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UK SFO launches investigation into Rockfire Investment Finance over alleged multimillion-pound fraud involving £100M+ in solar farm investments by the collapsed Thurrock Council
The SFO is actively pursuing evidence and has issued Section 2 notices to financial institutions, compelling them to provide information critical to uncovering the scope of the suspected fraud, tracing the movement of funds, and identifying those responsible. This investigation highlights ongoing risks linked to local authority investments in complex financial products and the growing regulatory focus on protecting public funds…
VOLKOV discusses the US DoJ’s new corporate enforcement program in podcast
With each new Administration comes a new approach or emphasis on certain enforcement priorities. The Trump Administration is marking its territory and doing so to underscore its priorities.
EU Drugs Agency summarises key activities in 2024, including release of flagship reports, training of over 1,700 professionals, the expansion of early warning systems, and development of key international partnerships
The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) was officially established on 2 July 2024, succeeding the EMCDDA, shifting from monitoring to active preparedness on drug-related health, security, and business challenges.
GRECO urges Liechtenstein to tighten integrity rules for top officials and police, boost transparency, and curb royal influence over corruption cases
In its latest evaluation report, GRECO calls on Liechtenstein to strengthen anti-corruption safeguards for top executive functions and the National Police, including through risk assessments, integrity checks, asset declarations, and dedicated codes of conduct. It also recommends enhancing transparency in government decision-making, revising the Prince’s powers over criminal proceedings, and improving whistleblower protections…
US DoJ’s guidance signals a tougher, business-focused crackdown on white-collar crime, prioritising on foreign bribery, whistleblower incentives, sanctions evasion, crypto misuse, and ML/TF
This approach prioritises the investigation and prosecution of corporate fraud, money laundering, sanctions violations, and other financial crimes that pose significant risks to the integrity of government programs, the stability of financial markets, and the safety of the American public. By streamlining enforcement efforts…
Australian Govt’s 2025 Fraud and Corruption Guide aims to strengthen public sector integrity by embedding fraud and corruption risk management in policy development for resilient, effective policies
The Guide introduces a comprehensive strategic framework aimed at equipping policy makers with practical tools to prevent and mitigate financial crime risks from the outset. By embedding fraud and corruption controls throughout the policy development lifecycle, the guide promotes a proactive and holistic approach that strengthens governance, accountability…
FCA bans former Credit Suisse VP from UK financial services over a US conviction for laundering kickbacks linked to corrupt Mozambique loans, citing lack of integrity
The ruling underscores the FCA’s zero-tolerance approach to individuals involved in serious financial crime, particularly where integrity is compromised. It reinforces the expectation that those working in UK financial services must uphold the highest standards of conduct and accountability…
US SEC charges former real estate CEO in $46m Ponzi-like scheme defrauding 200 investors through fake property interests and fund misuse
Mattson allegedly defrauded approximately 200 investors, including many retired senior citizens from his church community, by selling them fake interests in real estate investment limited partnerships. These fraudulent sales were not recorded in the legitimate ownership records, and investors did not receive actual ownership rights…
World Bank’s 2nd Symposium report highlights rising corruption risks in climate finance—fraud, greenwashing, and fund misallocation due to complexity, fragmentation, and weak governance
The symposium emphasized the critical role of supranational actors—intergovernmental organizations, international aid agencies, and private donors—in mitigating integrity risks and ensuring accountability in climate finance. Key recommendations include enhancing transparency, fostering coordinated anti-corruption efforts, and increasing civil society involvement to safeguard climate funds and ensure their effective use in combating climate change globally…
UNODC’s Illegal Gold Mining report reveals how organised crime, corruption, and weak regulations fuel illegal mining, conflict, and environmental harm, urging stronger laws and oversight
Governments must strengthen regulatory oversight, enforce environmental protections, and enhance traceability and due diligence for minerals. Coordinated international law enforcement and harmonised legal standards are critical to disrupting criminal networks exploiting the mining sector…
Environment Agency launches record 81 criminal probes into water companies as part of a historic crackdown on sewage dumping and illegal pollution
Backed by the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025, the Environment Agency is deploying unprecedented inspection powers and regulatory resources, with water company executives now facing potential prison sentences and multi-million pound fines for serious environmental offences.
OECD’s ‘Managing Public Procurement Risks in Romania’ report highlights efforts to improve risk management, strengthen integrity, and increase transparency across the procurement cycle
The report aims to support Romania in enhancing integrity and efficiency in public procurement through the application of risk management approaches. It provides an analysis of current challenges, evaluates existing practices, and offers targeted recommendations to mitigate risks throughout the procurement cycle…