I think he may crossed the line with that statement. But good lawyers can work around that mistake.
In most civilized countries any doubts are treated to defendant's benefit. Vitalik doesn't need to worry.
In the USA that is only for criminal (not civil nor class action) cases and even then it is "beyond
reasonable doubt".
I added to my prior post. Re-read please.
Also note class action cases can subpoena foreign entities. I learned that from a recent Armstrong blog. Wait I will find the link and edit this post.
Edit: the audio is at the bottom of this blog post:
https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/markets-by-sector/precious-metals/selling-bullshit/