Carlos Maslatón and Santi Maratea Clash Ignites Twitter Firestorm
A heated exchange between economist Carlos Maslatón and influencer Santi Maratea on the streaming platform Twitch sparked a widespread uproar on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on November 3, 2023. Maslatón’s pointed criticism of maratea’s charitable fundraising efforts, specifically questioning the openness of funds collected, prompted a swift and forceful response from Maratea and a deluge of reactions from users.
The dispute centers on Maratea’s ”MarateaCoins” initiative, a cryptocurrency-based fundraising campaign designed to support various charitable causes.Maslatón publicly accused maratea of lacking accountability regarding the allocation of the funds raised, alleging a potential lack of clarity in how donations were being utilized. This accusation quickly escalated into a direct confrontation during a live Twitch broadcast, with Maslatón reportedly using harsh language directed at Maratea.
Maratea vehemently denied the allegations, defending the integrity of his fundraising efforts and providing documentation to demonstrate the proper distribution of funds. He characterized Maslatón’s statements as defamatory and accused the economist of attempting to damage his reputation. “He’s a… a scammer, a liar,” Maratea stated on the stream, responding directly to Maslatón’s accusations.
The ensuing backlash on X was immediate and intense. The hashtag #Maslatón and #Maratea quickly began trending, with users expressing strong opinions on both sides of the argument. Many defended Maratea’s philanthropic work, while others echoed Maslatón’s concerns about transparency in charitable fundraising. The controversy highlights the growing scrutiny surrounding online fundraising and the importance of accountability for influencers who solicit donations from their followers. as of November 4,2023,the dispute remains unresolved,with both figures maintaining their positions and legal action perhaps looming.
