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Witness K: Government whistleblower trial to remain secret, court rules – 28 June 2020
Former ACT Attorney-General Bernard Collaery and his former client, are charged with revealing that the Australian government engaged in the crime of bugging Timor Leste’s government building in 2004, to dishonestly obtain a financial advantage in crucial oil and gas negotiations.
The decision to keep the trial secret from the public raises serious concerns about the state of Australia’s democracy – both in terms of accountability and transparency.
‘The money’s gone’: Wirecard collapses owing $5.8 billion – 26 June 2020
Wirecard has collapsed owing creditors almost $5.8 billion, after disclosing a gaping hole in its books. Auditor’s EY said it was the result of a sophisticated global fraud involving parties across the world.
https://www.businessinsider.com.au/philippines-wirecard-2-billion-lawyer-framed-2020-6
Five charged as part of ongoing investigations into $4.7 million business email compromise scam – 25 June 2020
NSW Police have charged five men as part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged $4.7 million business email compromise scam. Altered invoices had been sent to legitimate businesses for payment, before the funds were transferred into personal accounts.
Younger Australians being targeted by cyber criminals in tax time scams – 25 June 2020
Cyber criminals are targeting young Australians in scams and playing on their eagerness for a tax refund after the economic pressures of the coronavirus crisis.
