First-Person Account
My Experience
I share this account to help others make informed decisions. What started as what I believed to be a legitimate investment turned into years of broken promises.
1 Background
In 2021–2022, I was introduced to an investment opportunity connected to CoinField, a cryptocurrency exchange. At the time, I believed I was dealing with a legitimate, professionally managed operation. The opportunity was presented as structured, secure, and backed by senior individuals within the CoinField ecosystem and its parent company, Global Fintech Trading (GFT).
2 What Happened
Over the course of several months, I engaged with individuals who held or claimed to hold senior positions within CoinField and related entities. Communications were initially frequent and professional. Commitments were made regarding timelines, structures, and expected outcomes.
However, as time progressed, key commitments were not met. I was told I would receive my money back within 30 days. That never happened. Communication became sporadic and then deteriorated entirely. Promised repayments did not occur, and explanations became increasingly vague or non-existent.
I lost a considerable sum of money. After exhausting every avenue for private resolution over a period of four years, I had no choice but to pursue formal channels. I am not the only person who had this experience — many other individuals who invested through CoinField have reported the same pattern.
3 What I Discovered
It was only after I began researching the publicly available information about the individuals and companies involved that I understood the full picture. What I found was extensive:
- Multiple Companies House filings showing complex corporate structures and director histories
- SEC filings and publicly available regulatory actions involving individuals connected to the CoinField network
- Public court records from multiple jurisdictions spanning several years
- Investigative journalism by Hindenburg Research and Forbes connecting these individuals to wider concerns
"Had I conducted this level of due diligence beforehand, I would never have participated. I share this not to make accusations, but so others can access the same publicly available information and draw their own conclusions."
Publicly Associated Individuals
Key Figures
The following individuals are publicly associated with CoinField and its related entities through corporate filings, regulatory records, and media reporting. This information is drawn entirely from public sources.
Paul Cook
Director & COO
Appointed Director of Global Fintech Trading Ltd (GFT), the entity that acquired CoinField. Publicly listed as a director on Companies House filings.
Leslie Greyling
Associated Individual
Connected to GFT and Tingo Group per SEC filings and investigative reporting. Subject of multiple publicly documented legal proceedings across jurisdictions, including SEC actions.
The descriptions above are based on publicly available corporate filings, regulatory records, and media reporting. Search any of these names on Google, Companies House, SEC EDGAR, or PACER to verify independently.
Chronology
Timeline of Events
Key events reconstructed from public records, regulatory filings, and media reporting.
2018 – 2019
CoinField Founded
CoinField (Manticore Labs OÜ) begins operating as a cryptocurrency exchange out of Estonia. Paul Cook becomes involved with the platform.
Source: Corporate filings & press releases
July 2021
GFT Acquisition
Global Fintech Trading Ltd (GFT) is incorporated in the UK. Paul Cook is appointed Director. GFT acquires CoinField.
Source: Companies House / press releases
Late 2021
The Tingo Deal
Negotiations to sell CoinField to Tingo Inc. (OTC-listed). According to SEC filings, Tingo issued approximately 36 million shares to GFT owners as part of this transaction.
Source: SEC filings / Tingo disclosures
Mid 2022
Withdrawal Failures & Resignations
CoinField users begin reporting withdrawal failures. Paul Cook resigns from GFT (July 2022).
Source: Companies House / user reports
2023
Regulatory Exposure
Hindenburg Research and Forbes publish investigative reports on Tingo and individuals connected to the group. SEC and DOJ investigations are publicly reported.
Source: Hindenburg Research / Forbes / SEC
March 2024
GFT Dissolved
Global Fintech Trading Ltd is compulsorily dissolved by the UK Registrar of Companies.
Source: Companies House
2024 – 2025
SEC Actions
Public court records show SEC enforcement actions against individuals connected to the Tingo/CoinField network, including judgments related to securities violations.
Source: SEC / PACER
Take Action
Do Your Own Research
The purpose of this site is not to tell you what to think. It is to encourage you to look at the publicly available evidence and decide for yourself. Every claim made here can be independently verified.
Google & Search Engines
Search the names listed on this page. Look at news articles, regulatory filings, and court records that appear in the results.
Companies House (UK)
Look up company filings, director histories, and dissolution records for GFT and related entities at beta.companieshouse.gov.uk.
SEC EDGAR
Search for filings, complaints, and enforcement actions related to Tingo, CoinField, and associated individuals at sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgar.
AI Research Tools
Use AI assistants like ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Gemini to analyse publicly available information about these individuals and entities.
Protect Yourself
Before investing with any platform or individual, take the time to research their history. Check regulatory records, corporate filings, and news reports. The information is out there — it just takes a few minutes to find.
If you have had a similar experience, you are not alone.