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Deutsche Bank private banker charged with embezzling €600k amid wealth-management push
business3 days ago

Deutsche Bank private banker charged with embezzling €600k amid wealth-management push

A former Deutsche Bank private banker at the Frankfurt flagship has been charged with embezzling more than €600,000 from wealthy clients by moving funds to his mother-in-law’s account to fund derivatives trading, resulting in about €493,000 in losses. The victims included a private equity executive, a former CEO of a consumer-goods company, and a law-firm partner. Deutsche Bank says fewer than 10 accounts were involved, has reimbursed affected clients and tightened controls as it expands its wealth-management business. The defendant admitted the allegations and faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted, with prosecutors signaling a possible suspended sentence.

via Financial Times|
#business#deutsche-bank#financial-fraud
Impostor Federal Agents Charged in DC Gold Scam Targeting Elderly Man
crime21 days ago

Impostor Federal Agents Charged in DC Gold Scam Targeting Elderly Man

Two men, Chu Lin and Xiean Cheng, were charged with second-degree financial fraud after posing as federal agents and targeting an 85-year-old Washington, D.C. resident, convincing him to buy more than $200,000 in gold bars; the gold dealer alerted authorities, and MPD with the FBI arrested them at the victim's home when they attempted to retrieve the gold.

via Fox News|
#crime#elderly-victim#financial-fraud
Ex-Bank of America Employee Allegedly Steals $500K from Disabled Woman in Miami-Dade
crime8 months ago

Ex-Bank of America Employee Allegedly Steals $500K from Disabled Woman in Miami-Dade

A Bank of America employee, Mario Martinez, is accused of exploiting a disabled woman and stealing over $500,000 from her after offering to help manage her inheritance, opening joint accounts without her consent, and siphoning her funds over several months. He faces multiple charges including exploitation and grand theft, and is currently held in custody awaiting court proceedings.

via CBS News|
#bank-theft#crime#disability-exploitation
FBI Warns Seniors of AI-Driven Billion-Dollar Cyber Scam
world1 year ago

FBI Warns Seniors of AI-Driven Billion-Dollar Cyber Scam

A sophisticated AI-driven scam targeting seniors has drained over $1 billion since 2024 by exploiting their trust through multi-phase deception involving fake tech support, bank impersonations, and government officials, with AI personalizing attacks to increase effectiveness, highlighting the need for increased vigilance and education to protect vulnerable populations.

via | Cord Cutters News|
#ai-scams#cybersecurity#financial-fraud
8 Million Android Users Urged to Delete SpyLoan Apps Amid Malware Threat
mobile-security-financial-fraud1 year ago

8 Million Android Users Urged to Delete SpyLoan Apps Amid Malware Threat

Over 8 million Android users have been affected by SpyLoan malware embedded in over a dozen loan apps on the Google Play Store, according to McAfee Labs. These apps, which target users in various countries by offering quick loans, use social engineering to extract sensitive information and permissions, leading to potential extortion and financial loss. Despite some apps being removed or modified to comply with Google Play policies, the threat persists as these apps share a common framework for data encryption and exfiltration. Users are advised to scrutinize app permissions and developer legitimacy to mitigate risks.

via The Hacker News|
#android-apps#data-exfiltration#financial-fraud
Super Micro Shares Plummet Amid Weak Forecast and Filing Delays
business1 year ago

Super Micro Shares Plummet Amid Weak Forecast and Filing Delays

Super Micro Computer (SMCI) announced that an independent Special Committee found no evidence of financial fraud following a three-month investigation, despite concerns raised by short seller Hindenburg and the recent resignation of auditor Ernst & Young. However, SMCI's stock fell 22.7% in pre-market trading due to disappointing preliminary Q3 results and uncertainty over the filing of its 10-K annual report. Mizuho Securities suspended its rating on SMCI stock, citing concerns over unaudited financials and Nasdaq compliance risks.

via TipRanks|
#auditor-resignation#business#financial-fraud
FBI and Europol Dismantle $6bn Cybercrime Empire, Arrest Key Figures
cybercrime2 years ago

FBI and Europol Dismantle $6bn Cybercrime Empire, Arrest Key Figures

An international law enforcement team has arrested Chinese national Yunhe Wang, disrupting the "911 S5" botnet, which officials say is the world's largest. Wang allegedly ran the botnet for nearly a decade, amassing $99 million by reselling access to criminals for identity theft, child exploitation, and financial fraud, including pandemic relief scams. Authorities seized $29 million in cryptocurrency and linked Wang to $5.9 billion in fraud losses. Wang managed the botnet through 150 servers and used his gains to purchase properties worldwide.

via WEAU|
#botnet#cybercrime#cybersecurity
"World's Largest Botnet Dismantled, Alleged Chinese Mastermind Arrested"
cybercrime2 years ago

"World's Largest Botnet Dismantled, Alleged Chinese Mastermind Arrested"

Authorities have arrested Yunhe Wang, a Chinese national, for allegedly running the world's largest cybercrime botnet, "911 S5," which infected 19 million computers globally and generated $99 million in profits. The botnet was used for identity theft, child exploitation, and financial fraud, including pandemic relief scams, resulting in over $5.9 billion in estimated losses. Wang was arrested in Singapore, and authorities seized $29 million in cryptocurrency.

via The Associated Press|
#arrest#botnet#cybercrime