Odaily Planet Daily News Regulatory red flags related to crypto trading company Alameda Research may date back to 2018. Alameda began soliciting investors in 2018 through Telegram group chats and a PPT promotional document. The promotional document describes Alameda as offering high-return investment opportunities with no negative side effects and no risk. The document shows that the investment opportunity it offers includes a 15% annualized fixed-rate loan, with Alameda guaranteeing full payment of principal and interest, enforceable under U.S. law and determined by legal counsel for all parties, in the event of a loss within one month. Above 2%, all investors will be given the opportunity to return their funds. The promotional document boasted annualized returns of more than 110% between March and October 2018. (The Block)