As emissoras de TV souberam do GOLPE da 123 IMPORTADOS há meses!

Responsibility of TV Networks in Advertising Scams

Overview of the Issue

• The discussion centers on the responsibility of television networks, specifically TV Record, Rede TV, and TV Bandeirantes, regarding advertisements for a fraudulent website called "123 Importados."

• The speaker questions how these networks can be held accountable for the financial losses suffered by victims who fell for this scam.

Knowledge of Fraudulent Activities

• The speaker claims to have previously exposed the scam in a video posted on May 10, providing undeniable evidence that "123 Importados" was running a pyramid scheme in Brazil.

• It is asserted that TV Bandeirantes was aware of the fraudulent activities long before the public became informed.

Continued Promotion Despite Warnings

• Despite being informed about potential fraud, TV Bandeirantes continued airing advertisements for over 30 days.

• An email from a Band employee indicates that advertising ceased only after complaints were made against "123 Importados."

Notifications from Samsung

• Samsung reportedly notified TV Bandeirantes about suspicions regarding "123 Importados" as early as April 6, 2020.

• The speaker suggests that other networks may have also been warned by Samsung but continued their promotions regardless.

Legal Implications and Opinions

• A legal expert's opinion varied; one suggested that Band's actions could protect them legally while another believed it complicates their situation significantly.

• The nature of Band's communication with "123 Importados" is described as an extrajudicial notification rather than just a request for clarification.

Evidence of Fraudulent Practices

• Details are provided about invoices sent to Band from "123 Importados," indicating possible fraudulent practices related to customer information and transactions.

Allegations of Fraud in E-commerce

Overview of the Situation

• The speaker discusses a Samsung 43-inch television being sold for R$799, questioning how such pricing is sustainable and suggesting it indicates a market scam.

• Criticism is directed at TV Bandeirantes for continuing to promote a website despite evidence suggesting fraudulent activity, raising concerns about their responsibility in advertising.

Concerns About Advertising Practices

• The speaker questions how Bandeirantes accepted explanations from the site while knowing they were likely misleading, implying negligence on their part.

• Claims are made that all products sold are delivered on time, which the speaker disputes as unrealistic given market conditions.

Marketing Strategies and Pricing Issues

• The company claims to sell Samsung products at a 50% discount as a marketing strategy; however, the speaker argues this has not been consistent since the site's launch.

• Despite promises of price adjustments over time, prices remained unchanged for months, indicating potential deceit.

Financial Irregularities and Company Credibility

• The speaker highlights that if a reputable company had proposed such pricing strategies, it might be credible; however, this was not the case with the small startup involved.

• Questions arise regarding how Bandeirantes could overlook significant discrepancies between advertising expenditures and the company's capital.

Impact on Consumers and Media Responsibility

• Many consumers fell victim to what appears to be an elaborate scam due to misleading advertisements aired by major networks like Bandeirantes.

• Despite warnings from manufacturers about potential fraud, media outlets continued promoting these offers without due diligence.

Evidence of Fraudulent Activity

• The speaker notes that numerous complaints were filed against the site but went unaddressed or inadequately resolved.

• A claim is made that future business plans would validate the company's legitimacy; however, past actions suggest otherwise.

Public Awareness and Warnings Ignored

• Documentation was allegedly provided to Bandeirantes showing order statuses and complaint resolutions which were misrepresented.

• On April 7th, reports surfaced warning consumers about suspected fraud involving "um dois três importados," highlighting negligence in media oversight.

Conclusion: Call for Accountability

Legal Actions Against Fraudulent Websites

Overview of the Situation

• The speaker discusses receiving contact from Sony's legal team, indicating they are taking steps to inform media outlets about fraudulent activities related to a website that has defrauded consumers out of approximately 40 to 50 million reais.

• The website "123 importados.com" is currently offline as of April 17, and there are claims that it falsely advertised Samsung products while now promoting Sony products without delivering on promises.

Media Responsibility and Ethical Concerns

• The speaker criticizes Band TV for failing to verify the legitimacy of "123 importados," suggesting negligence or irresponsibility in continuing to accept advertising revenue from the site despite evidence of fraud.

• There is a call for public opinion regarding whether the evidence presented complicates Band TV's situation, especially since they continued advertising after being warned by companies like Sony and Samsung.

Implications for Consumers and Legal Action

• It is noted that despite warnings from major brands about potential fraud, television networks chose to continue their partnerships with the fraudulent site, raising ethical questions about their accountability.

• Viewers who have been affected by this fraud are encouraged to consult with lawyers about including media companies in any legal actions against the fraudulent website.

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