State Security Investigations Service

Represented by The Campos Firm, Roberto Antonio Garay Saravia, a Former U.S.-Trained Salvadoran Special Forces Colonel, Has Been Exonerated

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Additionally, Garay Saravia was accused of willful misrepresentation on his application to enter the United States as a Permanent Resident.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, Garay Saravia was accused of willful misrepresentation on his application to enter the United States as a Permanent Resident.
  • The judgement officially exonerates Garay Saravia and, as a result, permits him to reside in the United States rather than face deportation.
  • “Today, we are pleased to announce that Roberto Antonio Garay Saravia has been vindicated of all charges brought against him by the United States Government,” stated Jose Campos, Esq., Managing Attorney, The Campos Firm.
  • In this case, the exoneration of Roberto Antonio Garay Saravia demonstrates the commitment to justice and fairness that underpins the values of the United States.

ACAMS The Assembly Las Vegas Brings Together More than 130 Experts to Fight Crypto Crime, Money Laundering, Sanctions Evasion, and the Abuse of AI

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Monday, August 28, 2023

WASHINGTON, August 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACAMS, a leading membership organization dedicated to supporting anti-financial crime (AFC) professionals around the world, is pleased to announce that its flagship Las Vegas conference is back and bigger than ever. Beginning on October 2nd, attendees of The Assembly Las Vegas conference will hear AFC guidance on the most urgent financial-crime threats and challenges facing the private sector today, including a deep dive into the compliance obligations raised by ransomware attacks, case studies on recent large-scale healthcare and crypto frauds, and a look at the evolving sanctions risks related to the international expansion of Russia's paramilitary unit The Wagner Group.

Key Points: 
  • The Assembly Las Vegas is more than a unique three-day event designed to educate and upskill participants engaged in AFC work.
  • This year, we will also be presenting Lifetime Achievement awards to three pioneers of the AFC sector."
  • Whether they're attending in-person or virtually, participants will be able to view panels in real-time or watch on-demand content that will be made available for 90 days following the conference.
  • The complete program for The Assembly Las Vegas can be found here .

Alcatraz AI Welcomes Steve K. Francis to Advisory Board, Strengthening Commitment to Government Sector

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

CUPERTINO, Calif., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alcatraz AI, a global leader in autonomous access control solutions, today announced the addition of Steve K. Francis to its advisory board. This alliance marks a significant step forward for Alcatraz AI's commitment to serving government agencies worldwide with ultra secure access control technology. With his extensive experience in Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and a distinguished career combating transnational organized crime, Francis brings invaluable expertise to guide Alcatraz AI's endeavors in the government sector.

Key Points: 
  • Alcatraz AI Welcomes Steve K. Francis to Advisory Board, Strengthening Commitment to Government Sector
    CUPERTINO, Calif., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alcatraz AI, a global leader in autonomous access control solutions, today announced the addition of Steve K. Francis to its advisory board.
  • This alliance marks a significant step forward for Alcatraz AI's commitment to serving government agencies worldwide with ultra secure access control technology.
  • "We are honored to have Steve join our advisory board,' said Tina D'Agostin, CEO of Alcatraz AI.
  • "Joining Alcatraz AI's advisory board is an exciting opportunity for me to leverage my expertise in law enforcement and government agencies to drive the advancement of facial authentication technology in the government sector," said Steve Francis.

TXOne Networks Booms as Companies Globally Prioritize Protecting ICS, Operations and Revenues

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Prior to joining TXOne Networks, he held various leadership positions at AWS, EMC Corporation and IBM Corporation.

Key Points: 
  • Prior to joining TXOne Networks, he held various leadership positions at AWS, EMC Corporation and IBM Corporation.
  • Both Purdy and Van Natter joined TXOne Networks during 2022, amid a remarkable, ongoing period of growth for the company.
  • TXOne Networks continued throughout the rest of the year to ramp up staffing at an even faster rate than anticipated.
  • TXOne Networks offers both network-based and endpoint-based products to secure the OT network and mission-critical devices in a real-time, defense-in-depth manner.

TXOne Networks Captures 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards in Network Security, ICS/SCADA and Security Investigation

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

EINDHOVEN, Netherlands and TAIPEI,Taiwan, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- - Picture is available at AP Images (http://www.apimages.com) –

Key Points: 
  • EdgeIPS and Portable Inspector solutions earn Gold Awards in three categories in Cybersecurity Insiders' popular, worldwide awards program
    TXOne Networks , the leader of industrial cybersecurity, announced that it has been named Gold Award winners in three 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards categories .
  • EdgeIPS won in Network Security and ICS/SCADA (industrial control system/supervisory control and data acquisition); Portable Inspector, in Security Investigation.
  • The globally recognized Cybersecurity Excellence Awards program honors companies, products and professionals that demonstrate excellence, innovation and leadership in information security.
  • "Earning three 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards is a great honor and testifies to the close dialogue and trust that exist among our customers, employees and partners," said Terence Liu, chief executive officer of TXOne Networks.

TXOne Networks Captures 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards in Network Security, ICS/SCADA and Security Investigation

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 13, 2023

 EINDHOVEN, Netherlands and TAIPEI, Taiwan , April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- - Picture is available at AP Images (http://www.apimages.com) –

Key Points: 
  • EdgeIPS and Portable Inspector solutions earn Gold Awards in three categories in Cybersecurity Insiders' popular, worldwide awards program
    TXOne Networks , the leader of industrial cybersecurity, announced that it has been named Gold Award winners in three 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards categories .
  • EdgeIPS won in Network Security and ICS/SCADA (industrial control system/supervisory control and data acquisition); Portable Inspector, in Security Investigation.
  • The globally recognized Cybersecurity Excellence Awards program honors companies, products and professionals that demonstrate excellence, innovation and leadership in information security.
  • "Earning three 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards is a great honor and testifies to the close dialogue and trust that exist among our customers, employees and partners," said Terence Liu, chief executive officer of TXOne Networks.

Bigger and Better, ACAMS Hollywood Conference Sets Sights on Illicit Finance, Sanctions, and Compliance Risk

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Monday, April 3, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACAMS, a leading global membership organization dedicated to ending illicit finance, is expanding its renowned flagship Hollywood conference with more than 100 expert speakers and new tracks on sanctions and risk management.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, DC, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACAMS, a leading global membership organization dedicated to ending illicit finance, is expanding its renowned flagship Hollywood conference with more than 100 expert speakers and new tracks on sanctions and risk management.
  • In a first for ACAMS, AFC professionals will also hear directly from the heads of the Financial Intelligence Units of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and the Netherlands.
  • “This year’s ACAMS Hollywood Conference is bigger and better because we recognize that the role of AFC professionals has never been more important in making the world a safer place,” said ACAMS CEO Scott Liles.
  • “Most importantly, they’ll come away better prepared to safeguard their institutions and save lives.”
    Find out more about the ACAMS Hollywood Conference, including how to register, here .

TXOne Networks Captures 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards in Network Security, ICS/SCADA and Security Investigation

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 11, 2023

TAIPEI, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TXOne Networks, the leader of industrial cybersecurity, announced that it has been named Gold Award winners in three 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards categories. EdgeIPS won in Network Security and ICS/SCADA (industrial control system/supervisory control and data acquisition); Portable Inspector, in Security Investigation.

Key Points: 
  • EdgeIPS and Portable Inspector solutions earn Gold Awards in three categories in Cybersecurity Insiders' popular, worldwide awards program
    TAIPEI, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TXOne Networks , the leader of industrial cybersecurity, announced that it has been named Gold Award winners in three 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards categories .
  • EdgeIPS won in Network Security and ICS/SCADA (industrial control system/supervisory control and data acquisition); Portable Inspector, in Security Investigation.
  • The globally recognized Cybersecurity Excellence Awards program honors companies, products and professionals that demonstrate excellence, innovation and leadership in information security.
  • "Earning three 2023 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards is a great honor and testifies to the close dialogue and trust that exist among our customers, employees and partners," said Terence Liu, chief executive officer of TXOne Networks.

ACAMS Law Enforcement Seminar Spotlights Investigative Strategies for Financial-Crime Cases

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its efforts to support investigators on the frontlines of the fight against illicit finance, ACAMS will host a special two-day, fully virtual training event for its 2nd Annual Law Enforcement Anti-Financial Crime Seminar.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, DC, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its efforts to support investigators on the frontlines of the fight against illicit finance, ACAMS will host a special two-day, fully virtual training event for its 2nd Annual Law Enforcement Anti-Financial Crime Seminar.
  • Beginning on March 28th, attendees will learn investigative strategies from high-level representatives of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), U.S.
  • Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI), U.S. Secret Service (USSS), and other organizations and offices from across the United States.
  • “In the global battle against illicit finance, there is no community more important than the men and women in law enforcement who use financial intelligence to dismantle criminal networks,” said ACAMS CEO Scott Liles.

SEC Charges Four Individuals in Crypto Pyramid Scheme that Targeted Spanish-Speaking Communities

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

These memberships purportedly gave investors an interest in profits from Forcount’s supposed crypto asset trading and mining operations.

Key Points: 
  • These memberships purportedly gave investors an interest in profits from Forcount’s supposed crypto asset trading and mining operations.
  • Investors could also participate in Forcount’s referral program, which, as the complaint alleges, incentivized recruiting new victims.
  • In a parallel action, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York today announced criminal charges against Da Silva and Tacuri.
  • The SEC’s ongoing investigation is being conducted by Shannon Keyes and Christopher Mele of the SEC’s New York Regional Office.