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Wondermind investors sue Selena Gomez, alleging $1.2M lost to unbuilt app
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Investors are suing Selena Gomez and her mother over their mental health startup Wondermind, claiming securities fraud and breach of contract after investing nearly $1.2 million.
For engineers, this case highlights the risks of investing in celebrity-backed startups where product development may not match promises. The lawsuit alleges the app was never built, underscoring the need for technical due diligence and clear milestones. It also shows how a founder's failure to deliver on commitments can lead to legal action.
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Investors invested nearly $1.2 million in Wondermind and accuse Gomez of securities fraud and breach of contract.
The lawsuit alleges the app was never built and that Gomez failed to market the startup as promised.
The plaintiffs say they were unaware of the company's troubles until a September 2025 story from The Cut uncovered them.
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