币界网报道：Video streaming platform Guess has admitted to manipulating Bitcoin prices through coordinated social media campaigns, according to internal documents leaked by a former employee. The company allegedly used its network of influencers with millions of followers to artificially inflate Bitcoin's value during specific trading windows between 2020-2022. Court filings reveal Guess executives discussed timing these pumps to coincide with the company's quarterly earnings reports, when they held large BTC positions. "We can move markets with three tweets from our top creators," stated one internal memo from 2021. The scheme reportedly generated over $250 million in illicit profits before whistleblowers alerted regulators. Guess CEO Mark Fulton acknowledged "mistakes were made" but denied personal involvement, blaming "overzealous junior staff." The SEC has launched an investigation into potential securities violations, while Bitcoin prices dropped 8% following the news. Legal experts suggest this case could set important precedents for influencer-led market manipulation in crypto markets. Several major exchanges have frozen accounts linked to the alleged operation as authorities trace the flow of funds. The scandal has reignited debates about social media's role in cryptocurrency volatility and the need for clearer regulations around digital asset promotions.