Internal Struggles Surface at OpenUp.Finance
The high-risk payment processor OpenUp.Finance appears to be facing internal challenges. Both current and former employees have come forward to Scam-or Project, offering insider accounts that shed light on operations within the company. These disclosures confirm that Ruchi Rathor, a well-known figure in the British-Indian payment industry, is among the key beneficial owners.
On July 26, 2022, OpenUp.Finance publicly announced via LinkedIn the departure of three employees. Insider sources also revealed manipulative practices concerning Trustpilot reviews—employees reportedly receive a $5 incentive for arranging favorable customer reviews on the platform.
Familiar Tactics: Fake Profiles and Review Manipulation
These tactics are not new. Past operations tied to Ruchi Rathor—including iPayTotal, Paypound, Neobanq, and OctaPay—have been associated with fake LinkedIn identities and review engineering. The objective is consistent: to obscure the identities of the true operators behind these ventures and present an artificially positive public image.
Caution to Merchants
Merchants considering collaboration with OpenUp.Finance, Paypound, or other entities connected to the iPayTotal Group are advised to exercise extreme caution. Partnering with such firms could result in financial losses and reputational risks due to the dubious practices associated with their management networks.
Call for Information
Scam-or Project remains committed to uncovering the full scope of the Ruchi Rathor network, including operations like OpenUp.Finance and Paypound. If you possess any relevant insights or documentation, we encourage you to come forward using our confidential whistleblower platform.