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August 18, 2022

CySEC-Regulated Broker Libertex Inks Sponsorship Agreement With FC Bayern

The CySEC-regulated Indication Investments Ltd d/b/a Libertex (www.libertex.com), a CFD and forex broker, is regulated by the Cyprus CySEC with CIF Licence number 164/12. The leading German football club FC Bayern announced today that it has entered into a sponsorship agreement with Libertex until 2025. The collaboration encompasses marketing activities such as a presence on the LED advertising boards at home matches in the Allianz Arena in Munich.

September 14, 2021

CySEC recalled Libertex’s partial suspension on promises to establish proper compliance

Libertex is operated by Indication Investments Ltd, regulated by CySEC. On July 16, 2021, we reported that Libertex was promoted via an illegal boiler room on Telegram. This boiler room was in turn promoted via fake articles. Please read the report here. CySEC partially suspended Libertex's license on 3 August 2021 but recalled this suspension on August 23, 2021. The regulator was satisfied with the broker's commitments to make its marketing strategy compliant and continuously monitor compliance procedures. Thus, Libertex wants us to remove the old report!

August 4, 2021

And again! CySEC-regulated Libertex sees its license partially suspended

Finance Magnates has reported that the Cyprus CySEC partially suspends the license of the regulated Indication Investments Ltd. The broker regulated with No. 164/12 is doing business as Libertex with the approved domain www. Libertex.com. In its board decision, CySEC says that it seems that Libertex does not act honestly, fairly, and professionally in dealing with its clients. In addition, Libertex also seems to violate various compliance guidelines. This is not the first time Libertex has had such issues with CySEC.

July 16, 2021

Fake Media and illegal Telegram boiler room promote CySEC broker Libertex

Behind every scam are boiler rooms promoting potential victims with phone calls, emails, and various messenger services. In recent years, boiler rooms have increasingly been operating via Telegram and WhatsApp. Especially in online trading, these social media boiler rooms have become a popular scam tool. On the fake medium Wirtschaftsanzeiger (www.wirtschaftsanzeiger.com), a trading group a/k/a boiler room is currently being facilitated, which promotes CySEC broker Libertex.

Compliance Report: Sergey Mendeleev, Garantex, and Exved – The Rising Role of Crypto in Russia’s Sanctions Evasion Strategy

Sergey Mendeleev, a prominent figure in Russia's cryptocurrency scene, has played a central role in the establishment and operation of two key platforms—Garantex and Exved. These platforms have been instrumental in facilitating cross-border payments and crypto transactions, potentially serving as important tools for Russia’s sanctions evasion strategy. Mendeleev's growing influence in this space, coupled with Russia's evolving regulatory framework, positions him as a key player in Russia.

Russia’s New Crypto Strategy for Sanctions Evasion

Russia’s new crypto laws, allowing mining and international payments in digital currencies, are part of a broader strategy to evade Western sanctions and reduce dependence on the U.S. dollar. This move, led by the Central Bank of Russia (CBR), opens up new compliance risks for global financial institutions dealing with Russian entities. The new laws are set to take effect in September for cross-border payments and in November for crypto mining.

Secretive Cyprus Funds Used to Obscure Megayachts and Real Estate Linked to Sanctioned Russian Banker

A recent OCCRP investigation revealed that Cyprus-registered RAIFs were used to hide megayachts and real estate linked to sanctioned Russian banker Andrei Kostin. These secretive funds, managed by Inveqo, allowed clients to avoid disclosing their ownership, raising concerns about the effectiveness of sanctions and regulatory enforcement. The case highlights the challenges of ensuring transparency and preventing financial crime in the global investment landscape.

First-Ever Crypto Seizure in Scotland Under New UK Law

Crypto has undoubtedly become mainstream, particularly in the cybercrime sphere. In a first for Scottish law enforcement, £110,000 in cryptocurrency has been confiscated from John Ross Rennie following a violent robbery. Under new UK rules, police can now seize crypto assets without needing to make an arrest, highlighting a growing focus on tackling digital crime as incidents involving cryptocurrency continue to rise.

Former Lebanon Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh Charged with Financial Crimes

It was a long-expected move. The powerful former Lebanon Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh has been arrested and charged with embezzling $42 million in public funds, part of a broader $110 million fraud case. His detention comes amid ongoing domestic and international investigations into financial misconduct during his controversial three-decade tenure. In 2022, the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) froze assets worth €120 million tied to Salame.