Tensions Rise Between OneCoin Insiders Over New Documentary
Good morning, CryptoInvestars!
The drama surrounding the infamous OneCoin scandal has taken yet another turn, following the release of the new documentary Lie to Me.
What was meant to be a revealing film about one of crypto’s biggest frauds has now sparked a public disagreement between two of its former insiders.
The documentary, produced by Hacienda Films, premiered recently on the DocRoom YouTube channel, attracting nearly 30,000 views within just a few days a significant achievement for the independent film company.
But behind the scenes of this success, tensions have risen between Bjorn Bjercke, a blockchain developer who famously exposed OneCoin’s inner workings, and Duncan Arthur, a former executive involved with OneCoin’s DealShaker platform.
How Did the Conflict Begin?
It all started with a seemingly harmless comment. Duncan Arthur posted on popular crypto blog BehindMLM, describing how he had attended an intense 90-minute karate class, only to be asked soon after if he would meet with Bjorn Bjercke. Arthur agreed, though he claimed he hadn’t made prior arrangements.
However, when they met, Bjorn allegedly refused to shake his hand an act Duncan described as disrespectful and evidence of a possible setup.
This comment quickly stirred conversation in the crypto community. Many wondered what had really happened during the making of Lie to Me, and whether the meeting between the two men was genuinely coincidental, or something more calculated.
What Does Hacienda Films Say?
To get to the bottom of this, I reached out to Dag Mykland, founder of Hacienda Films Norway and one of the people behind the documentary.
“Bjorn was in London to meet other people in the blockchain industry, talk with Erica and Jamie Bartlett, and attend a blockchain meetup,” Dag explained.
According to him, there was no formal plan to arrange a meeting between Bjorn and Duncan.
However, since both were in London at the same time, the film crew saw an opportunity.
“Making movies is expensive ,therefore we made arrangements to film with Bjorn Bjercke and Duncan Arthur while we were following Bjorn to London “ Dag Mykland said
Dag added. “We thought it could be fascinating if they met. We asked them both if they would meet on neutral ground. Honestly, we didn’t expect it to happen — but surprisingly, both agreed.”
Dag also confirmed that while some moments between the two were filmed, not everything made it into the final documentary.
Duncan Arthur’s Side of the Story
I also reached out to Duncan Arthur for his version of events. He did not hold back.
“The guy wouldn’t shake my hand,” Duncan told me. “That’s his choice. He thinks I’m a scammer who hasn’t shown any remorse. I think he’s a liar whose story makes no sense. I guess we’re even.”
When asked about the timing of their meeting and whether he believed it was truly coincidental, Duncan was skeptical.
“I’d spent hours in a karate class the day before, only to be asked if I would meet Bjorn. Within an hour, I found him waiting under a bridge at Hammersmith — all upset and clearly rehearsed. And funny enough, there was already a filming permit arranged at this so-called ‘chance’ meeting spot,” he explained.
When I asked if I could include his remarks in this article, Duncan agreed, adding,
“They say he just happened to be in London. As if. It takes days to get a filming permit, and you have to pay for it at least 24 hours in advance.”
Before uploading this article, Mr Dag Mykland made another comment
“It is true what Duncan says, that getting a film permit may take days and can be expensive. However, this is if you are filming on private property, working with a bigger crew and/or are occupying space. For instance placing gear on the ground like tripods, lights or such. In this instance, we only shot hand held, on a public area which does not require the same permit.” Says Dag Mykland Founder Hacienda Films
An Ongoing Mystery
This unfolding drama has made the Lie to Me documentary even more intriguing.
It’s no longer just a film about OneCoin, but also about the very people who helped reveal or, some might argue, extend its story.
As for who truly helped bring down the OneCoin scam Bjorn Bjercke or Duncan Arthur that remains a question for history to decide. What’s clear is that the debate isn’t over.
And as always, we’ll keep you updated.
