Viral Spit On That Thang Sensation Haliey Welch TEAM Lawsuit: The Crypto Community Reacts
12/20/2024, 1:56:20 AM
Hawk Tuah spaces immediately plays a recording of Haliey reading a script about sniper bots, then doc hollywood starts calling out zachxbt This is a movie 🤣🤣
In an almost to-be-expected turn of events, Haliey Welch, widely recognized for her viral "Hawk Tuah" meme and the subsequent launch of her own cryptocurrency, has been embroiled in a legal battle that has sent shockwaves buzzing through the crypto community. Recently news broke that investors associated with the Hawk Tuah memecoin were filing a lawsuit against those involved in its creation, citing issues related to the token's dramatic price crash.
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@AutismCapital I’m in the process of waking her up and will get this all cleared up x.com/chooserich/sta…
Haliey Welch hasn’t been sued for $HAWK … yet. Her team has, though, along with the Tuah The Moon Foundation. FAKE NEWS IS EVERYWHERE! pic.x.com/qVT5uvUOct
BREAKING: Hailey Welch’s “Hawk Tuah” crypto venture has landed itself in hot water, facing a lawsuit after investors claim they were “rug pulled” faster than a magician’s disappearing act when the token nosedived by 95%! Investors are all riled up, stating that the lawsuit stems from the “unlawful promotion and sale of the Hawk Tuah cryptocurrency memecoin”, which sounds like a fancy way of saying, “We got duped!” The lawsuit names a cast of characters, including the ‘Tuah The Moon Foundation,’ OverHere Ltd, and their fearless leader, Clinton So, along with the project’s meme maestro, Alex Larson Schultz, as reported by Newsweek. According to the lawsuit, “Many of the investors were first-time crypto adventurers lured in by Welch’s star power.” In other words, they thought they were joining the next big thing instead of a financial cliff dive! “The token’s plummet left investors feeling like they’d just watched their life savings do a belly flop,” the complaint continues. It seems they relied on Welch’s glittery promises and the project’s “road map” , which apparently led them straight off a cliff!😂
Video not archived · View on XThis news has not only dominated discussions within cryptocurrency circles but has also sparked a wave of speculation, especially since Haliey, typically a vibrant presence on her podcast, was notably absent this week.
.@HalieyWelchX officially has been sued by Hawk Tuah investors for unjust enrichment. Plaintiffs request $151,250 in damages and demand trial by jury Now we know why she's been sleeping for weeks pic.x.com/VCqycsuJPT x.com/NFTherder/stat…
The Lawsuit and Crypto Community's Response
🚨 NEW: Hawk Tuah (Haliey Welch)‘s foundation and others are being sued in EDNY. Looks like everyone talked Tuah lawyer. pic.x.com/v6nQ7S01LU
The lawsuit alleges that the Hawk Tuah cryptocurrency, promoted heavily through Welch's social media presence, was sold to the public without proper proceedures. This legal challenge not only targets the creators of the memecoin but also casts a shadow over the broader implications for celebrity-endorsed crypto projects. The crypto community, known for its volatility and often speculative nature, has been buzzing with discussions, theories, and debates over the implications of this lawsuit for the future of meme-based tokens.
Haliey Welch AKA ‘Hawk Tuah Girl’ goes silent online after launching a meme coin that lost nearly all its value in one day. Investors are now suing people associated with the launch, alleging there was unlawful promotion and sale of the coin. pic.x.com/BY3nWDClTR
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@_CXMZ @HalieyWelchX I may post some more pages after I've studied the docket more. Technically Welch isn't sued directly. They are suing her foundation (for which she is responsible) so that may be the source of confusion. However the lawsuit is real ✅
Haliey's No-Show on Her Podcast!?
Adding to the speculation, Haliey Welch missed her usual podcast episode this week. While the festive season of Christmas could be a plausible reason for her absence, many listeners and followers are connecting the dots to the ongoing legal issues. The podcast, "Talk Tuah with Haliey Welch," has become a platform for Welch to discuss various topics. Her absence has left fans and the crypto community pondering whether the legal stress might be the underlying cause of her silence.
Haliey Welch, aka Hawk Tuah Girl, has now been gone for 2 weeks and hasn’t dropped any episodes of her Talk Tuah podcast since “going to sleep” after rug-pulling millions in a memecoin 😭 pic.x.com/Ch8aWcr9uu
Murky group behind ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl Haliey Welch’s failed meme coin sued by investors trib.al/wxEVDfS pic.x.com/Isal0Nthxb
Even the New York Post covered the ongoings!
The Impact on Celebrity Crypto Ventures
This incident raises significant questions about the role of influencers and celebrities in the crypto space. While Welch has not been named as a defendant, the association of her persona with the memecoin has undeniably impacted her public image and likely her mental health. The lawsuit highlights the risks and responsibilities tied to promoting financial products like cryptocurrencies, especially those that might not comply with existing regulations. It serves as a cautionary tale for other public figures who might consider venturing into the crypto market.
JUST IN: "Hawk Tuah" girl Haliey Welch sued over her meme coin that crashed 95% hours after launch. pic.x.com/XyUIDkyKp2
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As the legal proceedings unfold, the crypto community, along with Haliey's followers, will be watching closely. This incident could set precedents for how influencer-backed crypto projects are treated legally. For now, the community is left in a speculative loop, debating the merits of celebrity crypto endorsements, the need for regulation, and the personal impact on figures like Haliey Welch, whose online presence has turned from viral fame to hot legal spotlight.
This holiday season, while many look forward to celebrations, the crypto world finds itself reflecting on the balance between innovation, fame, and the lawlessness, with Haliey Welch's situation at the heart of this complex celebrity coin narrative.
Christmas Tree by Hawk Tuah! pic.x.com/w4QBJTCfVg
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Here is a link to the Complaint: storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.usco…
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