Defense Criminal Investigative Service

J5 countries host "Cyber Challenge" focused on data mining and financial reporting

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
DEX, Challenge, Canada Revenue Agency, Intelligence, NASA International Space Apps Challenge, The Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Quebec, FINTRAC, Joint Chiefs of Staff, FIU, Tax, Private sector, HMRC, Organization, The Challenge, Crime, Defense Criminal Investigative Service, Non-fungible token, Law enforcement, Environment, Australian Taxation Office, IRS-CI, RCMP, COVID-19, Financial intelligence, Ecosystem, US Cyber Challenge, IRS Criminal Investigation, Charles Ponzi, J5, Revenue, AUSTRAC, Financial crime, CRA, FIOD, Cryptocurrency, Drug

This year's iteration of the Challenge focused on data mining and financial reporting relating to crypto-assets and technology enabled financial threats.

Key Points: 
  • This year's iteration of the Challenge focused on data mining and financial reporting relating to crypto-assets and technology enabled financial threats.
  • This is the first Challenge where Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) from each J5 country participated.
  • Collectively, the J5 member countries, FIUs, and blockchain analysis companies scoured their respective data holdings to identify the most promising cryptocurrency leads related to tax evasion and money laundering.
  • The J5 works together to gather information, share intelligence and conduct coordinated operations against transnational financial crimes.

Criminals taking advantage of Canada's outdated motor vehicle safety regulations causing a drastic increase in auto theft

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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The current theft prevention standards included in Canada's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations are outdated.

Key Points: 
  • The current theft prevention standards included in Canada's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations are outdated.
  • However, as vehicles have evolved to include new innovations and technology, these outdated regulations require modernization to include the latest anti-theft technologies as well.
  • "Criminals are now taking advantage of the outdated standards.
  • Canadians deserve protection from the organized crime syndicates who are behind this drastic increase in auto theft, and the reassurance in knowing that their vehicle is not at risk due to outdated standards."

SEC Charges Former Army Financial Counselor Who Defrauded Gold Star Family Members

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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According to the SEC’s complaint, Craffy, of Colts Neck, New Jersey, was permitted to provide general financial education to service members’ families through his job as a U.S. Army financial counselor.

Key Points: 
  • According to the SEC’s complaint, Craffy, of Colts Neck, New Jersey, was permitted to provide general financial education to service members’ families through his job as a U.S. Army financial counselor.
  • The SEC is seeking permanent injunctions, disgorgement of allegedly ill-gotten gains, plus interest, and civil penalties.
  • The SEC appreciates the assistance of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Army Criminal Investigation Division, Defense Criminal Investigative Service, FBI, and Homeland Security Investigations.
  • The SEC's Office of Investor Education and Advocacy has information to help service members and their families make informed saving and investing decisions and avoid common scams.

VEHICLE THEFT REACHES A CRISIS LEVEL AS CANADA BECOMES A SOURCE NATION FOR ILLEGAL TRADE

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Defense Criminal Investigative Service, Theft, Crime, Risk, History, Sale, Cryptocurrency, Drug

TORONTO, June 6, 2023 /CNW/ Today, Équité Association released its 2022 Vehicle Theft Trend Report, and the numbers are staggering.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 6, 2023 /CNW/ Today, Équité Association released its 2022 Vehicle Theft Trend Report, and the numbers are staggering.
  • Illegal profit margins are very high and the risk of prosecution is considerably low.
  • "There is no doubt that vehicle theft has reached a national crisis in this country," said Terri O'Brien, President & CEO of Équité Association.
  • These crimes hurt our communities, and puts Canada in the spotlight internationally as a source country for illegal trade."

Guidehouse Announces Organizational Updates in 2023

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Thursday, December 22, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, today announces organizational updates moving into the New Year.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, today announces organizational updates moving into the New Year.
  • The changes, effective as of January 1, 2023, signify the strategic steps Guidehouse is taking in the company's evolution.
  • "As we move into 2023, these changes will enhance our capabilities to address clients' complex issues, promote quality, and create opportunities for our people."
  • Our new dedicated FFI business will serve clients across all Guidehouse segments and will be led by Ellen Zimiles, previously Guidehouse FS segment lead.

Berg & Androphy: U.S. Department of Defense Honors Joel M. Androphy

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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Presented by the U.S. Department of Defense's Office of the Inspector General and the DCIS, the award honors Androphy's "dedication, teamwork, and professionalism in support of the common interests of the Department of Defense and the nation."

Key Points: 
  • Presented by the U.S. Department of Defense's Office of the Inspector General and the DCIS, the award honors Androphy's "dedication, teamwork, and professionalism in support of the common interests of the Department of Defense and the nation."
  • According to the award citation to Androphy, "Your efforts, expertise and tenacity were instrumental in protecting America's warfighters."
  • Along with our outstanding team at Berg & Androphy, I am proud of our record in helping fight government contracting fraud, waste and abuse."
  • Berg & Androphy co-founder David Berg said, "We understand that Joel's award is unprecedented for a lawyer in the qui tam practice area.

Luis Hernandez, Strategic New Hire, Unique Forensic Technology Products and Services

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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PUNTA GORDA, Fla., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cambridge Federal, Cambridge Forensics (dba) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Luis Hernandez as the Managing Partner and Director of the Supply Chain Division for Cambridge Forensics. Cambridge Forensics has recently launched it's new forensic tracing and coding line from the SmartWater Group for Supply Chains to it's list of products; Mr. Hernandez will be the resident expert on solutions for all things Supply Chain – welcome to the team!

Key Points: 
  • Cambridge Federal is committed to fostering economic development and career opportunities for the surrounding community.
  • Luis Hernandez has been a Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS) Special Agent, and Program Manager Counterproliferation investigations.
  • Cambridge Forensics is headquartered in Punta Gorda, Florida, and has created a research and development lab investigating unique solutions leveraging the SmartWater Group unique forensic coded products and services for Supply Chain, Law Enforcement, and Medical Contagious Disease Training (CDT) initiatives.
  • Luis Hernandez (Supply Chain Director) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-hernandez-39526963
    Kelli Clark (Office Manager) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kelli-clark-41091697

Berg & Androphy: DynCorp International, LLC and Damco U.S.A., Inc. Pay $25.4M to End False Claims Act Suit Alleging Fraud Related to Military Contract

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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The settlement resolves a lawsuit against the companies filed in 2014 by two former employees of DynCorp on behalf of the federal government.

Key Points: 
  • The settlement resolves a lawsuit against the companies filed in 2014 by two former employees of DynCorp on behalf of the federal government.
  • The settlement is neither an admission of liability by DynCorp or Damco nor a concession by the relators that their claims were not well founded.
  • Also notable, the Defense Contract Management Agency and the Defense Contract Audit Agency provided extensive assistance during the case's investigative stage and throughout the litigation.
  • v. DynCorp International, LLC, et al., case number 1:14-cv-00086, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.

The Claro Group Bolsters Disputes & Investigations Practice with Team of Healthcare Experts

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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The Claro Group (Claro), a financial advisory and management consulting firm, has added a select team of healthcare industry experts to its growing Disputes & Investigations practice.

Key Points: 
  • The Claro Group (Claro), a financial advisory and management consulting firm, has added a select team of healthcare industry experts to its growing Disputes & Investigations practice.
  • Ms. Scotts specialties include: healthcare operations, forensic analytics, litigation support, provider / payer reimbursement disputes, internal audit, regulatory compliance, investigations, monitorships, and related government mandated claims and transactional reviews.
  • Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Ms. Scott is a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and a Certified Healthcare Internal Audit Professional (CHIAP).
  • Prior to joining Claro, Ms. Scott held senior positions at, among others, B. Riley Advisory Services, Change Healthcare, and Sinaiko Healthcare Consulting.

Vaudra International Achieves WBENC-Certified WBE and SBA WOSB Status

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022
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HUNTERSVILLE, N.C., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- When CEO, Tamara Rabenold, acquired 100% ownership of Vaudra International in January 2021, it transformed into one of a few women-owned investigation firms. A Fortune 100 client encouraged her to consider pursuing certification as a woman-owned business enterprise through the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the preferred certification of more than 1,000 corporations with supplier diversity initiatives. After investigating further, in July 2021, Rabenold decided to pursue two certifications, the WBENC-Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) from the Small Business Administration.

Key Points: 
  • After investigating further, in July 2021, Rabenold decided to pursue two certifications, the WBENC-Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) from the Small Business Administration.
  • In celebration of World Intellectual Property Day, April 26th, Vaudra International announces achieving recognition as a WBENC-Certified WBE and SBA-Certified WOSB.
  • Under Rabenold's leadership in 2021, Vaudra realized the addition of 50 new clients representing a 163% increase over 2020.
  • Of the 90 WBENC-Certified WBE firms within this classification, Vaudra is the only firm strictly specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) investigations and brand protection services.