NEW ORLEANS, LA (February 19, 2025) – Michael Brian Depetrillo, a 43-year-old New Orleans resident, pleaded guilty on February 18, 2025, to violating the Commodity Exchange Act, admitting to a multi-million dollar investment fraud scheme […] Read More
Learn how to identify and avoid cryptocurrency scams in 2024. This comprehensive guide covers the latest scam types, red flags, prevention strategies, and what to do if you’ve been victimized. Stay safe in the crypto […] Read More
The digital age has amplified both the connectivity and the vulnerability of our communities. Investment scams, particularly affinity fraud, which preys on the trust within close-knit groups, are evolving at an alarming rate. As we […] Read More
This article provides a comprehensive look at advance fee fraud, a deceptive scheme that continues to thrive in 2025 and beyond. We’ll explore the latest trends, emerging threats, and sophisticated tactics employed by fraudsters, offering […] Read More
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (January 25, 2025) – In a shocking development that has sent ripples through Silicon Valley, Alexander Charles Beckman, founder and former CEO of chatbot startup GameOn Technology (also known as GameOn or […] Read More
ATLANTA, GA – In a stark reminder of the risks lurking within the often-opaque world of private investment, Craig Allen, the founder and executive officer of Atlanta-based C.M. Allen Capital Management, Inc., has been sentenced […] Read More
MIAMI – Johanna Michely Garcia, the former Chief Executive Officer of MJ Capital Funding, LLC, was sentenced to 240 months (20 years) in prison today for her role in a massive Ponzi scheme. Garcia, 41, […] Read More
Stay one step ahead of scammers in the digital age. This comprehensive guide provides 20 actionable tips to protect yourself from identity theft, phishing scams, online shopping fraud, and more in 2024. Learn how to […] Read More
Investing is a great way to secure your financial future, but it’s important to be wary of the many fraudulent schemes that exist. Understanding the risks and staying vigilant are crucial to safeguarding your assets. […] Read More
A South Carolina attorney has admitted to playing a role in concealing funds tied to a massive California-based fraud operation. Peter J. Strauss, formerly of the Strauss Law Firm, pleaded guilty to charges related to […] Read More
70 Current And Former NYCHA Employees Charged With Bribery And Extortion Offenses The news last week of 70 current and former New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) employees charged with bribery and extortion sent shockwaves […] Read More
Introduction Cryptocurrency has become a popular investment option in recent years, with Bitcoin and other digital currencies experiencing unprecedented growth. While this growth has brought many benefits to those who have invested in cryptocurrency, it […] Read More
Introduction Foreign exchange, also known as forex or FX, is a global decentralized market for trading currencies. It is the largest financial market in the world, with daily trading volumes exceeding $6 trillion. The forex […] Read More
High-yield investment programs (HYIPs) are investment schemes that promise high returns on investments in a short period of time. They often use flashy marketing strategies to attract investors and typically target individual investors through online […] Read More
Cyber and malware attacks are very common today in the finance industry. Detecting them is complicated and hard. Regular implementation of protective measures against new attacks is necessary. Traditional protective measures such as CVV2 and […] Read More
Corporate Insider Convicted of Conspiring with Others at Long Island Boiler Room to Pump and Dump Stock on Unsuspecting Elderly Investors Illegal Stock Promotion and Manipulation Scheme Cost Victims Million of Dollars A federal jury […] Read More
Former Chief Operating Officer of Davis Bio-Pesticide Company Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Mail, Wire, and Securities Fraud SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Hector Absi, 51, of Las Vegas, Nevada, pleaded guilty today to one count […] Read More
Former Informix Executive Hauled Into Court On 19-Year-Old Indictment Regarding Alleged Investment Fraud Scheme Walter Konigseder arrested on investment fraud charges SAN FRANCISCO – This morning, former Informix executive Walter Konigseder appeared in federal court […] Read More
Former KPMG Executive Sentenced For Scheme To Steal Confidential PCAOB Information Geoffrey S. Berman, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that DAVID MIDDENDORF, the former head of KPMG’s National […] Read More
Former Financial Planner Indicted For Investment Fraud Scheme And Failure To File Tax Returns PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – Former financial planner James A. Young III, 49, of Milton, Florida, was arraigned today in the U.S. District […] Read More
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