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Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years Under Hong Kong’s National Security Law

Hong Kong media entrepreneur and pro-democracy advocate...

Former Chinese Justice Minister Sentenced to Life for $20 Million Bribery Scheme

Court finds Tang Yijun abused high office...

The philosophical puzzle of rational artificial intelligence

To what extent can an artificial system...

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A Path to Belonging for People with Psychosocial Disabilities in Ghana

I first met Pamela (not her real name) in a spiritual healing center, known as a “prayer camp,” during my first visit to Ghana...

South Korean Court Upholds Military ‘Sodomy’ Law

In a setback for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights, South Korea’s Constitutional Court has upheld the article of the country’s Military Criminal...

Sanctions Against the Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise and Concerted Pressure with Partners

Today, the United States is imposing targeted sanctions on the Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE).  As Burma’s most lucrative state-owned enterprise, MOGE provides...

L.A. Man Lands Over 11 Years in Prison for Firearms & Drug Trafficking

LOS ANGELES — An East Los Angeles man was sentenced today to 135 months in federal prison for his role in a firearms and...

French Authorities Detain Russian Tycoon Alexey Kuzmichev Over Tax Evasion and Sanctions Violations

French authorities have apprehended Russian tycoon Alexey Kuzmichev and conducted searches at two of his properties over alleged tax evasion, money laundering, and sanctions...

Alameda Resident Admits to $2 Million Ponzi Scheme Fraud Targeting 20 Victims

An Alameda resident has confessed to defrauding a minimum of 20 individuals in a Ponzi scheme totaling nearly $2 million, according to the U.S....

Combatting Terrorism Financing Through Crowdfunding: FATF’s Comprehensive Study

Crowdfunding is a global market that continues to grow. While it's a valuable tool for legitimate projects and ventures, it can be exploited by...

BlueFlame AI Assembles Powerhouse Advisory Panel: Leading Experts to Drive Innovation in Alternative Investment Management

BlueFlame AI, the generative AI platform for alternative investment managers, has introduced a distinguished panel of strategic advisors. Comprising experts in investment management, technology,...

Brothers Indicted for Money Laundering Scheme Involving Stolen Gift Cards

Last week, a federal grand jury indicted brothers Denis Gutsu, aged 31, from Antelope, and Maxim Gutsu, aged 26, from Rancho Cordova, on a...

United States Imposes Sanctions on MOGE to Disrupt Burmese Military Regime’s Financing

Today, the United States has imposed targeted sanctions on the Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE), a major source of revenue for the Burmese...

Australian Authorities Crack Down on Long River Syndicate: Unraveling a $229 Million Money Laundering Web

Seven individuals from an alleged Chinese crime syndicate face charges in Australia's most complex anti-money laundering (AML) investigation. The Long River money laundering syndicate...

UK’s Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill Enhances Digital Asset Regulation and Enforcement

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill has been signed into law in the United Kingdom, giving authorities new tools to combat fraud, including...

Groff NA Hemplex Investor Confirms Company’s Active Status and DEA Renewal

The main investor in a marijuana company licensed by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has contradicted reports of the company's dissolution. Robert Kinsley,...

COP28: Climate Action Requires Upholding Rights

(Beirut) – Participants in the 28th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) should urge the UAE, the host, to end its repression of...

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