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Tate Brothers Case: The Misogynist Influencers Used Offshore Accounts to Launder Proceeds from Sexual Exploitation!
New evidence suggests that the influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate used offshore accounts, including Paxum Bank, to conceal profits from their controversial webcam business. The Tates are facing serious charges, including human trafficking and money laundering. This case highlights the need for robust AML/KYC practices, particularly for payment processors in high-risk sectors like adult entertainment.
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Paxum Bank: The Offshore Bank for the Porn Industry!
Paxum Bank, an offshore financial institution based in Dominica, has found itself at the center of controversy due to its connections with high-risk industries and recent revelations about its relationship with the embattled Tate brothers. Specializing in serving the adult entertainment sector, the bank has become a key player in providing financial services to businesses often shunned by traditional banks. However, this niche focus has also drawn scrutiny from regulators and investigators.
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UK FCA Charges First Individual for Operating Illegal Crypto ATM Network for Money Laundering!
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has charged London-based Olumide Osunkoya with running an illegal crypto ATM network, marking the first case of its kind in the UK. As crypto ATMs are increasingly used for money laundering, the FCA's crackdown on unregistered operators underscores the need for strict regulatory compliance. The ATM scheme allegedly processed £2.6 million in crypto transactions.
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Public-Listed Crypto Exchange Coinbase Has to Face Shareholder Lawsuit Over SEC Risks!
U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase must face a shareholder lawsuit accusing it of downplaying regulatory risks, specifically the chances of being sued by the SEC. While a U.S. judge dismissed parts of the case, the key allegation of misrepresenting regulatory risks will proceed. This case underscores the importance of transparency in the crypto sector, where regulatory uncertainties continue to loom large, particularly in the U.S.
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U.S. Regulator SEC Charges Seven Public Companies for Violating Whistleblower Protection Rules!
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged seven public U.S. companies with using agreements that restricted employees from reporting securities law violations, resulting in over $3 million in penalties. The SEC takes strict action against organizations and individuals who seek to contractually restrict whistleblowers' rights. The regulator needs insiders to disclose financial wrongdoing and compliance violations.
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Cybercrime Alert to Payment Processors: Warning Against Acceptance of Anonymous Domain app-paymentgw.pgws2b.com
The FinTelegram research team has identified a suspicious domain https://app-paymentgw.pgws2b.com currently deployed by several anonymously operated online casinos of Liernin Enterprises, including Malina Casino, Talismania, SlotUna, and others. This domain has been flagged due to its association with activities that potentially violate financial regulations and legal standards for online gambling.
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Report on Cazimbo Casino: The Role of Payment Processors in Facilitating Illegal Online Casinos!
Another day, another exposed illegal online casino facilitated via Cyprus. Payment processors play a crucial role in sustaining this underground economy. FinTelegram's research repeatedly reveals that without these facilitating payment processors, many illegal online schemes, particularly in the gambling sector, would not thrive. Currently, we are focusing on the brands of the collapsed Rabidi Group that continue to operate anonymously and unauthorized. Here is our report on Cazimbo.
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The Rabidi Case: The Mysterious Actions of Beneficial Owner Denys Butko and Other Connections
The case of the Rabidi Group is a prime example of the opacity of the online casino sector. Rabidi, once a significant player in the online gambling industry with a Curacao license, has recently come under scrutiny after the group's sudden disappearance following its bankruptcy in June 2023. Following FinTelegram reports, Denys Butko, the alleged beneficial owner recently deleted his LinkedIn profile.
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The Role of Cryptocurrencies in Facilitating Illegal Online Gambling Operations!
With the rapid adoption of cryptocurrencies, the global landscape of illicit businesses, particularly in the online gambling sector, has seen a significant expansion. Despite heightened regulatory scrutiny, cryptocurrencies continue to operate beyond national borders, enabling illegal online casinos and gambling platforms to thrive. This phenomenon has created substantial challenges for authorities.
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Prosecuted Telegram CEO Durov Challenges Personal Liability for Platform Misuse!
The prosecuted Telegram CEO Pavel Durov argues that holding CEOs personally liable for platform misuse is an outdated practice that threatens innovation. Following his Paris arrest, Durov emphasized that platforms like Telegram must adapt to rapid growth, but outdated liability standards should not stifle progress. His case highlights the ongoing debate about balancing innovation, privacy, and regulation in the tech world.
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Charges: Russian Media Outlet RT Allegedly Orchestrated Massive Pro-Trump Influence Campaign in the U.S.
RT, formerly known as Russia Today, is a Russian state-funded news outlet. Last week, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it had indicted two RT employees for secretly funding and directing a U.S.-based media company to influence American public opinion, marking a significant case in the ongoing battle against foreign propaganda campaigns. In 2017, RT was required to register as a foreign agent in the U.S.
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Jack Dorsey’s Block Surpasses Coinbase in Market Cap as the Crypto Sector Shows Weakness!
Block, the fintech venture of former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, has overtaken Coinbase in market cap, underscoring the challenges facing the crypto sector as stock volatility and regulatory battles weigh down Coinbase’s performance. The crypto market capitalization is currently in a correction phase within a symmetrical triangle pattern, having dropped 12.34% after testing the triangle's upper trendline as support.
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The 2024 Trillion Dollar Club or the Dawning Age of Trillionaires!
The age of the trillionaire is upon us, with Elon Musk at the helm, but he won't be alone for long. According to the 2024 Trillion Dollar Club published by the Informa Connect Academy, the rise of tech-driven wealth showcases the immense power of innovation while simultaneously raising questions about economic equality and environmental sustainability. The accumulation of gigantic fortunes around the technology sector continues.
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