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Minty-Swap 2.0 real or fake?
There is another pandemic infecting investors, that is deadlier than Covid-19. “Rug pull” isn’t a word that has any positive connotations attached to it. The collateral damage of losing a lot of money on useless Tokens and total economic despair will be felt by many. “Rug pull” leaves the NFT community members orphaned, picking up the scraps of a failed investment, while the founders have fled with golden parachutes. In an effort to police the NFT Metaverse, exchanges like OpenSea have delisted such NFT projects entirely, but new NFT projects are being created at an alarming rate.
NFT’s/Token’s original rug pull company will launch version 2.0 of the Token/NFT before a new investor can collaborate with the victimized Alpha group. In order to double dip on further proceeds, the original Token company claims all “so-called problems” with its Token or NFT have been resolved, plotting yet another rug pull on its community members and Token holders. Does this sound a little bit like fraud? If you are nodding your head in agreement, I believe that is the textbook definition.
Rug pulls in recent years have served as evergreen reminders of the risks associated with NFT/Tokens. We’ve compiled a short list of some of the most memorable (and costly) events in ecosystem history. The bright side of these events is that they have helped educate people about identifying and avoiding NFT scams.
Frosties freeze rug pull nets $1.3 million
Frosties, launched on January 7, 2022, was an ice cream-themed collection of 8,888 NFTs that marketed itself as “cool, delectable, and unique”. Ethan Nguyen (known as “Frostie”) and Andre Llacuna (known as “Heyandre”), the two founders of the project, had already been able to build up a sizable community in their Discord channel, as well as promised collectors merch, raffles and a fund in the hope of ensuring the project’s success for the long term.
It was estimated that the NFTs would sell for 0.04 ETH each, so, after the collection had been sold out a few hours later, the team behind the project had been able to generate 335 ETH – just over a million dollars. There was a brief period of time where the project’s website and Discord dropped, and the funds from the sale were transferred to a variety of wallets; the founders were now ghosts.
Evil Ape dupes the Evolved Apes NFT community
The founder of Evolution Ape, known as Evil Ape, stole 798 ETH ($2.7 million) from investors just a week after the collection launched. The Twitter account and project website of Evil Ape are no longer available.
The Evolved Apes project was originally intended to be a fight game, but has now become just another scammer rug pull statistic.
MintySwap , Swaps investor dollars for Lamborghinis
Layth Samarah created MintySwap Token to fund his Lamborghinis, houses, and vacations using investor money. Developing Legends of Mintonia, a game that earns Minty tokens, was a lie, used to sell project tokens and deposit money into exchange accounts, estimated at $2-3 million. Hundreds of people have been scammed out of millions of dollars by Layth’s Token Minty-swap by blacklisting their wallets (preventing them from using the contract, transferring, or selling their investments). When people start asking questions, Layth then blocks and kicks them out of the investment chat.
MintySwap also sold 10,000 copies of its NFT called “Mintonians” stealing funds from investors, claiming that a so-called “Whale” purchased all of these NFTs when Layth himself sold “mintys” Tokens and bought mintonians, misleading investors.
Openseas has now permanently delisted mintonians NFT which deems them 100% worthless. Users were supposed to receive a certain amount of staking rewards with each mintonian, but the amount has changed 4-5 times since initial promises. Mintonians were only purchased because of the staking reward promise. Token holders have either not received their Tokens or the investors money has gone straight into the founders account. Mintyswaps platform is now planning a 2.0 release, Buyers Beware!
Delisted MintySwap Tokens
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Xavier Aponte: A Global Leader Driving the Future of Crypto Education and Creator Empowerment
Since stepping into entrepreneurship in 2017, Xavier Aponte has carved out a unique space as both a crypto strategist and a digital creator industry pioneer. His journey began in the early days of blockchain’s rise, where he dedicated himself to understanding the mechanics behind cryptocurrencies, studying market psychology, and mentoring newcomers entering the crypto world. Xavier’s commitment to simplifying complex concepts helped countless individuals gain the confidence to invest, trade, and navigate digital finance responsibly.
What truly sets Xavier apart is his ability to evolve with emerging digital trends. After gaining recognition for his insight and leadership in crypto, he expanded his vision into a new frontier—the creator economy. With livestreaming rapidly becoming a global phenomenon, Xavier recognized the need for structure, support, and professional guidance within the creator landscape. This realization led to the creation of Diamond League Agency, a full-scale network designed to elevate creators and help them build meaningful, profitable careers.
Originally launched in Puerto Rico, Diamond League Agency has since grown into an international powerhouse. Now operating across the USA, UK, Canada, Latin America, Australia, and Thailand, the agency provides creators with training, analytics-driven strategies, management systems, and global support teams. Thanks to Xavier’s leadership, the agency has become known for its ability to discover rising talent, improve earnings potential, and stay ahead of constant platform shifts.
Xavier’s approach blends technology, creativity, and business in a way that empowers creators to thrive in an ever-changing digital world. His mission is to build an interconnected ecosystem where both tech innovation and creator success move hand in hand. Thousands of creators have already benefited from his programs, making Diamond League Agency one of the most forward-thinking organizations in the space.
Now residing in Thailand and preparing for future expansion, Xavier is setting his sights on Dubai—a city rapidly becoming a hub for blockchain innovation and digital entrepreneurship. With ongoing crypto initiatives and a scaling creator network, he continues to push boundaries on what’s possible in the digital age.
From early crypto education to global creator development, Xavier Aponte’s trajectory is a testament to strategic vision and relentless drive. His work is shaping the next era of digital opportunity, inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs, investors, and creators around the world.
From novels to movies to music, Jimmy Dasaint has built a career defined by one word—hustle. And this year, the Philly native is proving once again why he’s considered one of the city’s most influential creative voices.
His latest novel, BLACK SCARFACE 5: Fear is Stronger Than Love, is the explosive conclusion to his award-winning series. Co-written with former L.A. drug kingpin Freeway Rick Ross, the book dives deep into themes of survival, loyalty, and betrayal—all told through the gritty lens of Philadelphia’s streets. Fans have responded with overwhelming support, driving the book to ️️️ Star5️ reviews on Amazon.
But Jimmy’s storytelling doesn’t stop on the page. On September 20th, streaming service Tubi will release his newest feature film, THE WRONG BITCH. With a cast of rising stars—Tera Alford, JaQuai Felton, and Mavia Barnes—the film becomes Jimmy’s 13th feature, a testament to his consistency and dedication to bringing authentic urban stories to the screen.
And then there’s the music. Earlier this summer, Jimmy dropped STILL A HUSTLER, an album that has caught the attention of The Source, AllHipHop, and Floss Magazine. It’s raw, powerful, and reflective of the same resilience that has carried Jimmy through every stage of his career.
Through it all, Jimmy remains true to his motto: “Bringing Hollywood to Philly.” With each project, he shines a spotlight on his city while inspiring the next generation of creators to believe that success doesn’t have to come from leaving home—it can be built right here in Philadelphia.
Follow Jimmy Dasaint’s journey:
Website: www.dasaintentertainment.com
Instagram: @jimmydasaint1
Music: Streaming on all major platforms
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