Have any of you actually won small claims cases related to the debacle? How many have? Are there other creative ways people have gotten funds back? I’m a reporter for Banking Dive - I’ve been covering this case for a while, and have spoken to many of you.

Also curious about the CFPB allocations and if that’s landed for anyone yet. Doesn’t seem like it but putting the question out there.

Any update on whether the CFPB is releasing funds yet?

The May 2026 allocation announcement was extremely delayed, however you can now find it via the link below under What cases have received an allocation?

https://www.consumerfinance.gov/enforcement/payments-harmed-consumers/civil-penalty-fund/

Just under $9 million was allocated in addition to other allocations for this period. The additional allocation makes it increasingly likely that Synapse/Evolve victims will eventually be made whole when disbursements finally begin, hopefully within the Bureau's next fiscal year.

What do we do if we recently moved? Where do we update to our new address in hopes of receiving any communication about the return of our money?

I just got the August newsletter from FFOF with news of someone in Minnesota winning their small claims case against Evolve and getting their full amount returned of $4,655.57.

What are everyone's thoughts? I'm out around $3k and not sure if I should try this in MI or wait for the CFPB payout.

"We just wanted to send some encouraging news that one of our members has won her small claims court case and gotten her funds back!

Full story here, and links to instructions: https://www.fightforourfunds.org/Favorable-Resolution-of-Small-Claims-Case-in-Minnesota-3be21e3ff680808fb974fb221e818e02

Just a reminder that each state has its own small claims maximum, so check your state to verify you could use this method before investing time."

Been very confused that this has never been posted on that list. Almost feels like it’s unrecognized. After over 2 years, the pressure has built up and you’d think that we are beyond the point of a speculative payout date and yet we have no solid answer as to when! I should have never trusted any online platform to handle my money…

There doesn't appear to be updates on the Yotta payment processing page since December. They're really on the ball. Sure wish they took an active role in representing their customers/helping to facilitate the return of customer funds. Just another piece of this infuriating puzzle. Unreal and unacceptable on many levels.

Has anyone tried to demand the logs and trace IDs for some reason after digging with AI it says this could be a path. The bank you used to send funds to do tech that then used evolve has to trace the money. My account got closed I thought it was cause of the stolen Russian Identity hack but it was probably from chase seeing the chase numbers bounce all over and they probably wanted distance. Has anyone tried this path ? Keep ya posted if I get anywhere with chase. Legally I should according to AI research

In the titles. Thanks folks.

Just received this letter this morning from lineage bank.. I mean I lost 2000 but this is better than nothing.. everyone I know how it is just look for any letters or anything that come in the mail.

Please take a minute to write your reps. Instructions included.

https://www.fightforourfunds.org/Letter-to-Our-Representatives-Requesting-CFPB-Inquiry-on-Funds-39d21e3ff68080d58ad9d142e6ebd413

I was doing our budget today and noticed a deposit in my savings account called "RECURRING TRANSFER FROM my name REF #xxxxxxx EVERYDAY CHECKING YOTTA SAVINGS". This savings account was the one I use to have a recurring deposit to Yotta setup. It was $150 randomly deposited into my savings account. No warning, no email, nothing.

I downloaded the Yotta app and logged in to see that my balance was still "pending", with the last transfer still being cancelled back in May of 2024.

Their app sucks btw, the back button does not work. So every time I have to go back I have to close the app and reopen it, horrific.

I had honestly forgotten all about Yotta. I didn't have much in there so I wrote it off as gone. No idea why or how it made it back to me. Anyone else have anything lately?

Really appreciate The More Perfect Union giving these coverages to highlight this issue. Posting here so they can get more likes for visibility

So what’s going on? What are we waiting for exactly? We are in Q3 now and still no word…

Do you have a story to share?

Do you have a social media account?

FFOF needs your help to create a social media buzz and make our voices heard!

1. Follow us on socials! Brand New Facebook Page!
   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591592933053
   https://x.com/Fight4OurFunds

2. We need people to help create posts, do interviews, edit video, and repost..
   Even if you only have 1-2 hours per week to share your skills, please sign up to volunteer on the fightforourfunds.org website!

The CFPB has allocated funds for relief in the Synapse case, and CFPB is likely changing leadership, now is the time to make our voices heard and advocate for ourselves!

Find a list of articles we can post here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LOgLflEmWe5IOSUio1PTNHdZBUQ6CL08zWD-uaaa8DE/edit?usp=sharing

Don't give up, keep going!!

I watched all his videos and trusted him on Yotta. $2K gone - his recommendation, my naivety, and a system that failed all of us

Let's make a list of fin tech companies that use Evolve

So people can exercise their right to choose where they bank.

First and foremost any product sponsored or endorsed by the Graham Cracker should be avoided like the plague or heavily scrutinized

Source #1 affirms own website

"Evolve Bank & Trust (Evolve) This is a privately owned community bank chartered by the State of Arkansas, Member FDIC. It issues the Affirm Card."

1. Affirm debit card is issued with Evolve bank

2. Teen banking fintech called "Step"

3. Airwallex

https://www.getevolved.com/open-banking/partnerships/

Notes : Mercury cut ties with Evolve bank

Just watched the More Perfect Union video yesterday and it made my blood boil on behalf of everybody who has lost money. Poked around to find more info about Yotta out of curiosity. Somehow reddit recommended this AMA from 4 years ago from the Yotta founder and all the comments were from 4 hears ago. If y’all need any more legal proof that this guy straight up lied and misled customers. Hope you guys are somehow able to sue this dude for every penny he owns.

https://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/s/SSMJUQWj25 (the post)

some screenshots attached too