Canada's 'Crypto King' Aiden Pleterski to Represent Himself at Fraud Trial

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Canada's 'Crypto King' Aiden Pleterski to Represent Himself at Fraud Trial

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Canada’s self‑styled “Crypto King” Aiden Pleterski will represent himself at his fraud trial, and the judge has warned him he must raise any objections personally to keep inadmissible evidence from the jury. Pleterski’s decision underscores the high‑stakes nature of crypto‑related litigation, and the court’s stance may influence how future defendants handle evidence challenges in the industry.

The judge has told Pleterski he will raise objections on his behalf, to keep inadmissible evidence away from the jury.