ZachXBT Accuses Bitget of Enabling Scams After $480 Million LAB Withdrawal

The onchain investigator said Shawn Liu allowed scams to operate at Bitget and linked the exchange to a "Chinese CEX cartel" after 10 newly created wallets withdrew 100 million LAB tokens.

Summary

Onchain investigator ZachXBT said Shawn Liu allows scams to operate "behind the scenes" at Bitget and described the platform as part of a "Chinese CEX cartel" following the withdrawal of 100 million LAB tokens valued at $480 million. According to the post, the funds were withdrawn by 10 newly created wallets. The claim centers on activity involving a centralized exchange (crypto trading platform run by a company), where large token withdrawals by fresh wallets can draw scrutiny because they may indicate coordinated movement of funds, market manipulation concerns, or internal control issues. The source provides allegations by ZachXBT but does not include a response from Bitget or Shawn Liu.

Terms & Concepts
  • Onchain investigator: An analyst who tracks blockchain transactions and wallet activity to identify fund flows, suspicious behavior, or possible illicit activity.
  • Centralized exchange (crypto trading platform run by a company): A trading venue operated by a company that holds user funds and processes orders, unlike peer-to-peer trading directly on a blockchain.
  • Wallet: A blockchain address or software tool used to hold and move digital assets such as tokens.