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Effective methods for detecting and preventing financial crimes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Financial institutions need robust processes like KYC and TMS to effectively combat rising financial crimes.

TD Bank to pay $3 billion in money-laundering settlement with the Justice Department

TD Bank's lax anti-money laundering practices led to a record $3 billion settlement for facilitating significant money laundering activities.

TD Bank pleads guilty to money laundering and agrees to bay $3 billion in fines

TD Bank pled guilty and agreed to pay over $1.8 billion for serious violations in money laundering and Bank Secrecy Act compliance.

Revealed: More than 44m moved by money mules in just three years

Illicit money transfers via money mules exceeded €44 million in three years, indicating a serious issue in financial crime.

Chinese gang jailed for operating 55m money-laundering ring

A money-laundering operation of ÂŁ55 million targeted international students bypassing China's cash withdrawal limits.

TD Bank's failure to thwart money laundering in U.S. prompts calls for stronger regulation at home | CBC News

Canada's regulatory system might need to become more aggressive in punishing banks for allowing financial crimes.
TD Bank's CEO admitted failures in detecting and preventing criminal activity, involving instances of money laundering and bribery.

Effective methods for detecting and preventing financial crimes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Financial institutions need robust processes like KYC and TMS to effectively combat rising financial crimes.

TD Bank to pay $3 billion in money-laundering settlement with the Justice Department

TD Bank's lax anti-money laundering practices led to a record $3 billion settlement for facilitating significant money laundering activities.

TD Bank pleads guilty to money laundering and agrees to bay $3 billion in fines

TD Bank pled guilty and agreed to pay over $1.8 billion for serious violations in money laundering and Bank Secrecy Act compliance.

Revealed: More than 44m moved by money mules in just three years

Illicit money transfers via money mules exceeded €44 million in three years, indicating a serious issue in financial crime.

Chinese gang jailed for operating 55m money-laundering ring

A money-laundering operation of ÂŁ55 million targeted international students bypassing China's cash withdrawal limits.

TD Bank's failure to thwart money laundering in U.S. prompts calls for stronger regulation at home | CBC News

Canada's regulatory system might need to become more aggressive in punishing banks for allowing financial crimes.
TD Bank's CEO admitted failures in detecting and preventing criminal activity, involving instances of money laundering and bribery.
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#fraud

Crime and Public Safety | Union City company owner gave homeless man a job, set up arraigned marriage, and forgave him for theft. He repaid them by stealing $4.3 million, DA says

Trust can lead to vulnerability in business relationships.
Betrayal by someone close can have devastating financial consequences.
Ignoring red flags can result in significant losses.

Building surveyor who swindled National Trust out of more than 1million is jailed

Roger Bryant, 73, was sentenced for swindling over ÂŁ1 million from the National Trust.

2 arrested, 3 wanted in door-to-door scam that defrauded over 200 Ontarians: OPP | CBC News

A door-to-door sales scam defrauded over 200 victims in Ontario, preying on older adults and vulnerable individuals.
Two men arrested; three more wanted by police for extensive fraud including registering fake liens against victims' homes.

Former office manager of Dartmouth College student paper gets 15-month sentence for stealing $223K

Nicole Chambers was sentenced to 15 months for stealing over $223,000 from Dartmouth College's student newspaper, The Dartmouth.

Chase warns people viral "free money" Tiktok trend is fraud

TikTok users are engaging in a fraud scheme promoted as a 'free money' hack, risking severe legal consequences.

The title industry is working to tackle fraud - HousingWire

Fraud costs American consumers $10 billion in 2023, with real estate fraud increasingly impacting homeowners.
The title insurance industry is combating various types of fraud, including seller impersonation and wire fraud.

Crime and Public Safety | Union City company owner gave homeless man a job, set up arraigned marriage, and forgave him for theft. He repaid them by stealing $4.3 million, DA says

Trust can lead to vulnerability in business relationships.
Betrayal by someone close can have devastating financial consequences.
Ignoring red flags can result in significant losses.

Building surveyor who swindled National Trust out of more than 1million is jailed

Roger Bryant, 73, was sentenced for swindling over ÂŁ1 million from the National Trust.

2 arrested, 3 wanted in door-to-door scam that defrauded over 200 Ontarians: OPP | CBC News

A door-to-door sales scam defrauded over 200 victims in Ontario, preying on older adults and vulnerable individuals.
Two men arrested; three more wanted by police for extensive fraud including registering fake liens against victims' homes.

Former office manager of Dartmouth College student paper gets 15-month sentence for stealing $223K

Nicole Chambers was sentenced to 15 months for stealing over $223,000 from Dartmouth College's student newspaper, The Dartmouth.

Chase warns people viral "free money" Tiktok trend is fraud

TikTok users are engaging in a fraud scheme promoted as a 'free money' hack, risking severe legal consequences.

The title industry is working to tackle fraud - HousingWire

Fraud costs American consumers $10 billion in 2023, with real estate fraud increasingly impacting homeowners.
The title insurance industry is combating various types of fraud, including seller impersonation and wire fraud.
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Only the 'downright criminal or terminally stupid' face full force of company law, says top DPP official

Professional advisers should leverage their influence to ensure clients' compliance with laws.
#fraud-detection
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Artificial intelligence

AI helped the feds catch $1B of fraud in 1 year

The US Treasury's use of AI in fraud detection has significantly improved financial crime recovery, with over $4 billion recovered in fiscal 2024.

New AI System Aims to Detect Financial Fraud Across Corporate Networks | PYMNTS.com

A new AI system, FraudGCN, can detect accounting fraud by analyzing financial patterns and corporate relationships, enhancing fraud detection across industries.

AI helped the feds catch $1B of fraud in 1 year

The US Treasury's use of AI in fraud detection has significantly improved financial crime recovery, with over $4 billion recovered in fiscal 2024.

New AI System Aims to Detect Financial Fraud Across Corporate Networks | PYMNTS.com

A new AI system, FraudGCN, can detect accounting fraud by analyzing financial patterns and corporate relationships, enhancing fraud detection across industries.
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#tax-fraud

California tax preparer sentenced to 6 years in prison for $28 million IRS scheme

Gonzalez defrauded the IRS for $28 million through a tax scheme involving false returns and fictitious corporations.

Guy Wildenstein, Art Family Patriarch, Found Guilty in Tax Trial

Guy Wildenstein convicted of tax fraud in France
Wildenstein family accused of hiding art collection to avoid taxes

California tax preparer sentenced to 6 years in prison for $28 million IRS scheme

Gonzalez defrauded the IRS for $28 million through a tax scheme involving false returns and fictitious corporations.

Guy Wildenstein, Art Family Patriarch, Found Guilty in Tax Trial

Guy Wildenstein convicted of tax fraud in France
Wildenstein family accused of hiding art collection to avoid taxes
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#starling-bank

UK challenger bank Starling hit with 29 million FCA fine for 'shockingly lax' customer checks

Starling Bank was fined ÂŁ29 million for insufficient controls against financial crime, exposing the system to risks from criminals and sanctioned individuals.

Starling Bank fined 29m for 'shockingly lax' financial crime controls

Starling Bank was fined ÂŁ29 million for severe lapses in financial crime controls, jeopardizing the UK's financial integrity.
The bank's supervised growth did not include robust anti-money laundering systems, leading to compliance failures.

Starling Bank fined 29m for shockingly lax' financial crime controls

Starling Bank was fined ÂŁ29 million for insufficient financial crime controls, allowing risks of fraud and money laundering.

UK challenger bank Starling hit with 29 million FCA fine for 'shockingly lax' customer checks

Starling Bank was fined ÂŁ29 million for insufficient controls against financial crime, exposing the system to risks from criminals and sanctioned individuals.

Starling Bank fined 29m for 'shockingly lax' financial crime controls

Starling Bank was fined ÂŁ29 million for severe lapses in financial crime controls, jeopardizing the UK's financial integrity.
The bank's supervised growth did not include robust anti-money laundering systems, leading to compliance failures.

Starling Bank fined 29m for shockingly lax' financial crime controls

Starling Bank was fined ÂŁ29 million for insufficient financial crime controls, allowing risks of fraud and money laundering.
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Israel Goes Cashless

The initiative to abolish 200 shekel bills aims to combat financial crime but may destabilize the economy and harm vulnerable populations.
#caroline-ellison

Former FTX executive Caroline Ellison sentenced to two years for fraud

Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, is sentenced to two years for fraud, with leniency for her testimony against Sam Bankman-Fried.

SBF's right hand woman praised - but still on the hook

Caroline Ellison received a two-year prison sentence due to her cooperation in providing crucial testimony against Sam Bankman-Fried in the FTX case.

Caroline Ellison sentenced to 2 years for role in FTX crypto fraud

Caroline Ellison received a two-year prison sentence for her role in FTX's collapse, highlighting issues of accountability and cooperation in financial fraud cases.

Caroline Ellison gets two years in prison over role in FTX fraud

Caroline Ellison was sentenced to two years for her role in the FTX fraud, showcasing the significance of her cooperation during the trial.

Former FTX executive Caroline Ellison sentenced to two years for fraud

Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, is sentenced to two years for fraud, with leniency for her testimony against Sam Bankman-Fried.

SBF's right hand woman praised - but still on the hook

Caroline Ellison received a two-year prison sentence due to her cooperation in providing crucial testimony against Sam Bankman-Fried in the FTX case.

Caroline Ellison sentenced to 2 years for role in FTX crypto fraud

Caroline Ellison received a two-year prison sentence for her role in FTX's collapse, highlighting issues of accountability and cooperation in financial fraud cases.

Caroline Ellison gets two years in prison over role in FTX fraud

Caroline Ellison was sentenced to two years for her role in the FTX fraud, showcasing the significance of her cooperation during the trial.
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Miami men are accused of making $1 million in insider-trading plot about MasTec deal

Four Miami men were arrested for conspiring to trade stocks using insider information related to a corporate acquisition.

Italian Police Say They Have Busted A $52 Million Counterfeit Retro-Console Ring

Italy's financial police busted a ring importing counterfeit vintage video game consoles, seizing 12,000 units and millions of pirated games.
#investment-scams

The FBI says Americans lost $5.6 billion in 2023 to this kind of scam

Cryptocurrency fraud caused over $5.6 billion in losses for Americans in 2023, highlighting the growing threat of financial scams.

Investors Lost Record High $5.6B to Crypto Scams in 2023, FBI Says

Crypto-related financial crime cost investors $5.6 billion in 2023, driven mainly by investment fraud.
The rise in fraud schemes showcases increasing vulnerabilities among investors, especially older adults.

The FBI says Americans lost $5.6 billion in 2023 to this kind of scam

Cryptocurrency fraud caused over $5.6 billion in losses for Americans in 2023, highlighting the growing threat of financial scams.

Investors Lost Record High $5.6B to Crypto Scams in 2023, FBI Says

Crypto-related financial crime cost investors $5.6 billion in 2023, driven mainly by investment fraud.
The rise in fraud schemes showcases increasing vulnerabilities among investors, especially older adults.
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#cryptocurrency

Tron, Tether and TRM Labs Start Financial Crime Fighting Force

Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs are collaborating to combat illicit financial activities in cryptocurrency, particularly focused on the Tron blockchain.

A bank exec stole $47 million for a crypto scam, and now he's going to jail

A Kansas bank CEO was sentenced to 24 years for embezzling $47.1 million to fund a pig butchering scam, leading to the bank's collapse.

What does the ECCT mean for crypto? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Law enforcement agencies have new powers under ECCT to investigate financial crimes, including handling cryptoassets similar to bank accounts during investigations.

Accounting giant Deloitte seeking specialists for crypto investigations

Deloitte seeks specialist staff for cryptocurrency-related financial crime.
Requirements include secret and Top Secret clearance, knowledge of crypto, dark web research.

Tron, Tether and TRM Labs Start Financial Crime Fighting Force

Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs are collaborating to combat illicit financial activities in cryptocurrency, particularly focused on the Tron blockchain.

A bank exec stole $47 million for a crypto scam, and now he's going to jail

A Kansas bank CEO was sentenced to 24 years for embezzling $47.1 million to fund a pig butchering scam, leading to the bank's collapse.

What does the ECCT mean for crypto? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Law enforcement agencies have new powers under ECCT to investigate financial crimes, including handling cryptoassets similar to bank accounts during investigations.

Accounting giant Deloitte seeking specialists for crypto investigations

Deloitte seeks specialist staff for cryptocurrency-related financial crime.
Requirements include secret and Top Secret clearance, knowledge of crypto, dark web research.
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Man Arrested for Creating Fake Bands With AI, Then Making $10 Million by Listening to Their Songs With Bots

A North Carolina man has been arrested for using AI to generate fake music and bands, allegedly making millions through fraudulent streaming.
Smith's operation involved multiple accomplices and a high volume of generated music to exploit streaming services.
The scandal highlights broader issues within the music industry, especially for struggling artists competing against deceptive practices.
#embezzlement

Swiss court convicts two PetroSaudi executives in the 'scam of the century' over $1.8 billion embezzlement

Two PetroSaudi executives were sentenced for embezzling $1.8 billion from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, marking a significant legal outcome in a vast corruption case.

Ex-bank CEO gets 24 years after falling for crypto scam, causing bank collapse

A former bank CEO embezzled $47 million after falling for a cryptocurrency scam, leading to a 24-year prison sentence.

Former official pleads guilty to embezzling nearly $16 million from O.C. school district

Former public school official embezzled almost $16 million from Magnolia School District.
Contreras used stolen funds for a lavish lifestyle and faces up to 10 years in prison.

Swiss court convicts two PetroSaudi executives in the 'scam of the century' over $1.8 billion embezzlement

Two PetroSaudi executives were sentenced for embezzling $1.8 billion from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, marking a significant legal outcome in a vast corruption case.

Ex-bank CEO gets 24 years after falling for crypto scam, causing bank collapse

A former bank CEO embezzled $47 million after falling for a cryptocurrency scam, leading to a 24-year prison sentence.

Former official pleads guilty to embezzling nearly $16 million from O.C. school district

Former public school official embezzled almost $16 million from Magnolia School District.
Contreras used stolen funds for a lavish lifestyle and faces up to 10 years in prison.
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#risk-management

Quick Glossary: Financial Crime | TechRepublic

Financial technology advancements come with increased risks related to financial crimes, necessitating improved understanding and preventive measures.

Hackers are threatening to publish a huge stolen sanctions and financial crimes watchlist | TechCrunch

The stolen World-Check database contains 5.3 million records

Quick Glossary: Financial Crime | TechRepublic

Financial technology advancements come with increased risks related to financial crimes, necessitating improved understanding and preventive measures.

Hackers are threatening to publish a huge stolen sanctions and financial crimes watchlist | TechCrunch

The stolen World-Check database contains 5.3 million records
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California man's death was called natural. Two years later, his plumber is accused of murder.

A plumber accused of murdering clients for money, undetected due to natural cause appearances.

Long Island investment advisor convicted of embezzling $1 million to fund lavish life

A former investment adviser was convicted of wire fraud, investment adviser fraud, and money laundering for misappropriating over $1 million from clients.

Brooklyn Lawyer Charged For Theft of Nearly $4 Million From Clients

Lawyer indicted for stealing $3.8 million from clients to fund lavish lifestyle.

Ippei Mizuhara to Plead Guilty to Federal Crimes for Stealing From Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani: Report

Prosecutors suspect more money stolen from Ohtani than initially reported.
Evidence suggests Mizuhara manipulated Ohtani's bank account settings to hide transactions.

Millions more in cash needed to fund UK's open-banking watchdog

Banks are under pressure to provide interim funding for open banking supervision.
Regulators seek funding to prevent financial crime and protect consumers.

How AI And ML Aid The Global Banking Industry

Financial crime, especially trade-based money laundering (TBML), is a significant threat to the global banking industry.
AI and ML technologies are increasingly being utilized by banks to combat the sophisticated tactics used by criminals in TBML schemes.
#cybersecurity

Ukrainian man pleads guilty in cyberattack that temporarily disrupted major Vermont hospital

Ukrainian man pleads guilty to cyberattacks at University of Vermont Medical Center
Penchukov admitted involvement in malware schemes leading to millions in losses

Two arrests over homemade mobile antenna used to send thousands of smishing texts to public

Illegitimate telephone mast used to send smishing messages bypassing network systems, first incident in the UK. Collaboration between law enforcement, regulators, and operators crucial for fraud prevention.

Ukrainian man pleads guilty in cyberattack that temporarily disrupted major Vermont hospital

Ukrainian man pleads guilty to cyberattacks at University of Vermont Medical Center
Penchukov admitted involvement in malware schemes leading to millions in losses

Two arrests over homemade mobile antenna used to send thousands of smishing texts to public

Illegitimate telephone mast used to send smishing messages bypassing network systems, first incident in the UK. Collaboration between law enforcement, regulators, and operators crucial for fraud prevention.
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EU Banking Watchdog Extends Anti-Money Laundering Measures to Cover Crypto Firms

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has issued guidance for crypto firms to comply with anti-money laundering and terrorist-financing requirements.
The EBA aims to harmonize the approach of crypto asset service providers (CASP) across the EU in combatting financial crime.
The guidelines will apply from December 30, around the time when the legislation on transfer of funds via digital assets takes full effect.

Brooklyn men sentenced abusing power of attorney to steal $227K from elderly woman

Two men sentenced to prison for stealing $227,000 from a 94-year-old woman in Brooklyn.
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