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Taylor Thomson Sues Ex-BFF for $80 Million Over Crypto

8/25/2025

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Taylor Thomson is suing her ex-best friend, Richardson, for $80 million related to a failed crypto investment.
Their friendship declined after a romantic advance was rejected in 2019.
Thomson alleges Richardson lost $80 million through reckless management, while Richardson countersued for defamation, claiming significant personal losses.
Thomson seeks at least $25 million in the ongoing legal disputes.

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Story summary

Taylor Thomson is suing her ex-best friend, Richardson, for $80 million related to a failed crypto investment.
Their friendship declined after a romantic advance was rejected in 2019.
Thomson alleges Richardson lost $80 million through reckless management, while Richardson countersued for defamation, claiming significant personal losses.
Thomson seeks at least $25 million in the ongoing legal disputes.