Watson, Carlos (1969- )

Trump Commutes Ozy Media Founder’s Sentence Just Before His Surrender

Carlos Watson, who started the now-defunct digital media company, had been sentenced to almost 10 years in prison for trying to defraud investors and lenders.

By Danielle Kaye Maggie Haberman and Tyler Pager

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Carlos Watson, Ozy Media Co-Founder, Is Sentenced to Almost 10 Years in Prison

A federal jury in July found Mr. Watson, who started the digital media company in 2013, guilty of trying to defraud investors and lenders.

By Danielle Kaye

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Carlos Watson, Ozy Media Founder, Is Found Guilty of Fraud

Mr. Watson, who denied lying to investors and lenders, faces up to 37 years in prison.

By Danielle Kaye

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Ozy Media Founder Takes the Stand to Deny Fraud Allegations

Carlos Watson was questioned after Ozy investors, former employees and bankers testified for the prosecution in his trial.

By Danielle Kaye