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fromIndependent
18 hours ago

Two doctors and secretary sent for trial accused of over 120 counts of theft

Two midlands-based doctors and a secretary face trial for stealing under a healthcare reimbursement scheme and submitting false medical service claims to the HSE.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Democrat Under Indictment for Money Laundering Slams Trump Tariffs: I Have a Lot of Businesses That Are Facing This Uncertainty'

Rep. Henry Cuellar criticized President Trump's recent trade tariffs, expressing concerns about uncertainty faced by businesses. He emphasized the importance of certainty in trade.
US politics
#us-mexico-relations
more#us-mexico-relations
#crime
fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Woman who was splurging on designer goods while on Pandemic Unemployment Payment jailed for money laundering

fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Woman who was splurging on designer goods while on Pandemic Unemployment Payment jailed for money laundering

more#crime
fromFortune Europe
1 week ago

Standard Chartered faces $2.7 billion lawsuit linked to 1MDB

Standard Chartered Plc is facing a $2.7 billion lawsuit from liquidators alleging it played a role in enabling the laundering of billions of dollars misappropriated from Malaysian sovereign wealth fund 1MDB.
Business
#north-korea
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Hackers launder most of Bybit's stolen crypto worth $1.4 billion | TechCrunch

North Korean hackers stole $1.4 billion in Ethereum from Bybit, marking a record-breaking cryptocurrency theft.
The stolen funds were primarily converted to Bitcoin and moved across multiple addresses, complicating tracking.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Hackers launder most of Bybit's stolen crypto worth $1.4 billion | TechCrunch

North Korean hackers stole $1.4 billion in Ethereum from Bybit, marking a record-breaking cryptocurrency theft.
The stolen funds were primarily converted to Bitcoin and moved across multiple addresses, complicating tracking.
more#north-korea
#cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency
fromTechRepublic
3 months ago

Russian Crypto: Why Secret Service Seized Garantex

The U.S. Secret Service shut down Garantex, a Russian cryptocurrency exchange, to disrupt money laundering operations linked to cybercrime.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

US charges admins of Garantex for allegedly facilitating crypto money laundering for terrorists and hackers | TechCrunch

U.S. indicts Garantex officials for money laundering and violating sanctions, linked to extensive criminal activities.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Garantex administrator arrested in India under extradition law | TechCrunch

Aleksej Besciokov, co-founder of the Garantex cryptocurrency exchange, was arrested in India under extradition law linked to U.S. allegations of money laundering.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Founder of cryptocurrency payment company charged with evading sanctions and export controls, defrauding financial institutions, and Violating the Bank Secrecy Act

Iurii Gugnin faces serious charges including wire fraud and money laundering through his cryptocurrency business.
Cryptocurrency
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago

Additional 12 Defendants Charged in RICO Conspiracy for over $263 Million Cryptocurrency Thefts, Money Laundering, Home Break-Ins

A cyber-enabled racketeering conspiracy involving 12 defendants has been charged, alleged to have amassed over $263 million.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechRepublic
3 months ago

Russian Crypto: Why Secret Service Seized Garantex

The U.S. Secret Service shut down Garantex, a Russian cryptocurrency exchange, to disrupt money laundering operations linked to cybercrime.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

US charges admins of Garantex for allegedly facilitating crypto money laundering for terrorists and hackers | TechCrunch

U.S. indicts Garantex officials for money laundering and violating sanctions, linked to extensive criminal activities.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Garantex administrator arrested in India under extradition law | TechCrunch

Aleksej Besciokov, co-founder of the Garantex cryptocurrency exchange, was arrested in India under extradition law linked to U.S. allegations of money laundering.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Founder of cryptocurrency payment company charged with evading sanctions and export controls, defrauding financial institutions, and Violating the Bank Secrecy Act

Iurii Gugnin faces serious charges including wire fraud and money laundering through his cryptocurrency business.
Cryptocurrency
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago

Additional 12 Defendants Charged in RICO Conspiracy for over $263 Million Cryptocurrency Thefts, Money Laundering, Home Break-Ins

A cyber-enabled racketeering conspiracy involving 12 defendants has been charged, alleged to have amassed over $263 million.
more#cryptocurrency
#drug-trafficking
UK news
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago

East London man jailed for role in 190 million cocaine smuggling plot

Devlin and Byrne were sentenced for orchestrating drug smuggling using encrypted communication, revealing an extensive network for cocaine trafficking.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Gardai on the trail of Madrid drug millions probe Irish company linked to Spanish royal and Russian reality star

UK news
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago

East London man jailed for role in 190 million cocaine smuggling plot

Devlin and Byrne were sentenced for orchestrating drug smuggling using encrypted communication, revealing an extensive network for cocaine trafficking.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
UK news

Gardai on the trail of Madrid drug millions probe Irish company linked to Spanish royal and Russian reality star

more#drug-trafficking
#organized-crime
more#organized-crime
#fraud
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Elderly victims targeted in bank and real estate schemes, police say. Two men arrested, one at large

Two men were arrested in Southern California for allegedly running a $10 million money laundering scheme targeting elderly victims.
NYC startup
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

On-the-run Irishman arrested in New York accused of conning $850k from elderly woman

Elijah Gavin has been arrested for his role in a major home repair fraud scheme involving over $1 million in defrauded funds.
Canada news
fromThe Center Square
1 month ago

Feds bust Chinese-Canadian fraud ring operating in 37 states targeting seniors

A transnational fraud scheme targeting elderly citizens has resulted in 16 indictments, leading to over $5 million in losses.
Venture
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Northern California business man who used underwater scooter in lake to evade arrest pleads guilty to investment fraud

Matthew Piercey pled guilty to a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme, attempting to escape authorities by jumping into a lake with an underwater scooter.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Elderly victims targeted in bank and real estate schemes, police say. Two men arrested, one at large

Two men were arrested in Southern California for allegedly running a $10 million money laundering scheme targeting elderly victims.
NYC startup
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

On-the-run Irishman arrested in New York accused of conning $850k from elderly woman

Elijah Gavin has been arrested for his role in a major home repair fraud scheme involving over $1 million in defrauded funds.
Canada news
fromThe Center Square
1 month ago

Feds bust Chinese-Canadian fraud ring operating in 37 states targeting seniors

A transnational fraud scheme targeting elderly citizens has resulted in 16 indictments, leading to over $5 million in losses.
Venture
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Northern California business man who used underwater scooter in lake to evade arrest pleads guilty to investment fraud

Matthew Piercey pled guilty to a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme, attempting to escape authorities by jumping into a lake with an underwater scooter.
more#fraud
#telegram
Cryptocurrency
fromWIRED
1 month ago

An $8.4 Billion Chinese Hub for Crypto Crime Is Incorporated in Colorado

Xinbi Guarantee facilitated over $8.4 billion in illicit transactions on Telegram before account removal.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

The Internet's Biggest-Ever Black Market Just Shut Down Amid a Telegram Purge

fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

Telegram Purged Chinese Crypto Scam Markets-Then Watched as They Rebuilt

Cryptocurrency
fromWIRED
1 month ago

An $8.4 Billion Chinese Hub for Crypto Crime Is Incorporated in Colorado

Xinbi Guarantee facilitated over $8.4 billion in illicit transactions on Telegram before account removal.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

The Internet's Biggest-Ever Black Market Just Shut Down Amid a Telegram Purge

fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

Telegram Purged Chinese Crypto Scam Markets-Then Watched as They Rebuilt

more#telegram
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

GTA 5's Latest Major Update Is Live With A Money-Laundering Theme

In experimenting with how players can manage the risks of money laundering, GTA Online has introduced new missions that require players to balance earnings with legal activities.
Toronto startup
UK news
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Suspected 'key member' of criminal group running Camden counterfeit store arrested

A suspect has been arrested in connection with counterfeiting operations in Camden.
#corruption
Europe news
fromTheregister
3 months ago

Belgian cops raid Huawei in European bribery probe

Belgian authorities are investigating Huawei for potential corruption, including money laundering and bribery.
FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard Pique

Gerard Piqué is being investigated for potential corruption related to the Super Cup's hosting deal in Saudi Arabia.
Europe news
fromTheregister
3 months ago

Belgian cops raid Huawei in European bribery probe

Belgian authorities are investigating Huawei for potential corruption, including money laundering and bribery.
FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard Pique

Gerard Piqué is being investigated for potential corruption related to the Super Cup's hosting deal in Saudi Arabia.
more#corruption
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Bargain Hunt star jailed for 140k art sales to sponsor of terrorists'

Ojiri was warned by others about his conduct but proceeded to engage in dealings with Ahmad in any event, demonstrating a willful disregard for regulations.
UK news
#art-market
more#art-market
#wire-fraud
Film
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

Filmmaker Charged With Stealing Millions From Netflix | Entrepreneur

Filmmaker Carl Rinsch was arrested for allegedly stealing $55 million from Netflix intended for a sci-fi series.
Rinsch used Netflix investment funds for personal expenses including luxury cars and failed investments.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
NYC startup

Man Convicted Of Defrauding Bay Area Investors Over Fake Space Tech Company For A Mere $50K

Film
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

Filmmaker Charged With Stealing Millions From Netflix | Entrepreneur

Filmmaker Carl Rinsch was arrested for allegedly stealing $55 million from Netflix intended for a sci-fi series.
Rinsch used Netflix investment funds for personal expenses including luxury cars and failed investments.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
NYC startup

Man Convicted Of Defrauding Bay Area Investors Over Fake Space Tech Company For A Mere $50K

more#wire-fraud
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Everything to know about series 2 of BBC drama The Gold

Series two of The Gold features dramatic manhunts and delves into international money laundering, inspired by theories surrounding the remaining Brink's-Mat gold.
UK news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: May 28, criminal charges filed in Liberty Reserve scheme

"On May 28, 2013, federal prosecutors charged seven individuals with operating Liberty Reserve, a significant money-laundering scheme, handling $6 billion for criminal activities worldwide."
US politics
#law-enforcement
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA real estate

Utah Megamansion Raided by Federal Authorities Looking for Oil Tycoon Charged in $300 Million Scheme

LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Utah Megamansion Raided by Federal Authorities Looking for Oil Tycoon Charged in $300 Million Scheme

Oil tycoon James Jensen and wife Kelly were arrested for laundering money and smuggling oil into the U.S., highlighting serious federal accusations.
more#law-enforcement
#scams
Cryptocurrency
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

An $8.4 billion money launderer has been operating for years on US soil

The Xinbi Guarantee platform facilitated $8.4 billion in illicit transactions, primarily supporting Chinese-speaking scammers and various illegal activities.
more#scams
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

58 pairs of Manolo Blahniks among hundreds of items seized at lawyer couple's home amid fraud probe | CBC News

A Toronto lawyer couple, Singa Bui and Nicholas Cartel, are under investigation for theft and money laundering involving over $7 million from client funds.
Law
#legal-proceedings
more#legal-proceedings
#financial-crime
more#financial-crime
#trump-administration
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

A new Trump administration rule aims to combat money laundering. A California woman says it will put her out of business.

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

A new Trump administration rule aims to combat money laundering. A California woman says it will put her out of business.

more#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Texas Lottery Director Resigns Amid Scrutiny of Rigged 2023 Draw

The Texas State Lottery's executive director resigned amid a scandal involving European bettors purchasing millions of tickets.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

South Florida man pleads guilty to money laundering after wife's brutal murder

Miguel Aguasvivas' guilty plea highlights a connection between his wife's carjacking murder and his involvement in a money-laundering conspiracy.
London startup
fromTheregister
3 months ago

UK convicts five scammers who preyed on widowed for 3.25M

Romance scammers in the UK were convicted of laundering £3.25 million, exploiting victims seeking online relationships.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Elon Musk calls for arrest of 'fake NGO' leaders - claiming they're part of 'uniparty' engaged in 'giant money laundering scheme'

Elon Musk calls for legal accountability for NGOs he deems corrupt, linking them to political funding and taxpayer money misuse.
London
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Investigating a Sprawling Money Laundering Network

Investment in investigative journalism unveils intricate money laundering networks.
The motivations behind the investigation stem from curiosity and tips about criminal activities in Southeast Asia.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Panama approves embattled ex-President Martinelli's passage to Nicaragua

Panama's government has approved safe passage for embattled former President Ricardo Martinelli to leave for Nicaragua, citing health concerns despite his conviction for money laundering.
World news
Poker
fromCardplayer
3 months ago

Nevada Regulators Hand Out Second-Largest Fine Ever To Las Vegas Strip Casino

Resorts World will pay $10.5 million in fines for regulatory violations linked to illegal gambling activities involving bookies at the casino.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

MPs think they may have been targets of disinformation' over Bangladesh inquiry

Mansur, a former IMF official, stated, "I believe that people under investigation for money laundering are trying to diminish my reputation and target me in various ways."
UK news
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Former hockey international Caitriona Carey appears in court on money laundering charges

Former Ireland hockey international Caitriona Carey faces money laundering charges in Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, with three offences alleged from 2019 to 2021.
UK news
#banking
fromFast Company
3 months ago
DC food

TD Bank is closing dozens of branches across 10 states: Here's the full list of doomed locations

TD Bank to close 37 branches across 10 states and D.C. to streamline operations and adapt to customer habits.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston food

TD Bank to shutter 16 New England branches, including 6 in Mass.

TD Bank is closing branches in response to penalties for lax anti-money laundering practices.
DC food
fromFast Company
3 months ago

TD Bank is closing dozens of branches across 10 states: Here's the full list of doomed locations

TD Bank to close 37 branches across 10 states and D.C. to streamline operations and adapt to customer habits.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

TD Bank to shutter 16 New England branches, including 6 in Mass.

TD Bank is closing branches in response to penalties for lax anti-money laundering practices.
more#banking
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Briton held without trial in India refuses to be bailed to unsafe' Delhi streets

Christian Michel James refuses bail in India due to alleged safety concerns, preferring to remain in prison over possible threats to his life.
Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Feds break up Homestead mother-son team who ran $37 million mini-bank out of home

A mother-son team ran a $37 million illegal check-cashing operation linked to construction businesses hiring illegal immigrants.
The operation featured significant financial misconduct and manipulation of legal frameworks to facilitate undocumented worker payment.
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