随着这个"电诈之王"正式落入法网，陈志构建的全球最大的犯罪团伙之一也逐渐暴露在世人面前。 从福建小渔村到柬埔寨的"洗白"之路 据公开信息，陈志出生在福建的一个小渔村，中学未毕业就外出谋生，早年创办过一家规模不大、似乎 并不成功的网络游戏公司，赚到了"第一桶金"。太子集团前高管对凤凰网透露，这一时期陈志曾与蔡 文、胡小伟等人通过劫持游戏私服索要赎金获利，只是当时蔡、胡二人落网被罚，他却侥幸脱身。 2010年前后，携带赃款的陈志潜逃至柬埔寨，开始了"洗白"之路。他刻意隐藏过往，对外以"房地产开 发商"自居，在金边郊区低价购地开办建筑公司，主营小型住宅与商铺建设。此时恰逢柬埔寨房地产投 机热潮刚开始，大量与该国政治精英关系密切的人士提供土地资源，中国资本涌入。 【文/观察者网 王一】据《柬中时报》报道，柬埔寨内政部当地时间1月7日通报，在打击跨国犯罪的合 作框架下，柬方逮捕太子集团创始人兼董事长陈志等3人，并于当日将其遣送回中国，接受有关部门进 一步调查。 今年38岁的陈志蓄着山羊胡，配上他的娃娃脸，看上去是一个温和无害的人。但实际上，陈志是一个庞 大的跨国网络诈骗团伙的幕后主使。他的犯罪集团用明面上的正经生意作为 ...

Core Insights - A joint investigation by the US and UK governments has successfully targeted a major telecom fraud group based in Cambodia, potentially marking one of the largest "pig-butchering" scams in US history [1][2] - The US Treasury Department confirmed extensive sanctions against 146 targets within the "Prince Group," including asset freezes and travel bans, with nine companies registered in Taiwan linked to a Singaporean businessman [1] - The UK has also imposed sanctions on six entities and six individuals involved, including the group's chairman, Chen Zhihua, who holds dual nationality [2] Group Operations - The Prince Group operates at least ten fraud centers in Cambodia, employing foreign individuals who are often lured into the operation and subjected to high-pressure conditions [2] - The group utilizes over 1,200 mobile phones and more than 70,000 social media accounts to execute scams, primarily targeting victims through emotional manipulation [2] Financial Impact - Chen Zhihua reportedly boasted of earning $30 million daily through the scam, with illicit funds funneled into luxury assets such as mansions, yachts, and private jets [3] - The US Justice Department has seized over 127,000 bitcoins from the group, valued at approximately $15 billion, marking the largest asset forfeiture in its history [2] Expert Commentary - Experts indicate that the Prince Group represents a significant force in global online fraud, and while the recent actions by the US and UK may not dismantle the entire network, they fundamentally alter the risk assessment standards in this domain [3]

Group 1 - Hong Rong, previously known for his investment insights, has re-emerged as a self-proclaimed "investment expert" to recommend stocks, leveraging his past reputation to attract investors [1][3] - He established a group called "Jianian Tuan Future Class," promoting a slogan of "joint investment, joint profit," which turned out to be a tool for financial exploitation [3] - The group has been inducing investors to commit substantial funds with promises of high returns, but the reality is that these funds are being siphoned off by Hong Rong and his team, leading to significant financial losses for investors [3] Group 2 - Reports indicate that the "Jianian Tuan Future Class" project is nearing its end, suggesting that Hong Rong and his team will soon disappear with their illicit gains, leaving investors facing severe economic repercussions [3] - This incident serves as a warning for investors to remain vigilant and not to trust self-proclaimed "experts" and "teams," emphasizing the importance of obtaining reliable information through legitimate channels [4] - The event highlights the need for increased regulatory oversight in the online financial market to combat various financial frauds and protect investors' rights [4]