Crypto Case Brings Former Partner Into Spotlight
A federal court complaint alleges that Ben Pasternak and two of his crypto projects operated a deceptive token scheme tied to the Believe platform.
The lawsuit claims the operation generated over $6 billion in trading volume, while Pasternak and his companies earned millions in fees before the tokens collapsed. Investors were allegedly told digital assets such as $PASTERNAK, $LAUNCHCOIN and $BELIEVE were stable and profitable when they were not.
- The case is still a proposed class action; no court has found Pasternak guilty of fraud.
- A separate criminal charge in New York concerns an alleged altercation with his former girlfriend, social‑media creator Evelyn Ha. Pasternak has pleaded not guilty and claims self‑defence.
- The criminal matter will be heard independently of the civil suit.
Evelyn Ha’s Role
Evelyn Ha is not a party to either case. Her name appears only because of her past relationship with Pasternak, and court filings show no involvement on her part.
Online discussions have amplified the controversy: TikTok clips and other social media posts mention Ha, yet many claims remain unverified. Search trends reveal users want to know whether she has spoken publicly about the allegations.
Background
- Ben Pasternak: An Australian entrepreneur who first gained notoriety as a teenage tech founder, later moved into consumer startups and crypto.
Believe platform: The focal point of scrutiny for its token launches, trading activity and investor communication. Critics question whether the marketing promised unrealistic returns.
Evelyn Ha: A Korean‑American content creator known for lifestyle and comedy videos on TikTok and YouTube, with a large following. Her name often appears in trending topics involving public figures, even when she is not directly involved.
Current Status
- The civil lawsuit remains at an early stage; whether it will proceed as a class action is still pending.
- The criminal case will follow its own legal path in New York court.
- Both matters involving Pasternak are being handled separately, and Ha remains uninvolved.
