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Mawson Infrastructure answers involuntary bankruptcy petition; alleges bad faith by ex-CEO Manning
Big Digital Energy, Inc.
- Filed answer to involuntary Chapter 11 petition from three Australian entities, requesting dismissal.
- Claims debts are subject to bona fide disputes; petition filed in bad faith linked to former CEO James Manning.
- Disputes specific amounts: W Capital A$1.66M, Marshall Investments A$12.07M, Rayra A$50K (acquired from Marshall).
- Alleges Manning engaged in self-dealing, related-party transactions, and threatened retaliation including involuntary bankruptcy.
- Reserves rights to seek costs, attorneys' fees, and punitive damages under 11 U.S.C. §303(i).