Zondacrypto collapse leaves founder missing, CEO abroad

Zondacrypto’s collapse has developed into a criminal and regulatory crisis after the exchange shut down in April 2026, leaving thousands of customers unable to withdraw their assets. Summary Zondacrypto’s website went offline April 23 after users reported withdrawal delays and frozen customer balances. Polish prosecutors estimate losses above 350 million zlotys, while thousands of customers are unable to withdraw. Founder Sylwester Suszek disappeared in March 2022; his successor Przemysław Kral reportedly remains abroad today. Estonia’s FIU reportedly revoked BB Trade Estonia’s operating license on June 29, 2026, after suspension. On-chain analysis found visible hot-wallet bitcoin fell 99.7%, but did not establish total reserves held. A new investigation published by the NYT on Aug. 23 examined the disappearance of founder Sylwester Suszek and the absence of his successor, Przemysław Kral. However, verified reporting indicates that their circumstances are different. Suszek has not been seen since March 2022. Kral, by contrast, has been reported outside Poland, including in Israel. Authorities and journalists have not independently confirmed that he is missing. Zondacrypto collapse ...