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Alaska Department of Law Selects NICE Justice for Statewide Digital Transformation of Criminal Justice

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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NICE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that the Alaska Department of Law will be deploying NICE Justice , one of the AI-powered solutions in NICE’s Evidencentral platform, to streamline the criminal justice process.

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  • NICE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that the Alaska Department of Law will be deploying NICE Justice , one of the AI-powered solutions in NICE’s Evidencentral platform, to streamline the criminal justice process.
  • Through the use of NICE Justice, the Criminal Division of the Alaska Department of Law will streamline and standardize how digital evidence is captured, analyzed, stored, shared and managed, across 13 Criminal Division offices.
  • The Alaska Department of Law Criminal Division receives 26,000 case referrals annually and handles all criminal prosecutions for the state of Alaska.
  • We’re excited to partner with the Alaska Department of Law on this statewide digital transformation of criminal justice.”
    Alaska Department of Law Criminal Division Director Angie Kemp said, “Our overarching goal here at the Criminal Division is the fair administration of justice.

Nardello & Co. Continues Expansion With Addition of LA-based Cybersecurity Expert James M. Aquilina to Advisory Board

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that James M. Aquilina has joined its Advisory Board .

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  • Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that James M. Aquilina has joined its Advisory Board .
  • Aquilina is an accomplished business leader and strategic advisor, a renowned cybersecurity expert and digital investigator, a regular speaker and commentator, and a published author.
  • He currently serves on the boards of various health care, cybersecurity, and film technology organizations.
  • “It’s a privilege to join Nardello after being impressed by their integrity and outstanding talent for many years,” said Aquilina.

Albemarle Corp. to Pay SEC More Than $103 Million to Settle FCPA Violations

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Friday, September 29, 2023
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Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - September 29, 2023) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Charlotte-based Albemarle Corporation, a global specialty chemicals company, agreed to pay more than $103.6 million to settle the SEC’s charges that it violated the anti-bribery, recordkeeping, and internal accounting controls provisions of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).

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  • Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - September 29, 2023) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Charlotte-based Albemarle Corporation, a global specialty chemicals company, agreed to pay more than $103.6 million to settle the SEC’s charges that it violated the anti-bribery, recordkeeping, and internal accounting controls provisions of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
  • Albemarle has agreed to cease and desist from committing or causing any future violations of these provisions and to pay disgorgement of more than $81.8 million plus prejudgment interest of more than $21.7 million, totaling over $103.6 million.
  • In a parallel action, the U.S. Department of Justice announced today it has entered into a non-prosecution agreement in which Albemarle agreed to pay a $99 million criminal fine and to a forfeiture of approximately $98 million, of which $81.8 million will be satisfied by the company’s payment of disgorgement pursuant to the SEC Order.
  • The SEC’s investigation was conducted by Christine Neal, M. Shahriar Masud, and Brittany Prelogar of the SEC’s FCPA Unit, with assistance from Fernando Campoamor.

Bertone Piccini LLP, a New Jersey Law Firm, Expands Team with Two New Associates

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bertone Piccini LLP, a Hasbrouck Heights, N.J., law firm, announced today that Jordyn Michaels and Brooke Hodgins join as associates to support the firm's expanding clientele of businesses, non-profit organizations, publicly traded corporations, commercial real estate clients and individuals.

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  • "We are excited to welcome Jordyn and Brooke to our growing team of attorneys," said founding partner Jeremy Piccini.
  • "We are excited to welcome Jordyn and Brooke to our growing team of attorneys," said founding partner Jeremy Piccini.
  • "They will help support the firm's growing roster of clients, and we look forward to their valuable contributions to our continued success."
  • "I'm thrilled to join the exceptional team at Bertone Piccini LLP," said Hodgins.

Dollar Tree, Inc. Names Jonathan Leiken Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) today announced an addition to its executive leadership team, with Jonathan Leiken joining the organization as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary.

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  • Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) today announced an addition to its executive leadership team, with Jonathan Leiken joining the organization as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary.
  • Mr. Leiken has more than 20 years of legal experience, and he most recently served as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary of Diebold Nixdorf, Inc., a global technology company that provides systems, services and software to the world’s leading banks (ATMs) and retailers (point of sale and self-checkout).
  • from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Brandeis University.
  • Among many civic endeavors, Mr. Leiken is the president of The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland and teaches as an adjunct professor of law at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

SBA Releases Interim Guidance to 8(a) Program Participants in Light of Lower Court Ruling

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration released interim guidance regarding the 8(a) Business Development Program in light of a United States District Court ruling in Ultima Servs.

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  • Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration released interim guidance regarding the 8(a) Business Development Program in light of a United States District Court ruling in Ultima Servs.
  • The updated interim guidance for 8(a) Program participants and applicants can be found on the SBA’s website here .
  • The 8(a) program enjoys broad bipartisan support, with Congress directing the SBA to continue the program countless times across at least eight different presidential administrations.
  • The Court’s ruling also scheduled a hearing on August 31, 2023, after which the SBA may issue updated guidance as necessary.

New Keynote Speakers and Agenda Announced for 2023 BSA/AML Gaming Conference

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The BSA-AML Compliance Group is thrilled to announce new keynote presenters and government experts for the Annual BSA/AML Gaming Conference at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on September 12—14, 2023.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The BSA-AML Compliance Group is thrilled to announce new keynote presenters and government experts for the Annual BSA/AML Gaming Conference at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on September 12—14, 2023.
  • Aaron Tapp, the Deputy Assistant Director for the Criminal Investigative Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation will deliver a keynote presentation at the conference.
  • Tapp oversees the FBI's investigations and prosecutions of a broad range of crimes, including public corruption, financial crimes, money laundering, and kleptocracy.
  • To register for the conference and view the agenda, please visit https://bsaamlgamingconference.com/register-today/
    Sponsorship opportunities for the conference are available; please message [email protected] .

Sterling Bancorp Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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(the “Bank”), today reported its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.

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  • (the “Bank”), today reported its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.
  • Net recoveries during the second quarter of 2023 were $(0.4) million compared to net charge offs of $6.4 million in the first quarter of 2023.
  • Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin – Net interest income for the second quarter of 2023 was $16.2 million compared to $17.7 million for the first quarter of 2023 and $19.5 million for the second quarter of 2022.
  • The net interest margin of 2.64% for the second quarter of 2023 decreased from the net interest margin of 2.93% for the first quarter of 2023 and decreased from the net interest margin of 2.95% for the second quarter of 2022.

Sterling Bancorp, Inc. Plea Agreement with DOJ Receives Final Court Approval

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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Sterling Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBT) (the “Company”), the holding company of Sterling Bank and Trust, F.S.B.

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  • Sterling Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBT) (the “Company”), the holding company of Sterling Bank and Trust, F.S.B.
  • (the “Bank”), today announced that the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan approved the Plea Agreement previously entered into by the Company with the U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division, Fraud Section (the “DOJ”).
  • The restitution amount will be administered by a special master to be appointed by the court.
  • The Company and the DOJ entered into the Plea Agreement on March 15, 2023, resolving the DOJ’s investigation focused on the Bank’s Advantage Loan Program and related issues.

SENTINEL RESOURCE GROUP TAPS FORMER PROSECUTOR AND SAN JOSE POLICE INTELLIGENCE CENTER LEADER AS FIRST LEGAL CHIEF

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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SAN JOSE, Calif., July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sentinel Resource Group (SRG) announces the strategic hire of Frank Carrubba as its first Chief Legal Officer.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sentinel Resource Group (SRG) announces the strategic hire of Frank Carrubba as its first Chief Legal Officer.
  • Carrubba, an accomplished legal and intelligence professional, recently led the San Jose Police Criminal Data Intelligence Center, established by now Dallas Chief of Police Eddie Garcia.
  • Known for his innovation in shaping law enforcement intelligence capabilities, Carrubba has a proven record in the design, development, and optimization of intelligence fusion centers.
  • Before this, Carrubba enjoyed a 25-year career as a prosecutor with the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office.