In April 2025, media mogul Alki David initiated a $10 billion lawsuit in Antigua and Barbuda, targeting a host of prominent figures and companies for an alleged transnational defamation campaign.
Alki David Files $10 Billion Lawsuit Against High-Profile Figures for Defamation
Alki David Files $10 Billion Lawsuit Against High-Profile Figures for Defamation
Entrepreneur Alki David claims a coordinated defamation campaign has harmed his reputation and finances.
In a dramatic legal move, media entrepreneur Alki David has launched a monumental $10 billion lawsuit in the High Court of Justice of Antigua and Barbuda. David claims that between 2016 and 2025, he has been the victim of a coordinated campaign orchestrated by a transnational syndicate aimed at defaming and financially undermining him. The suit names notable individuals including attorneys David Boies and Gloria Allred, media executive Shari Redstone, as well as organizations such as Black Cube Ltd. and LimeWire NFT Holdings.
David alleges a series of serious offenses in his complaint, which includes the fabrication of evidence and manipulation of legal situations across various jurisdictions. He also claims that intelligence assets have been deployed for surveillance and intimidation purposes, alongside the exploitation of private data and intellectual property rights, particularly concerning the Michael Jackson estate. The lawsuit further accuses the entities involved of engaging in defamatory activities that have significantly tarnished David’s reputation and business endeavors.
The legal proceedings outline multiple causes of action like civil conspiracy, fraudulent misrepresentation, wrongful defamation, and ongoing racketeering. In addition to the $10 billion in general damages, David is pursuing compensation for lost contracts and reduced asset values, as well as requesting injunctive relief, asset tracing, and orders for disclosure.
In his impact statement, David reflects on the profound personal and professional consequences of the purported campaign, detailing extensive financial damage, reputational issues, and psychological distress. He positions the lawsuit as a crucial stand against threats to sovereignty, transparency, and legitimate business operations.
This high-profile case has attracted attention not just due to its scale but also because of the influential individuals implicated. Experts suggest that if proven, the allegations could lead to significant changes in international legal standards and increasing accountability for powerful entities involved in such defamation schemes.
