Ponzi or Pyramid Schemes

In Ponzi We Trust In Ponzi We Trust- Describes how con artists today are using the Internet to reinvent the Ponzi scheme. From Smithsonian Magazine, Vol 29 number 9. MatrixWatch MatrixWatch- Collects and discusses information on matrix sites and other scams. Skeptic's Dictionary: Pyramid Schemes, Chain Letters and Ponzi Schemes Skeptic's Dictionary: Pyramid Schemes, Chain Letters and Ponzi Schemes- Defines these fraudulent systems of making money which require an endless stream of recruits for success. "Pyramid Schemes" "Pyramid Schemes"- A speech by Debra A. Valentine, General Counsel For The U.S. Federal Trade Commission. Describes these schemes, how they can cause financial ruin for government… Motherjones.com - The Net As Ponzi Scheme Motherjones.com - The Net As Ponzi Scheme- Article compares the internet stock boom with a Ponzi scheme. SEC.gov - Pyramid Schemes SEC.gov - Pyramid Schemes- Explanations, warnings and links to related articles published by U.S. government agencies. Pyramid Scheme Alert Pyramid Scheme Alert- International organization to expose, study and prevent illegal pyramid schemes. News, alerts, resources, legal information and consumer information.