Exactly. We’ve seen this pattern before – time and time again. It’s part of every cycle. New thought “leaders” emerge, push things forward (or sometimes backward), and either rise or fall. Some survive and evolve, others burn out or get sidelined. Such is life.

That said, it’s crucial to read between the lines in this situation.

Those accusing Maya of misleading people carry the burden of proof. If there are serious claims, they should come with hard evidence, not just vibes or opinions. And to be fair, pushback was inevitable. Bitcoin adoption is tough. Especially in a geographically isolated country like Suriname, where getting the right people with the right skills is a challenge in itself.

I know Maya as someone who takes responsibility when she messes up, but also as someone who speaks up when she sees injustice. She has every right to defend herself and clarify the narrative. That said, some things she said or did have come back to haunt her, some self-inflicted, some twisted by others.

From what I observe, her critics generally fall into three camps:

1. The sensationalist narcissists – people more focused on clout than truth, framing this as “yet another failed leader” to boost their own rep.

2. The local skeptics – people on the ground who have real concerns about her communication or leadership style. Some of these critiques are valid; others seem taken out of context to mask their own lack of results.

3. The narrative-builders – those actively constructing false or misleading storylines to discredit her, mixing facts with fiction to fit a convenient conclusion.

This isn’t black and white. Maya isn’t a saint, but she’s definitely not a scammer either. The truth, as always, lives somewhere in the messy middle.

I’m sharing this because I believe it’s important to speak up when things feel one-sided. Not to defend everything, but to offer some perspective — especially when someone’s intentions get lost in the noise. I still believe in the power of people who dare to try.