Çiftlik Bank
Çiftlik Bank was an online platform launched in Turkey in 2017, designed to simulate a virtual farm experience. Users could invest in virtual livestock and earn profits based on the growth and production of their animals. The platform attracted many participants with promises of high returns.
However, in 2018, Çiftlik Bank was revealed to be a fraudulent scheme, leading to significant financial losses for investors. The founder, Furkan Yılmaz, fled the country, and authorities initiated investigations. The case highlighted the risks associated with online investment platforms and the importance of regulatory oversight.