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fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago
California

State charges trio in ID theft scheme that targeted Bay Area counties

California filed felony charges against three men in a multi-county identity theft scheme involving over $100,000 in fraudulent merchandise.
The coordinated scheme illustrated a serious organized retail crime effort impacting various communities.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

Stock scammers. Ponzi schemers. He spent years busting Miami's fraudsters

Eric Bustillo overcame personal tragedy to have a distinguished career fighting fraud in South Florida.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Dan Abrams Critiques Media For Largely Ignoring Wild Fraud Investigation Into NY Attorney General Letitia James: This is Serious'

Dan Abrams criticizes media for underreporting fraud allegations against NY Attorney General Letitia James, highlighting serious accusations regarding mortgage fraud.
#doge
EU data protection
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A judge blocked DOGE from accessing the Social Security records of millions of Americans in a scathing ruling

Judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive SSA records, criticizing their broad access as a 'fishing expedition' for fraud.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Judge orders Musk and DOGE to delete personal data taken from Social Security

A federal judge temporarily restrained DOGE's access to Social Security records due to concerns over privacy and lack of evidence for fraud.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Federal Agencies Has DOGE Broken Into?

DOGE agents are scrutinizing various government agencies for fraud, ordering limited access to systems for investigation.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A judge blocked DOGE from accessing the Social Security records of millions of Americans in a scathing ruling

Judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive SSA records, criticizing their broad access as a 'fishing expedition' for fraud.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Judge orders Musk and DOGE to delete personal data taken from Social Security

A federal judge temporarily restrained DOGE's access to Social Security records due to concerns over privacy and lack of evidence for fraud.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Federal Agencies Has DOGE Broken Into?

DOGE agents are scrutinizing various government agencies for fraud, ordering limited access to systems for investigation.
more#doge
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

HMRC accused of misusing powers to "correct" R&D tax relief claims

HMRC's increased correction of R&D tax relief claims raises concerns about due process and the potential rejection of legitimate claims.
#elon-musk
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

They see dead people: DOGE increases its headcount for hunting corrupt corpses

New DOGE staff at SSA focus on fraud prevention, including examining death records.
Claims of widespread fraud in Social Security have been disputed by SSA officials.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Musk Team Seeks Access to I.R.S. System With Taxpayers' Records

The IRS is granting a Musk team member access to sensitive taxpayer data to investigate waste, fraud, and abuse in the tax system.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Medicine

What DOGE could mean for Medicare and Medicaid?

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is investigating potential fraud in Medicare and Medicaid systems.
The initiative aims at identifying and eliminating wasteful expenditures in these crucial health care programs.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

They see dead people: DOGE increases its headcount for hunting corrupt corpses

New DOGE staff at SSA focus on fraud prevention, including examining death records.
Claims of widespread fraud in Social Security have been disputed by SSA officials.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Musk Team Seeks Access to I.R.S. System With Taxpayers' Records

The IRS is granting a Musk team member access to sensitive taxpayer data to investigate waste, fraud, and abuse in the tax system.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Medicine

What DOGE could mean for Medicare and Medicaid?

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is investigating potential fraud in Medicare and Medicaid systems.
The initiative aims at identifying and eliminating wasteful expenditures in these crucial health care programs.
more#elon-musk
Washington DC
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Justice Dept. Moving to Downsize Units Investigating Fraud and Corruption

Justice Department is planning to restructure and downsize units investigating fraud and public corruption.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Law

Catriona Carey has 46 fresh charges brought against her as she appears in court

Catriona Carey faces multiple charges of breaching company law and has been released on bail.
fromTheregister
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Two PSNI officers arrested, bailed in payout fraud probe

The PSNI is investigating fraud related to a compensation offer made to officers after a data breach exposed sensitive information.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Indo Daily Investigates: 5m student accommodation overspend - The UL housing scandal at centre of garda probe

The University of Limerick engaged in questionable property purchases, leading to investigations into financial misconduct and governance issues.
Concerns raised over student accommodation decisions and potential fraud are under review by authorities.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Man used Jackie Robinson contracts to steal millions from investors. Then he fled to Russia seeking asylum

Jackie Robinson's contracts are now held by U.S. Marshals, valuing them potentially in millions, stemming from a fraud investigation.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Fraud arrest over 'justice for killed PC' campaign

A 69-year-old man has been arrested for fraud linked to the Yvonne Fletcher justice campaign, which is separate from her family's involvement.
#juicyfields
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

What do new findings in JuicyFields cannabis scam reveal? DW 12/03/2024

JuicyFields scam involved 200,000 victims and estimated damages of $645 million, revealing significant investment fraud in the cannabis sector.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

What new findings in JuicyFields cannabis scam reveal? DW 12/03/2024

JuicyFields scam impacted 200,000 investors, revealing significant regulatory failures and the ongoing challenge of fraud in the cannabis investment sector.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

What do new findings in JuicyFields cannabis scam reveal? DW 12/03/2024

JuicyFields scam involved 200,000 victims and estimated damages of $645 million, revealing significant investment fraud in the cannabis sector.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

What new findings in JuicyFields cannabis scam reveal? DW 12/03/2024

JuicyFields scam impacted 200,000 investors, revealing significant regulatory failures and the ongoing challenge of fraud in the cannabis investment sector.
more#juicyfields
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

How People Are Earning Thousands Investigating Pandemic Fraud

The Paycheck Protection Program is facing scrutiny due to allegations of widespread fraud by businesses using government relief funds.
#embezzlement
fromAbove the Law
5 months ago
Law

Luxury, Lies, And A $10 Million Embezzlement

A former executive embezzled $10 million, leading to prison sentencing after an extensive forensic investigation.
The fraud was characterized by intricate schemes and personal spending on lavish items.
fromMiami Herald
5 months ago
Miami

Miami-Dade accountant arrested in Hammocks HOA theft scheme, state attorney says

Jesus Cue was arrested for allegedly stealing from the Hammocks HOA, involved in fraud, money laundering, and racketeering.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 months ago

Luxury, Lies, And A $10 Million Embezzlement

A former executive embezzled $10 million, leading to prison sentencing after an extensive forensic investigation.
The fraud was characterized by intricate schemes and personal spending on lavish items.
fromMiami Herald
5 months ago
Miami

Miami-Dade accountant arrested in Hammocks HOA theft scheme, state attorney says

Jesus Cue was arrested for allegedly stealing from the Hammocks HOA, involved in fraud, money laundering, and racketeering.
more#embezzlement
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Safa president Jordaan arrested on fraud charges

The president of South Africa's football association is facing serious allegations of fraud and misuse of organizational funds.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
France politics

Netflix offices raided in French and Dutch tax probe DW 11/06/2024

Netflix's offices were raided in Paris and Amsterdam due to an investigation into potential financial fraud and tax issues.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
London

I can grant immunity from prosecution': UK's chief fraudbuster on modernising the SFO

Nick Ephgrave, as the new SFO director, faces significant challenges due to the agency's troubled history and past criticisms.
fromPadailypost
6 months ago
Education

Superintendent put on leave as state begins 'extraordinary audit'

Superintendent Ayinde Rudolph's short-term leave follows the announcement of a state audit investigating spending in the Mountain View Whisman School District.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
US news

A victim of a crypto pig butchering' scam just got his $140,000 back

Victims of the SpireBit crypto scam are receiving restitution after the Massachusetts Attorney General's investigation led to the seizure of the scam's assets.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Caf general secretary accused of suspicious payments to Swiss bank accounts

Caf's general secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba is under investigation for serious allegations, including fraud and dishonest management, threatening Switzerland's global image.
Business
fromCoindesk
7 months ago

Five U.S. States Reach Settlement With GS Partners, Investors to Get Full Refunds

Five U.S. states have reached a settlement with GS Partners ensuring investors receive full refunds for crypto-related investments.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 months ago
New York City

Toronto police searching for 2 men after elderly man defrauded of roughly $10K in ATM investigation | CBC News

Toronto police seek public help to identify two men involved in a fraud case targeting an elderly victim, resulting in over $10,000 loss.
fromComputerWeekly.com
7 months ago
London

Police Digital Service staff arrests: Everything you need to know | Computer Weekly

The Police Digital Service is under investigation following arrests related to fraud, affecting its operations and leadership.
fromwww.dw.com
1 year ago
Europe politics

Spain: Sanchez supporters rally, urge PM not to quit DW 04/27/2024

Supporters rally for Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to remain in office amidst a scandal regarding a fraud investigation into his wife.
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