Hong Kong police arrested 147 people in Operation 'Rapidhorse', dismantling a triad syndicate suspected of drug trafficking, illegal gambling, and laundering HK$600 million through local banks.
Scammers in New York and other states have stolen over $100m from older adults over two years by using fake pop-ups and posing as law enforcement to trick victims into buying and handing over gold bars.
A Sussex businessman recovered over £14,000 after fraudsters used his Metro Bank debit card to buy credits for the AI chatbot Claude, despite him telling the bank an initial transaction was fraudulent.
Capital One closed Trump's accounts in 2021 due to suspected money laundering, as revealed in a court filing. Trump alleges political motives, suing for illegal account closure.
Capital One disclosed in a court filing that it closed bank accounts held by US President Donald Trump in 2021 after flagging financial activity with characteristics of money laundering. Trump's holding company had sued the bank, alleging the closures were politically motivated.
Capital One Financial has formally stated in a court filing that it closed over 300 Trump Organization bank accounts due to anti-money laundering (AML) concerns, marking the first time a bank has publicly linked such issues to Donald Trump's business. This disclosure came as Capital One sought to dismiss a lawsuit by the Trump Organization alleging illegal "debanking" on political grounds.
Capital One defended its 2021 closure of Trump Organization accounts, citing anti-money laundering (AML) concerns in a Florida federal court filing. This marks the first time a bank formally linked AML issues to Trump's business, refuting claims of politically motivated debanking.
Oil prices surged above US$100 a barrel amid US President Trump's threat of a "massive attack" on Iran and a Houthi blockade. The Commonwealth Games opened in Glasgow, while Australia faces domestic issues including an Origin Energy data hack and Labor party dissent.
Origin Energy confirmed a hack accessed customer names, addresses, phone numbers, and partial bank data for an unspecified number of its 4.8m Australian accounts. The company is investigating with authorities, while experts warn of identity theft risks.
Former Hong Kong fencer Chiu Man-to was sentenced to three years and four months in prison for laundering over HK$10 million through mule accounts. He admitted to using five bank accounts between August 4-27, 2021, profiting HK$4,000 from the scheme.
Exploring the basics and value of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), their creation, investment potential, and future in art and collectibles.
Switching broadband, pay TV, energy suppliers, and bank accounts can save hundreds of pounds. Regulators have simplified the process, with Ofcom fining Virgin Media £28m for contract cancellation issues. Ofgem has also streamlined energy switching. The Current Account Switch Service automates transfers for banks.
Switching broadband, TV, energy, and bank accounts can save hundreds of pounds. Regulators have simplified the process, with Ofcom's One Touch Switch for broadband and Ofgem's streamlined system for energy. Banks also offer incentives for switching main current accounts, with the Current Account Switch Service handling transfers automatically.
Switching broadband, pay TV, energy, and bank accounts can save hundreds of pounds. Regulators have simplified the process, with Ofcom fining Virgin Media £28m for hindering contract cancellations. Ofgem has also streamlined energy supplier changes. The Current Account Switch Service automates transfers for banks.
Conor McGregor returns to MMA in Las Vegas after a prolonged hiatus, facing Max Holloway. The fight is seen as more of a financial move for McGregor and TKO Group Holdings than a bid to regain lost glory or improve his standing, amidst ongoing controversies and a shifting public perception in Ireland.
In Johor's state election, voters like Koo prioritize rising living costs and job opportunities over party loyalty or China-linked investments. The focus is on whether the local economy can support residents, with housing prices and cost of living being primary concerns, potentially shifting the traditional Chinese vote.
Police recovered cash, gold jewelry, and a car during searches at the Ayodhya residences of three accused in the Ram Mandir donation theft case. Fifteen bank accounts of relatives were also frozen as part of a wider financial probe into transactions disproportionate to known income sources.
Police recovered cash, gold jewelry, and a car during searches at the Ayodhya residences of three arrested accused in the Ram Mandir donation theft case. Fifteen bank accounts of relatives were also frozen as part of a wider financial probe.
The Calcutta High Court has granted conditional access to the Trinamool Congress's bank accounts, allowing withdrawals for daily expenses and legal matters. Funds can be accessed via cheque with counter-signatures from a court-appointed observer, retired Justice Subrata Talukdar, who will monitor all transactions.
Rebel TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee announced plans to approach the Supreme Court after the Calcutta High Court permitted the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC to temporarily operate three frozen bank accounts. The accounts were frozen as part of a money laundering probe linked to alleged financial irregularities.
Uganda's progressive refugee policies are strained by severe funding cuts, leading to a health crisis. Aid reductions have slashed food rations, increased malnutrition, and forced the closure of health clinics, leaving refugees vulnerable and staff overwhelmed.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has frozen Rs 440 crore in three TMC bank accounts in HDFC Bank as part of a money laundering investigation. The funds were allegedly used to purchase an aircraft and a helicopter for Rs 112 crore through a Kolkata-based company, Carewell Aviation.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) preliminary report indicates 70 alleged thefts from Ram Temple donations over 40 days. Avinash Shukla (30) is identified as the central figure in an alleged embezzlement racket involving six individuals.
A Ukrainian intelligence officer and an accomplice were detained in Ukraine for their alleged involvement in the attempted assassination of businessman Vadim Yermolayev in Monaco. Investigators found financial transfers to the victim's cryptocurrency wallets and bank accounts.
