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🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

The trial against Stein Lier-Hansen: Seeks prison for five years and five months

The prosecution has requested a prison sentence of five years and five months for Stein Lier-Hansen, a former CEO, who is accused of serious corruption and economic fraud.

Mar 17 • 13:40 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Headlines: Towards a Fifth Term for Denis Sassou Nguesso

Denis Sassou Nguesso, the 82-year-old incumbent president of Congo, is expected to secure a fifth term amidst allegations of electoral fraud and a backdrop of economic challenges.

Mar 16 • 09:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Fraud in insurance claims, the challenge for the insurance sector

The article discusses the increasing issue of fraud in insurance claims in Argentina, particularly due to economic pressures.

Mar 16 • 03:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Frauds cost a fortune in the United States: a study estimates losses of 119 billion dollars a year

A study by the Consumer Federation of America reveals that frauds result in annual losses of $119 billion in the United States, highlighting the economic impact of financial deception.

Mar 14 • 19:02 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Financial Crimes: Warning Signs to Prevent Internal Fraud

The article discusses the increased risk of internal fraud in organizations at the beginning of the year, emphasizing the importance of vigilance due to changing economic conditions.

Mar 13 • 13:12 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Fake reviews, deepfakes, fraud... Misinformation could cost the global economy 417 billion euros per year

A new study estimates that misinformation costs the global economy approximately 417 billion euros annually, highlighting various forms of economic harm it causes.

Mar 12 • 17:41 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The Chief Prosecutor's Alarm: Too Easy to Deceive Tax Money

Sweden's Chief Prosecutor warns that it's too easy to fraudulently acquire tax funds, urging stronger action to combat welfare crimes.

Mar 10 • 17:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

EFCC declares Chinese national wanted over fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria has declared Peiyuan Niu, a Chinese national, wanted in connection with an alleged fraud case involving obtaining money by false pretenses.

Mar 10 • 17:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

If subsidy is fraudulently received, up to 9 times recovery... report reward of up to 30% recovery amount will be paid

The South Korean government plans to impose stricter penalties for fraudulent receipt of subsidies, allowing for reimbursement of up to nine times the amount mistakenly obtained, coupled with an increase in whistleblower rewards.

Mar 10 • 09:57 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Three men convicted of fraud over 900 million kroner

Three men have been sentenced to prison terms for investment fraud and money laundering exceeding 900 million kroner.

Mar 6 • 11:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Norwegian man convicted of fraud arrested in Ukraine

A man convicted of serious economic crimes in Norway has been arrested in Ukraine following international cooperation between law enforcement agencies.

Mar 6 • 11:09 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Police: Norwegian convicted of fraud arrested in Ukraine

A man convicted of serious economic crimes in Norway has been arrested in Ukraine after being wanted internationally, and he has been extradited back to Norway to serve his sentence.

Mar 6 • 11:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Billion-dollar fraud, 'private militia' and 'The Crew': how the international press portrays the new arrest of Vorcaro

Daniel Vorcaro's recent arrest has drawn significant international media attention due to the associated political and economic ramifications in Brazil.

Mar 5 • 14:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Vilnius woman duped by phone scammers loses 10.2 thousand euros

A 1941-born woman from Vilnius was scammed out of 10.2 thousand euros by individuals posing as police officers.

Mar 5 • 06:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

The man who deceived millions and became a legend: The dark empire of Sergey Mavrodi – Criminal with a Greek name

Sergey Mavrodi, known for creating the largest financial pyramid scheme in post-Soviet history, is both a controversial figure celebrated by some and reviled by many.

Mar 1 • 18:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

UP fugitive Rashid Naseem arrested in UAE, searched by ED for investor fraud case

Rashid Naseem, a wanted fugitive and economic offender, was arrested in the UAE in connection with an investor fraud case being investigated by India's Enforcement Directorate.

Feb 27 • 09:36 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Economic Newsfilter: Fico Pretends He Just Now Believed Penta

The article discusses various current events in Slovakia, including sports leadership elections, financial gains from reduced fraud, and significant diplomatic communications regarding oil supplies.

Feb 27 • 05:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro will be heard in Senate committee next Tuesday and in person, says Renan Calheiros

Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, will testify in person before the Senate's Economic Affairs Committee next Tuesday as part of a significant investigation into financial fraud.

Feb 24 • 16:34 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Serious crimes in Western Swedish care companies - eleven charged

Eleven individuals have been charged with serious financial crimes related to fraudulent activities in Western Swedish care companies, involving millions of kronor in public funds.

Feb 24 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Senate Commission will decide on Tuesday regarding Vorcaro's testimony, says Renan

The Senate's Economic Affairs Committee in Brazil will decide on Tuesday about the testimony request from Daniel Vorcaro, head of Banco Master, amid a significant financial fraud investigation.

Feb 23 • 19:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

EFCC arrests 20 over electoral fraud in FCT council polls, recovers over N17m

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 20 individuals for electoral fraud during the Federal Capital Territory local government elections and recovered over 17 million Naira intended for vote buying.

Feb 22 • 19:40 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

In China’s tight economy, a fake exam-takers scheme has touched a nerve

In China, a scheme involving fake exam-takers has emerged amidst economic challenges, raising concerns about job competition.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

False Promises of Fixed Returns and Fraud of 2 Crores... This is how the Delhi Police caught 'Bunty-Babli'

A couple in Delhi defrauded 48 investors out of around 2 crores under the guise of a faulty committee scheme, leading to their arrest by the police.

Feb 18 • 14:56 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

NAV reported benefit fraud amounting to 86 million kroner in 2025

In 2025, NAV reported 314 individuals for benefit fraud, marking a decrease from 350 the previous year despite an increase in the total amount reported to 86 million kroner.

Feb 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigerian MSMEs lose ₦10 trillion annually to employee fraud – Group

Nigerian micro, small, and medium enterprises suffer annual losses of between ₦5 trillion and ₦10 trillion due to employee fraud, according to a report from the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise.

Feb 16 • 08:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Operation 'Straw Men': How the Scheme Acting with Straw Men Was Uncovered by the AADE

The AADE has released new details about organized economic crime syndicates it dismantled that utilized 'straw men' to manage numerous fictitious businesses in the hospitality and entertainment sectors.

Feb 15 • 16:32 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Over 50 as defendants in a major fraud case

More than 50 individuals are reportedly involved as defendants in a significant fraud case in Iceland.

Feb 13 • 15:18 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DR Congo: Minister of Hydrocarbons denounces massive customs fraud of petroleum products

The Minister of Hydrocarbons in the Democratic Republic of Congo has raised alarms over massive customs fraud involving petroleum imports, resulting in significant losses for the state treasury.

Feb 12 • 11:15 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Nigeria: Court Convicts Two Chinese Nationals for Cyber-Terrorism, N3.4bn Fraud

A federal court in Lagos has convicted two Chinese nationals of cyber-terrorism and fraud involving 3.4 billion naira.

Feb 12 • 09:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Tuna with dye, surimi posing as crab, or tilapia for snapper: the UN estimates that there is fraud in one of every five fish

The UN estimates that about one in every five fish sold globally is misrepresented, raising concerns over biodiversity, health, and economic impacts according to a recent FAO report.

Feb 11 • 14:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Damage of 40 million zł. Former presidents of GetBack S.A. face another indictment

Two former presidents of GetBack S.A. and other key figures are facing charges related to fraudulent contracts that resulted in significant financial losses for the company.

Feb 10 • 12:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Škoda has increased significantly, attacks have increased. Cyberfrauds robbed Czechs of 2.13 billion last year

Cyber fraud cases in Czechia surged drastically last year, with victims losing a total of 2.13 billion Czech koruna to cybercriminals.

Feb 10 • 09:26 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Expanded Investigation by DORH: Director Sold Company Real Estate Below Market Price

The Varaždin County State Attorney's Office has expanded its investigation into a Croatian citizen suspected of economic fraud involving the sale of company real estate below market value.

Feb 5 • 20:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Anhanguera Newspaper 1st Edition Regions of Tuesday, February 3, 2026

The article covers various important news topics including the approval of salary increases for public servants, the arrest of the former president of Rioprevidência for fraud investigations, and other significant political and economic developments in Brazil.

Feb 3 • 21:36 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Seven people convicted of multi-million fraud

Seven individuals have been sentenced for financial crime after deceiving 41 people out of approximately 30 million kronor by falsely promoting non-existent real estate investments in Spain.

Feb 3 • 10:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Severe punishment for the fugitive head of the cooperative: Burnt documents found in his office

Branimir Babić, the former manager of the Agro-Kvalitet Vukovar Agricultural Cooperative, has been sentenced to five years in prison for economic fraud after being a fugitive for 20 years.

Feb 2 • 09:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Director defrauded company and state budget for tens of thousands of euros

Police have completed an investigation into a 47-year-old man suspected of committing multiple economic crimes that defrauded his company and the state budget.

Jan 8 • 14:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Princess of Asturias Foundation denounces fake social media profiles that 'usurp the identity' of Leonor to scam

The Princess of Asturias Foundation warns the public about fake social media profiles impersonating Leonor to commit fraud, clarifying that it does not have any economic assistance programs for individuals.

Jan 5 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Frauds that Made History - Pyramid Schemes and Economic Bubbles

The article explores the history of financial frauds, particularly focusing on pyramid schemes and economic bubbles from the 17th century in the Netherlands to recent instances.

Dec 28 • 10:54 UTC

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