Kevin O’Leary defamation laws are back in focus after a US$2.8 million default judgment against Ben “BitBoy” Armstrong. The court found O’Leary was defamed by viral posts, sending a clear signal to crypto promoters. For Canadians, this changes the risk around token shills, social media claims, and cross-border lawsuits. We explain what the defamation judgment means, why influencer marketing may cool, and how investors can protect portfolios when online sentiment swings fast.

What the $2.8M Ruling Signals

A U.S. court awarded Kevin O’Leary a US$2.8 million default judgment over defamatory posts tied to Ben “BitBoy” Armstrong. The ruling shows that failing to defend a case can carry heavy financial consequences. It also…