “play” with potential profit. But now I’m seeing reports that it involves downloading unverified apps, which is another huge red flag. I’m genuinely worried this is going to end badly for them.
What’s even more concerning is that I’m reading how certain countries like the Netherlands where my friend lives, are at risk of being “cancelled” or removed from the platform entirely, meaning anyone invested from there could lose all their money overnight. It’s really troubling, and it makes me sad how easy it is for people to get caught up in this kind of thing. And even more so, lose friendships over this. My trust has been affected. Especially the mild spam I have received to hype me up to join.
Thank you for your article! It really helps people with a skeptical mindset make more informed choices. It definitely helped me.
Thanks for your heartfelt comment, Andrea — and I’m really glad the article helped you trust your gut.
What you described is classic Ponzi playbook behaviour:
• The fake withdrawals
• The recycled screenshots
• The robotic “you just don’t get it” responses
• And most of all, the rapid personality change in your friend
These are all red flags of a cult-like financial trap. It’s not just a scam — it’s a psychological operation. The entire structure of MTS/Tofro is built on emotional manipulation: urgency, exclusivity, and manufactured success stories. When logic fails, they escalate with guilt-tripping, FOMO, or even ridicule.
You’re absolutely right about the risks with unverified apps too. That’s often how scammers gain access to devices or data, especially when platforms are built to mimic real exchanges. And this idea of certain countries being “removed” is a classic pressure tactic. They’re not getting cut off — they’re getting dumped.
Most people trapped inside only realise it after the site goes dark — but you had the clarity to step back. That’s rare. And your advice to your friend (pull the initial out, use profit-only) is wise, though sadly, many victims leave everything in, chasing compounding dreams until it’s too late.
Thank you for sharing your experience — it could be exactly what someone else needs to read today to walk away.
And if you do end up needing a more detailed reply to send your friend, or want to expose further messages you’ve received, I’m happy to help.
Danny, you where right! it just ended!
Thanks Simon — short, sharp, and sadly true.
Yes, it ended exactly as predicted: withdrawals blocked, fake excuses about investigations, and a disappearing act from the so-called “MTS Foundation.”
This is why I publish these warnings early — not to attack people, but to give them a chance to step away before it’s too late. I appreciate you coming back to confirm it.
If you know others still caught in the aftermath, feel free to send them the blog link or ask them to share their experience. Every voice helps expose the next version of this scam before it starts.
En vandaag is het helemaal in elkaar gestort.
Zo genaamd een jaar op ‘on hold’ gezet wegens overheids controles in de VS.
Iedereen z’n geld kwijt. Niemand kon de laatste week nog bij z’n geld zogenaamd vanwege scammers en een mr Harris birthday celebrations.
En persoonsgegevens gedeeld….
Thank you for sharing this, JDJ — it’s a crucial update for others to see.
The “one-year hold due to government investigations in the U.S.” is a classic final phase of a collapsing Ponzi scheme. They create a fake external excuse (like “regulatory review”) to stall mass panic, while simultaneously cutting off all withdrawals. Claiming it was due to “scammers” and even Harris Levy’s birthday only reinforces just how ridiculous and disrespectful these scammers have become to the people they defrauded.
You also raised a very important point — personal data. Many victims gave over KYC information, wallet addresses, and contact details. This is now at risk of being abused or sold on to other scams.
I encourage you (and anyone else reading this):
• Report this to your national financial authority or consumer protection agency immediately.
• Do not trust any “refund agents” or so-called “FBI agents” on Telegram offering recovery. Those are follow-up scams.
Appreciate your comment — and I’ll make sure this collapse notice is highlighted in the blog for others who are still in denial.
Thank you,
I have now lost $2000 because I fell in with my eyes open, and want to save other people from this, which is why I am sharing it here. But the scariest thing is that they have a picture of my passport with all the details on it. I reported this to the authorities myself.
Labas visiems , taip as irgi praradau 3060usd , is cia tikra ponzi , sukciai, ir blogiausia kad ir mano turi paso duomenis , taip pat kreipiausi i policija
Here’s the English translation of Dainius’s original comment:
“Hi everyone, yes I also lost $3,060, this is definitely a Ponzi scheme, scammers, and the worst part is that they also have my passport details. I have also reported it to the police.”
English Reply:
Hi Dainius,
I’m really sorry to hear that you lost $3,060 to this scam. You’re absolutely right — TOFRO/MTS has all the hallmarks of a classic Ponzi scheme, and it’s deeply concerning that they now also have your passport data. Reporting it to the police was the right move. I recommend also flagging your ID as compromised with your country’s passport authority and monitoring for any signs of identity misuse. You’re not alone — thank you for speaking out and helping others stay alert.
Lithuanian Reply:
Labas Dainiau,
Labai gaila girdėti, kad praradote 3060 USD dėl šios apgavystės. Jūs visiškai teisus — TOFRO/MTS turi visus tipiškos Ponzi schemos požymius, ir dar blogiau, kad jie turi jūsų paso duomenis. Kreiptis į policiją buvo teisingas sprendimas. Taip pat rekomenduoju informuoti paso tarnybą apie galimą duomenų nutekėjimą ir stebėti, ar nėra piktnaudžiavimo jūsų tapatybe. Jūs ne vienas — ačiū, kad pasidalinote savo istorija ir padedate įspėti kitus.
— Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
Hi all,
JDJ, that is my concern too. These scammers got passport details of all those who invested and could use them for any illegal purpose. I presume the solution would be to change passport, not only report.
Hi Alina,
Thanks again for raising this very serious issue. You’re absolutely right to be concerned — if the scammers behind TOFRO/MTS have collected passport details, they could potentially use them for identity theft, money laundering, or other illegal activities.
Reporting it to your local authorities (police and financial regulators) is a vital first step. I also strongly recommend that anyone who submitted ID documents to this platform flags it with their government’s passport/ID fraud department. In many countries, it is possible to request a new passport or have the old one flagged as compromised if it was shared with a fraudulent entity.
It’s also wise to:
Monitor your credit reports and banking activity.
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all accounts.
Be vigilant for any suspicious activity tied to your identity.
If anyone has specific examples of how their data might be getting misused, please share it with me directly.
Stay cautious and thank you again for keeping others informed.
– Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
Dank je wel voor alle informatie
Ik werk in de zorg en werd via collega hiervoor uitgenodigd. Ik ben er nooit ingestapt en heb een mantelzorger kunnen tegenhouden maar helaas was er al 3000 euro overgemaakt.
English translation of the comment:
“Thank you very much for all the information.
I work in healthcare and was invited to this by a colleague. I never joined, and I managed to stop a caregiver from joining as well, but unfortunately €3,000 had already been transferred.”
Bilingual reply (English + Dutch):
English:
Thank you so much for sharing this — it’s heartbreaking to hear how easily these scams spread, even among trusted colleagues. I’m really glad you stayed out and even managed to prevent someone else from getting further involved. That €3,000 loss is tragic, but your actions might have saved others from losing even more. If you hear of more people being targeted in the healthcare sector, feel free to send any updates. Together we’re building awareness that really matters.
Dutch:
Heel erg bedankt voor het delen — het is schokkend hoe snel dit soort oplichting zich verspreidt, zelfs onder collega’s die je vertrouwt. Ik ben blij dat je zelf niet bent ingestapt en dat je zelfs iemand anders hebt kunnen tegenhouden. Die €3.000 verlies is tragisch, maar jouw actie heeft mogelijk nog grotere schade voorkomen. Als je hoort dat meer mensen in de zorg worden benaderd, laat het me weten. Samen bouwen we aan bewustwording die écht verschil maakt.
— Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
Thank you for this report, Danny!
I have an experience very similar to Andrea, who wrote on July 9 about her friend who tried to get her to join. Since it’s my friend and he was very excited I was of course willing to hear him out about this “opportunity”. However, as soon as I did just a few quick google searches the red flags were all over the place. I told him about my finds, and he just dismissed it all with various excuses, most of them entailing that these are all forces set to work against MTS. When I pointed out the fact that MTS Foundation had plagiarized The Carlyle Group’s website he even went so far as to say “well I’ve never heard of The Carlyle Group, perhaps they copied MTS Foundation!”. Needless to say that whatever pretty clear evidence of fishy business I put forth, it fell before deaf ears.
And I’ve also received several requests to join. After I said no this last time, there’s been silence from him and I haven’t had any response to my other messages to him. It’s very disheartening. I’d hoped he and his wife would withdraw their initial investment and keep it, but they instead invested it in her name, and added even more money. It’s crazy how I’m just going this whole thing can crumble soon, both so that they don’t invest any more money into it, and also to get my friend back from this “enchantment”.
Btw I’d say that some of the comments supporting MTS in this thread are done by the people behind it. The story about relatives losing their jobs and MTS Foundation entering their lives at EXACTLY the right point, is exactly the type of story I’ve seen with my own eyes from the telegram chat that they have (my friend has shown me in order to convince me – as if an anonymous account on telegram with just a first name would ever convince me). They praise Harris Levy as some kind of magnanimous, benevolent savior and that it’s a privilege to be asked to join this movement that works toward a “more free and sustainable future for all” or something along those lines….
Hi Javier,
Thank you for sharing such a powerful and honest account — your story echoes what so many others have described: the emotional grip these scams can have over even the smartest of people. It’s painful to watch loved ones dismiss red flags and double down, especially when you’re showing them undeniable proof. You did the right thing by staying skeptical and doing your research — that takes real integrity when trust and friendship are involved.
The line about The Carlyle Group being the one who “copied MTS Foundation”… wow. That kind of mental gymnastics really shows how deep the psychological manipulation runs. It’s no longer about facts — it’s about belief, and unfortunately, people stuck in that mindset often need the entire scam to crash before they begin to question anything.
You’re also absolutely right about the comments planted by insiders. These emotional “hero narratives” tied to Harris Levy and the idea of MTS being a “freedom movement” are textbook cult language. It’s designed to shut down logic, stir emotion, and push people further into the bubble.
I truly hope your friend and his wife find their way out before losing more. Sometimes, unfortunately, it takes total collapse before people wake up. But even then — having someone like you in their life who didn’t say “I told you so” but tried to protect them, can make all the difference.
Thank you again for being part of the solution and helping others see what’s really going on.
—Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
I was in 2 of these scams. Mts Tofro with Harris Levi and Apollo (Apollo global investments) Victory with Clara Withmore. Both shut down…. Both seem to come from Denver USA.
Hi Douwe,
Thanks for sharing that — and I’m really sorry to hear you were caught up in not just one, but two of these fraudulent schemes. The fact that both MTS/Tofro and Apollo Global Investments (Victory) collapsed the same way and appear to be linked to Denver is extremely telling.
It’s becoming more and more clear that these scam networks are either connected or using the same playbook — from fake founders like “Harris Levi” and “Clara Withmore” to scripted Telegram chats, staged success stories, and promises of easy financial freedom. It’s a psychological trap, and you’re definitely not alone in being targeted.
If you have any documentation or screenshots from Apollo/Victory that you think others should see, feel free to share them at dehek.com/contact The more we expose these overlapping patterns, the harder it becomes for the scammers to rebrand and fool the next wave of victims.
Appreciate you speaking out — your voice helps warn others.
—Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
Tofro Website is down!
https://tofro.com – Website ist Down
https://tofrof.com – New URL active
Thanks for your comment and for flagging the new domain tofrof.com. It’s incredibly concerning to see the scam continue under a slightly altered name, especially after the original tofrof.com site went offline.
This new site was only registered in late 2024 and is hosted through Cloudflare, using multiple international IPs and technologies similar to the original scam platform. There’s no security validation, and it appears hastily thrown together.
This may be a phishing attempt designed to trick former victims into logging in again so scammers can capture credentials or try to relaunch under a new brand. Anyone who visits tofrof.com risks exposing personal information or crypto wallet data.
If you use the same password for everything, these scammers will likely attempt to log into your email, bank, or crypto accounts. Never use the same password twice — don’t let these deceptive people win.
I strongly recommend not entering any details on the new site. If others in the community are still active in Telegram groups, please warn them to avoid this new domain. This is just a continuation of the scam.
Thanks again for staying vigilant and helping others stay informed.
Thank you for the update, Now you can wait for a reboot with a new name and a very similar look opportunity to catch old investors eyes. That how these scammers operate.
Belgium’s FSMA warns against new wave of fraudulent trading platforms – 24.7.25.
MTS & ToFro now included.
https://www.fsma.be/en/warnings/new-wave-fraudulent-trading-platforms
Finally – There is an official statement from German supervisory authority BaFin:
Automated translated:
“The financial supervisory authority BaFin is warning against offers on the websites tofrof.com/tofro.pro. According to its findings, the website operators are offering crypto asset services without authorization. The website operators are not supervised by BaFin.”
https://www.bafin.de/SharedDocs/Veroeffentlichungen/DE/Verbrauchermitteilung/unerlaubte/2025/meldung_2025_07_28_tofrof_com_tofro_pro.html
Thank you, Hartwig — this is exactly the kind of confirmation we’ve been waiting for.
The official BaFin warning now publicly confirms what so many victims already suspected: TOFRO.pro and tofrof.com are operating without authorization and are not supervised by the German financial authority. This means they’ve been offering illegal crypto services in Germany and likely beyond.
For anyone still on the fence, this isn’t just a blogger’s opinion anymore — this is a formal notice from a government regulator.
Here’s the full BaFin statement (in German):
https://www.bafin.de/SharedDocs/Veroeffentlichungen/DE/Verbrauchermitteilung/unerlaubte/2025/meldung_2025_07_28_tofrof_com_tofro_pro.html
If you’re still involved with TOFRO/MTS or promoting it, now is the time to stop. And if you’ve invested, please avoid logging into the new site (tofrof.com) — it could be collecting your personal data or crypto wallet info.
Thank you again, Hartwig, for sharing this — a crucial step in bringing this scam to light.
I am Dutch and also understand English, but if I am going to write it you will still be decoding it in 10 years. So I’ll do it in Dutch
ik ben ook slachtoffer geworden van mts de boel ik 9 juni geklapt in nederland en iedereen is alles kwijt.
maakt niet uit beter opletten
echter
er zijn nu al 2 vrienden van mij ingestapt in Ultima met Alex Reinhardt als ceo. hier heb ik al helemaal geen vertrouwen in en ben sinds gisteren gaan graven op internet. hierdoor ben ik op jou website terecht gekomen. ik heb ze alle bewijzen van dit en van ultima naar ze doorgestuurd. maar ze vinden de website er niet echt uit zien. (dat vond ik van tofro ook maar goed)
ik weet niet wat ik kan doen om ze te overtuigen. sterker nog hun proberen mij nog steeds te overtuigen dat dit het antwoord is om rijk te worden. iedere keer weer bij een ontmoeting valt weer het woord ultima of coin
waarschijnlijk hebben ze veel geld gestort voor de licentie en alles wat ze nu nog kunnen doen is meegaan in de leugen en zoveel mogelijk mensen met hun mee trekken.
het is precies de constructie zoals jij omschrijft.
ik wil je bedanken voor je werk en de informatie die je hebt gevonden
ik ben vanaf nu beter op me hoede
groetjes Django
English Translation of the Comment (from Django):
I’m also a victim of MTS — everything collapsed in the Netherlands on June 9 and everyone lost everything. Doesn’t matter, lesson learned, time to be more cautious.
However…
Now two of my friends have joined “Ultima,” with Alex Reinhardt as CEO. I already have zero trust in this and started digging online yesterday. That’s how I found your website. I’ve sent them all the evidence I could find about MTS and Ultima. But they’re saying your website “doesn’t look professional.” (Which is what I also thought about TOFRO — but turns out it was a scam anyway!)
I don’t know how to convince them. In fact, they keep trying to convince me that this is the path to getting rich. Every time we meet, it’s Ultima this, Coin that…
I suspect they’ve already poured in a lot of money for a license and now the only thing they can do is go along with the lie and try to pull as many others in as possible.
It’s exactly the kind of structure you describe.
I just want to thank you for your work and the information you’ve uncovered.
From now on, I’ll be more cautious.
Greetings, Django
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English Reply:
Hi Django,
Thank you for your message — and I’m sorry to hear you were caught up in MTS. You’re absolutely right: when people invest a lot into these schemes, they often double down instead of admitting they were wrong — and sadly that means dragging others in to justify their own decisions.
I’ve heard a lot of similar stories about “Ultima” and Alex Reinhardt, and you are spot on to be suspicious. Reinhardt has a long history in the MLM scam space and has rebranded several times. These projects always start with hype, promises of wealth, and flashy marketing — but they collapse the moment recruitment slows down.
Don’t blame yourself. These scams are psychologically engineered to override critical thinking and make people trust what they want to believe. It’s a pattern I’ve seen over and over again.
Keep doing what you’re doing: raise awareness, stay vocal, and don’t let anyone shame you for asking questions. I truly appreciate you visiting my website — and you’re not alone.
If your friends keep pushing you, remember: anyone who refuses to acknowledge documented red flags isn’t looking for truth — they’re looking for new victims.
Stay sharp,
Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger
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Dutch Reply (Nederlands Antwoord):
Hoi Django,
Bedankt voor je bericht — en vervelend om te horen dat je slachtoffer bent geworden van MTS. Je hebt helemaal gelijk: als mensen veel geld investeren in zulke projecten, willen ze vaak niet toegeven dat het fout was — en daarom proberen ze anderen mee te slepen.
Ik hoor veel soortgelijke verhalen over “Ultima” en Alex Reinhardt, en je hebt groot gelijk om argwanend te zijn. Reinhardt heeft een lange geschiedenis met MLM-scams en hernoemt zijn projecten telkens opnieuw. Ze starten altijd met veel beloftes en marketing, maar vallen in elkaar zodra het werven stopt.
Geef jezelf niet de schuld. Deze scams zijn psychologisch ontworpen om mensen te laten geloven wat ze willen geloven. Het is een patroon dat ik steeds weer zie.
Blijf vooral doen wat je doet: bewustwording creëren, vragen blijven stellen en je niet laten afschrikken. Ik waardeer het dat je op mijn website terecht bent gekomen — en je staat er niet alleen voor.
Als je vrienden blijven aandringen, onthoud dan: iemand die de rode vlaggen negeert is niet op zoek naar waarheid — maar naar nieuwe slachtoffers.
Blijf scherp,
Danny de Hek
The Crypto Ponzi Scheme Avenger