What is occurring at the intersection of crime and technology?
Mapping online fraud in the United States makes the widespread nature of such crimes visible. Law enforcement agencies are making the necessary effort to catch up with developments in technology and the crimes those innovations facilitate. The Department of Justice has finally released its charging guidelines for computer crimes, and the SEC’s Data Analysis Team has been seeing some success with insider trading investigations. At the same time, it would probably be wise to maintain a healthy skepticism about the use of algorithms as predictors of crime.
Asterion’s staff of experienced certified fraud examiners have assisted with white collar crime investigations at the federal, state and local levels. If there is any possibility of fraud in one of your matters, consider contacting Asterion.
What happens if an investigation expands to include the auditor?
Two recent cases in the headlines have expanded to bring accountants into the crosshairs. In the ongoing Wells Fargo investigation, the federal government has begun examining whether KPMG, the bank’s auditors, has any accountability for the bank’s woes. Meanwhile, an SEC investigation into a failed life sciences venture capital fund has now been broadened to include the fund’s PWC auditor.
The experts at Asterion have experience with both plaintiff and defense analyses in cases involving financial irregularities and accountant malpractice. If you need an assessment of your client’s position, you may want to contact Asterion.
On the Lighter Side: Do you need new material for Election night conversations?
Check out this interactive map for details from every U.S. election from 1789 to 2012. You’ll be able to answer questions like How many times a Clinton has been on the Presidential ballot? (hint: look back further than 1992); or Which candidate received the least amount of Electoral College votes?
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