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Dutch ‘money mule’ arrested for links to cybercrime syndicate stealing from Australian bank accounts – 25 January 2021
The Australian Federal Police has arrested a 22-year-old Dutch national in Queensland for his alleged role in a money mule network, suspected of laundering more than $3.5m stolen from Australian bank accounts. It is believed that malware, was used to steal bank account details to extract funds from victims. The syndicate then uses the money mule network to transfer the stolen funds offshore.
‘Australia’s largest energy class action’ filed against Queensland power companies accused of driving up prices illegally – 21 January 2021
47,000 Queenslanders have signed up to the Piper Alderman class action. The law firm alleges two of the state’s biggest power companies artificially created a lack of supply to drive up electricity prices.
ASIC chairman James Shipton to stand down – 29 January 2021
The chair of Australia’s corporate regulator has been cleared of misconduct after an expenses investigation, but will still resign. James Shipton went on paid leave after standing down when it was revealed taxpayers paid for his personal tax advice.
https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/7105287/asic-chairman-james-shipton-to-stand-down/?cs=14264
Police believe Melissa Caddick still alive as investigation into her disappearance continues – 19 January 2021
Investigators believe Sydney woman Melissa Caddick is still alive, more than two months after she vanished from her eastern suburbs home without a trace. ASIC is currently running an investigation into potential Superannuation fraud.
