Fraud
Pension freedoms fraud a major concern for over-55s
One in three people over the age of 55 say the risk of being defrauded is a major concern following the introduction of the pension freedoms in April 2015, according to research from Prudential.
Asset manager targeted in criminal investigation
The City of London Police has appealed for information following allegations that the management and staff of Kingsbridge Asset Management, including financial advisers, conspired to defraud a large number of clients.
Alternatives | 13 Apr 18
Famous names being used in cryptocurrency scams
The UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime has warned the public about the growing number of criminals using the reputations of prominent people linked to business and finance in cryptocurrency scams.
United Kingdom | 23 Mar 18
Offshore ‘Crook’s Bank’ developer facing £1m fine
A money launderer who developed an online service for criminals using bank accounts in Portugal, the Cape Verde Islands, Jersey, Cyprus, and Switzerland has been ordered to pay £1m.
Tax & Regulation | 21 Mar 18
Another Real Madrid star faces jail term over tax fraud
Former Real Madrid star Xabi Alonso is facing a possible five-year jail term after Spanish authorities accused him of tax fraud.