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Financial Investigations November 10, 2018

MoneyGram Agrees to Pay $125 Million Dollars to Settle Allegations of FTC Order Violation

MoneyGram International has agreed to pay $125 million dollars to settle allegations that the company neglected to protect consumers and prevent fraudulent money transfers. The settlement comes from a failed…

By Maya Brown Maya is a journalist out of Atlanta, GA. She holds a BA in Economics with a concentration in International Business from the University of Louisville. Maya is currently pursuing a dual-degree while simultaneously advocating for the general public as a writer and trailblazer in the community.
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Financial Investigations October 19, 2018
New York Attorney General launches Fraud Investigation into MoviePass Parent Company

The New York Attorney General’s office launched an investigation into Helios and Matheson Analytics (NASDAQ: HMNY), the parent…

By Marivic Cabural Summers Marivic has been a freelance writer/journalist for nearly 20 years. She strictly adheres to the ethical standards in journalism. For her, integrity is everything. Readers deserve to know that real story. She previously worked as research analyst and editor at Lombardi Financial and has written for various websites including The Motley Fool, ValueWalk, IcannWiki and was a news writer/radio program producer at Nation Broadcasting Corporation. Marivic holds a BA in Mass Communications.
Financial Investigations October 8, 2018
What are the Best Credit Card Options for College Students?

A new CNBC report provides insight into some of the top credit cards options for college students in…

By Gabrielle Seunagal Gabrielle Seunagal is a full-time freelance writer, editor, and voice actor, who worked with USA Herald from June 2017 to November 2024. She is passionate about fitness, travel, and combating human rights abuses like human trafficking and child marriage.
Financial Investigations September 17, 2018
Timothy Allen Patrick Allegedly Used his Fly Fishing Business to Bait and Scam Investors

According to sources, Timothy Allen Patrick, a fly fishing business operator in Blue Ridge, Georgia, is accused of…

By Jeff Watterson Jeff Watterson is a journalist that focuses on politics, investigative journalism, and technology news. When Jeff is not writing, which is his hobby, he enjoys fishing and hunting.
Financial Investigations September 13, 2018
United Technologies Corporation and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

UTC Charged With Violating FCPA Connecticut-based United Technologies Corporation has been charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission…

By Peter Moreno From the concrete jungle of Wall Street as an Investment Adviser to the narco-infested jungles of Colombia, as a U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel. His first hand knowledge of both finance and crime present a unique perspective on the topic of financial crimes. Although he may not be the "most interesting man alive," his friends assure him he's in the top 10. He delivers provocative written insights on controversial topics, sips single malt scotch with a smile, and fancies a good cigar.
Financial Investigations September 13, 2018
Health Care Fraud, Identity Theft and Money Laundering in Kentucky

Health Care Fraud Ring Leader Found Guilty A federal jury found Ledinson Chavez, 39, of Miami, guilty of…

By Peter Moreno From the concrete jungle of Wall Street as an Investment Adviser to the narco-infested jungles of Colombia, as a U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel. His first hand knowledge of both finance and crime present a unique perspective on the topic of financial crimes. Although he may not be the "most interesting man alive," his friends assure him he's in the top 10. He delivers provocative written insights on controversial topics, sips single malt scotch with a smile, and fancies a good cigar.
Financial Investigations September 12, 2018
Telecom Expense Management Company Charged with Accounting Fraud

Creative Accounting The Securities and Exchange Commission charged a telecommunications expense management company for its alleged use of…

By Peter Moreno From the concrete jungle of Wall Street as an Investment Adviser to the narco-infested jungles of Colombia, as a U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel. His first hand knowledge of both finance and crime present a unique perspective on the topic of financial crimes. Although he may not be the "most interesting man alive," his friends assure him he's in the top 10. He delivers provocative written insights on controversial topics, sips single malt scotch with a smile, and fancies a good cigar.
Financial Investigations September 12, 2018
Scam Artist Headed to Prison for Defrauding Concert Promoter

Bogus Connections to the Red Hot Chili Peppers U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White sentenced Quincy Krashna to a…

By Peter Moreno From the concrete jungle of Wall Street as an Investment Adviser to the narco-infested jungles of Colombia, as a U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel. His first hand knowledge of both finance and crime present a unique perspective on the topic of financial crimes. Although he may not be the "most interesting man alive," his friends assure him he's in the top 10. He delivers provocative written insights on controversial topics, sips single malt scotch with a smile, and fancies a good cigar.
Financial Investigations September 11, 2018
Cannabis Investment Fund and Founder Charged by SEC

Marijuana-Related Investment Fund A Texas-based investment fund and its founder were charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission…

By Peter Moreno From the concrete jungle of Wall Street as an Investment Adviser to the narco-infested jungles of Colombia, as a U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel. His first hand knowledge of both finance and crime present a unique perspective on the topic of financial crimes. Although he may not be the "most interesting man alive," his friends assure him he's in the top 10. He delivers provocative written insights on controversial topics, sips single malt scotch with a smile, and fancies a good cigar.
Financial Investigations September 11, 2018
Alleged Fake Trading Accounts Scam Busted Up by SEC

Day Trading – Oldest Trick in the Book? A pair of Michigan men were charged by the Securities…

By Peter Moreno From the concrete jungle of Wall Street as an Investment Adviser to the narco-infested jungles of Colombia, as a U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel. His first hand knowledge of both finance and crime present a unique perspective on the topic of financial crimes. Although he may not be the "most interesting man alive," his friends assure him he's in the top 10. He delivers provocative written insights on controversial topics, sips single malt scotch with a smile, and fancies a good cigar.
Financial Investigations September 11, 2018
SEC Awards More than $50 Million to Whistleblowers

Unprecedented Award The Securities and Exchange Commission is awarding $39 million to one whistleblower and $15 million to…

By Peter Moreno From the concrete jungle of Wall Street as an Investment Adviser to the narco-infested jungles of Colombia, as a U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel. His first hand knowledge of both finance and crime present a unique perspective on the topic of financial crimes. Although he may not be the "most interesting man alive," his friends assure him he's in the top 10. He delivers provocative written insights on controversial topics, sips single malt scotch with a smile, and fancies a good cigar.

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