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Brazilian police are investigating alleged fraud involving Banco Digimais, which is controlled by evangelical leader Edir Macedo, causing financial concerns.

Banco Digimais, a Brazilian bank owned by evangelical leader Edir Macedo, is under federal investigation for alleged fraud involving large sums of money. Authorities have frozen $125 million and are probing suspicious financial activities including a potentially significant loss highlighted by auditors. This police operation highlights risks in the financial sector and raises concerns among investors and the public regarding the stability of institutions connected to prominent religious figures.