tech
February 3, 2026
Fintech CEO and Forbes 30 Under 30 alum has been charged for alleged fraud
The startup CEO says she plans to publicly address the charges this week.
TL;DR
- Gökçe Güven, founder and CEO of fintech startup Kalder, has been charged with federal fraud offenses.
- Güven was a member of the Forbes 30 Under 30 list last year.
- The charges include securities fraud, wire fraud, visa fraud, and aggravated identity theft.
- The DOJ alleges Güven raised $7 million by presenting a pitch deck with false claims about Kalder's clients and revenue.
- Güven is also accused of using fraudulent means to obtain a visa for individuals of "extraordinary ability."