Counter-terrorism

Gainey McKenna & Egleston Announces A Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Silvergate Capital Corporation (SI)

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Friday, January 20, 2023

The Complaint alleges that as a federally regulated banking institution, Silvergate is subject to a wide variety of federal regulations, including anti-terrorism and anti-money laundering.

Key Points: 
  • The Complaint alleges that as a federally regulated banking institution, Silvergate is subject to a wide variety of federal regulations, including anti-terrorism and anti-money laundering.
  • The Complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Silvergate repeatedly emphasized its “strong regulatory compliance program”—including its anti-money laundering policies and KYC procedures—as a foundation for its growth.
  • If you wish to discuss your rights or interests regarding this class action, please contact Thomas J. McKenna, Esq.
  • of Gainey McKenna & Egleston at (212) 983-1300, or via e-mail at [email protected] or [email protected] .

CGTN:China to step up cooperation with Arab states under BRI, GDI, GSI

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Saturday, December 10, 2022

In his talks with leaders of Arab states, Xi has constantly emphasized the vital importance of sovereignty and territorial integrity, economic development and international cooperation.

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  • In his talks with leaders of Arab states, Xi has constantly emphasized the vital importance of sovereignty and territorial integrity, economic development and international cooperation.
  • In his meetings with over ten political leaders of Arab states, including Palestine, Egypt, Sudan, Kuwait, Tunisia, Iraq, Xi said China sees Arab states as important forces in the multipolar world and attaches great importance to developing strategic partnerships with them.
  • During his meetings with Arab states' leaders, Xi pledged that China would continue to cooperate with its Arab counterparts in fields including anti-terrorism and poverty eradication.
  • China would also like to enhance medical and health cooperation, and promote the Chinese language education in Bahrain, Xi said.

CGTN:China to step up cooperation with Arab states under BRI, GDI, GSI

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Saturday, December 10, 2022

In his talks with leaders of Arab states, Xi has constantly emphasized the vital importance of sovereignty and territorial integrity, economic development and international cooperation.

Key Points: 
  • In his talks with leaders of Arab states, Xi has constantly emphasized the vital importance of sovereignty and territorial integrity, economic development and international cooperation.
  • In his meetings with over ten political leaders of Arab states, including Palestine, Egypt, Sudan, Kuwait, Tunisia, Iraq, Xi said China sees Arab states as important forces in the multipolar world and attaches great importance to developing strategic partnerships with them.
  • During his meetings with Arab states' leaders, Xi pledged that China would continue to cooperate with its Arab counterparts in fields including anti-terrorism and poverty eradication.
  • China would also like to enhance medical and health cooperation, and promote the Chinese language education in Bahrain, Xi said.

Retired NSA Director of Operations Jon Darby Joins Intelligent Artifacts Advisory Board

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligent Artifacts announced today the addition of former NSA Director of Operations Jon Darby to their growing advisory board. Mr. Darby brings nearly 40 years of experience in the U.S. Intelligence Community and expertise in analysis, operations, and cybersecurity.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligent Artifacts announced today the addition of former NSA Director of Operations Jon Darby to their growing advisory board.
  • Mr. Darby brings nearly 40 years of experience in the U.S. Intelligence Community and expertise in analysis, operations, and cybersecurity.
  • From there, he served in various field and operations management positions, culminating in his role as Director of Operations.
  • When asked about his decision to join Intelligent Artifacts' advisory board, Jon Darby had this to say: "I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with the IA team for a demonstration of their technology.

Euronet Amends and Extends its Unsecured Revolving Credit Facility

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

LEAWOOD, Kan., Oct. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading global electronic payments provider and distributor, today announced the Company has amended its unsecured revolving credit facility to increase the facility from $1.030 billion to $1.250 billion.

Key Points: 
  • LEAWOOD, Kan., Oct. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading global electronic payments provider and distributor, today announced the Company has amended its unsecured revolving credit facility to increase the facility from $1.030 billion to $1.250 billion.
  • The amended credit facility transitions the benchmark interest rate from LIBOR to the recommended replacement benchmark for each applicable currency.
  • The facility contains a $250 million sublimit for the issuance of letters of credit (with $150 million committed), a $75 million sublimit for U.S. dollar swingline loans and a $75 million sublimit for swingline loans made in Euro or British pounds.
  • All other terms remain substantially the same as the existing credit facility.

Euronet Worldwide Reports Year-over-Year Double Digit Revenue and Operating Income Growth Supported by Strong Results From All Three Segments

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Friday, October 21, 2022

LEAWOOD, Kan., Oct. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (Euronet or the Company) (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading electronic payments provider, reportsthirdquarter2022financial results.

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  • LEAWOOD, Kan., Oct. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (Euronet or the Company) (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading electronic payments provider, reportsthirdquarter2022financial results.
  • "Despite challenging macroeconomic trends throughout the year, we have continued to see the resiliencyof all three of our business segments.
  • Euronet Worldwide will host an analyst conference call on October 21,2022, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss these results.
  • With corporate headquarters in Leawood, Kansas, USA, and 66 worldwide offices, Euronet serves clients in approximately 200 countries and territories.

Global Times: Xi's visit to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan set to chart new blueprint for bilateral ties

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

She said those visits will provide a new blueprint, new goals and new impetus for China's ties with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

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  • She said those visits will provide a new blueprint, new goals and new impetus for China's ties with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
  • China and Uzbekistan are also working toward the goal of reaching $10 billion in annual bilateral trade, according to Chinese Ambassador to Uzbekistan Jiang Yan.
  • Yang noted that Beijing's ties with Nur-Sultan and Tashkent set paragons of cooperation within SCO members, as well as China's collaboration with Central Asian countries.
  • Experts also believe that the friendly ties between China, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan represent a successful model between China's ties with Central Asian countries.

SWEDISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS GIANT LM ERICSSON AND ITS U.S. DIVISION ERICSSON INC. SUED BY 528 AMERICANS FOR ALLEGED PROTECTION MONEY PAYMENTS TO AL-QAEDA, AL-QAEDA-IN-IRAQ, AND ISLAMIC STATE

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Friday, August 5, 2022

filed Aug. 5, 2022) follows an exhaustive investigation by the Washington, D.C.-based law firm Sparacino PLLC after Ericsson's Iraq disclosures in 2022.

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  • filed Aug. 5, 2022) follows an exhaustive investigation by the Washington, D.C.-based law firm Sparacino PLLC after Ericsson's Iraq disclosures in 2022.
  • Plaintiffs are 528 Americans, comprised of 165 Gold Star families and numerous former hostages, families of hostages, and severely injured service members.
  • Indeed, Plaintiffs say that Ericsson explicitly chose illegal options over legal alternatives while knowing that their money was flowing to terrorists.
  • For example, when Ericsson was presented with a 'Speedway' (unlawful) and a 'legal way' (lawful), Plaintiffs allege Ericsson chose the low road.

Euronet Worldwide Reports a 236% Year-over-Year Increase in Operating Income

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

LEAWOOD, Kan., July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet Worldwide, Inc. ("Euronet" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading electronic payments provider, reportssecondquarter2022financial results.

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  • LEAWOOD, Kan., July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet Worldwide, Inc. ("Euronet" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading electronic payments provider, reportssecondquarter2022financial results.
  • Euronet reports the following consolidated results for thesecond quarter2022compared with the same period of2021:
    Operating income of $101.1 million, a 236% increase from $30.1 million (279% increase on a constant currency basis).
  • Adjusted EBITDA2 of $147.2 million, a 97% increase from $74.7 million (119% increase on a constant currency basis).
  • With corporate headquarters in Leawood, Kansas, USA, and 66 worldwide offices, Euronet serves clients in approximately 190 countries and territories.

Triton International Announces Planned CFO Retirement and Transition Plan

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Mr. Burns will remain in his role until a successor is in place and following his retirement will serve in an advisory role to ensure a smooth transition.

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  • Mr. Burns will remain in his role until a successor is in place and following his retirement will serve in an advisory role to ensure a smooth transition.
  • Triton has engaged Korn Ferry to assist in its CFO search process.
  • We appreciate that John will remain in his position as we transition to a new CFO and that he has offered to continue as an advisor after our new CFO is in place.
  • These forward-looking statements include, among others, statements relating to Tritons business, future performance and the management transition discussed in this release.