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Two Ways to Think About Fraud
In fraud prevention, we often talk about behaviors, policies, tools, and outcomes. But beneath all of that, there are two foundational ways of thinking — two mental models that shape how decisions are made. They’re not official. You won’t find them listed in a manual. But they guide choices every day, whether consciously or not.…
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Rug Pull Scam: How It Works in Crypto, Stocks, and Other Markets
The rug pull scam is one of the most notorious financial frauds, commonly associated with cryptocurrency, but its mechanics extend far beyond digital assets. This deceptive tactic has also been used in stock markets, crowdfunding, NFTs, and even traditional businesses. The key to its effectiveness lies in creating hype, attracting investors, and then abandoning the project while pocketing the funds.…
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Javier Milei and the LIBRA Cryptocurrency Scandal: Between Financial Freedom and Fraud
Argentine President Javier Milei has built his political brand on radical libertarianism, an unwavering belief in free-market capitalism, and an outright rejection of state intervention. His fiery rhetoric against the political elite and his commitment to economic deregulation have turned his administration into an unprecedented experiment in Latin America. However, his obsession with privatization and his admiration for extreme libertarian ideals led him to…