The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) has issued a caution to investors regarding the operations of Whintex, a self-proclaimed cryptocurrency trading platform.

According to the BCSC, Whintex claims to be based in Toronto, Canada and offers services in cryptocurrency trading. It has come to light that Whintex is engaging with residents from British Columbia (BC) as clients, despite not being registered to trade in, or advise on, securities or derivatives within the province.

Investors are strongly urged to exercise caution when interacting with or considering the services of firms like Whintex that lack the necessary registration and authorization to operate within the securities and derivatives trading industry in BC. Such entities pose significant risks, including the potential for fraud and the loss of investments.

Details to Note for OSINT Investigations:

• Website: https://whintex.com
• Claims: Located in Toronto, Canada, offering cryptocurrency trading services.
• Target: Accepts clients from British Columbia, Canada.
• Regulatory Status: Not registered in BC to trade in or advise on securities or derivatives.

This alert aims to prevent further victims of this scam and encourages anyone affected by Whintex or similar schemes to come forward with their stories. Sharing your experience can be invaluable in helping others avoid falling prey to similar fraudulent activities.