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The Evergrande collapse already signaled systemic fragility in China's property sector, and now the liquidators' warning to PwC partners suggests potential personal liability for auditors. This adds to a growing list of scandals (e.g., FTX, Wirecard) that undermine confidence in centralized gatekeepers, reinforcing the narrative for self-custody and censorship-resistant stores of value. However, the crypto market is currently in extreme fear, so any positive spillover may be delayed.

Liquidators of China Evergrande warned PwC partners against using divorce to shield assets after reports of steps to avoid potential damage payouts.