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British billionaire and Tottenham owner pleads not guilty to insider trading charges in NY

  • Lewis is accused of providing stock tips to friends, pilots, assistants, and romantic partners from 2013 to 2021.
  • Lewis surrendered in NY and pleaded not guilty to 16 counts of securities fraud and 3 counts of conspiracy.
  • Two of Lewis' pilots were also charged; all were released on bail using Lewis' yacht and plane as collateral.
  • Charges claim Lewis shared tips about clinical trials, financing deals, and events affecting companies.
  • The SEC has filed a related civil case against Lewis, pilots, and Lewis' former girlfriend.
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