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- [Tim Gallagher Discusses Suspicious Mail Threats and Screening with NBC News](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/tim-gallagher-discusses-suspicious-mail-threats-and-screening-with-nbc-news/): Less than three weeks before Election Day, congressional offices have received dozens of letters containing suspicious powder. Tim Gallagher, Managing Director, Chief Security Officer & Co-Lead for Physical Security & Threat Mitigation at Nardello & Co., discussed mail threats and public safety with NBC News. He cautioned, “the impact could be deadly, because the one
- [What the Tools Miss: Why Open-Source Research on Russia and the FSU Needs Human Expertise More Than Ever](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/what-the-tools-miss-why-open-source-research-on-russia-and-the-fsu-needs-human-expertise-more-than-ever/): AI-enabled platforms are making open-source data collection faster and faster. Speed, however, is not the same as accuracy – and this is especially true for Russia and the countries of the former Soviet Union (FSU). Recently, the open source research conversation has centered on automation: AI agents that can help plan investigations; platforms that resolve
- [Nardello & Co. Adds Veteran Forensic Accountant, CPA John Slavek](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-adds-veteran-forensic-accountant-cpa-john-slavek/): Global investigations and advisory firm Nardello & Co. announced today that John Slavek, a Certified Public Accountant with three decades of forensic accounting, financial investigations, and litigation support experience, has joined the firm's New York office as a Managing Director. Slavek is the latest prominent advisor to join Nardello & Co.’s Financial Investigations & Forensic
- [Nardello & Co. Welcomes Austin P. Berglas as Managing Director and Head of Cyber Operations](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-welcomes-austin-p-berglas-as-managing-director-and-head-of-cyber-operations/): Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce the arrival of Austin P. Berglas as Managing Director and head of Cyber Operations, based in New York. Berglas brings to the firm more than two decades of government experience, including as a special agent and head of the FBI New York's Cyber Branch, where
- [Determining Authenticity in the Era of Deepfakes](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/determining-authenticity-in-the-era-of-deepfakes/): As deepfakes become more advanced, cyberattacks are becoming more acute, creating new troubles for organizations. What once required sophisticated software and expert skills can now be accomplished with readily available AI tools. Cybercriminals can impersonate company executives, fool security systems, and manipulate employees into handing over money or data. A single convincing video call or
- [Near Miss: In Averting a Global Cyberattack, a Researcher Highlights Software Supply Chain Vulnerabilities](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/near-miss-in-averting-a-global-cyberattack-a-researcher-highlights-software-supply-chain-vulnerabilities/): Examine recent software supply chain vulnerability discovery and its implications. Learn lessons for protecting against potential global cyber threats.
- [Fake Identities, Real Losses: Why Crypto Disclosures Can’t Be Taken at Face Value](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/fake-identities-real-losses-why-crypto-disclosures-cant-be-taken-at-face-value/): With the cryptocurrency fraud landscape shifting from a documents problem to an identity problem, it has become increasingly evident that the Know Your Customer packet that once anchored an exchange’s onboarding file is only as reliable as the identity behind it, and that foundation is eroding fast. Entrust found that digital forgeries made up 57%
- [Nardello & Co.’s Multidisciplinary Analysis Helps Prove Fraud on the Court](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/nardello-co-s-multidisciplinary-analysis-helps-prove-fraud-on-the-court/): A Multidisciplinary Approach to Proving Fraud On July 9, 2026, Judge Lorna G. Schofield dismissed with prejudice a supplier’s $840 million claim against Amazon, finding by clear and convincing evidence that the plaintiff had engaged in fraud on the court by submitting fabricated documents in support of its claims. Judge Schofield’s decision, which relied on
- [David Raskin Featured in The Washington Post on the 9/11 Trial That Never Happened](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/david-raskin-featured-in-the-washington-post-on-the-9-11-trial-that-never-happened/): David Raskin, Managing Director, Head of Nardello & Co.'s Washington, DC Office, and former federal prosecutor, has shared his perspective with The Washington Post on the unresolved legal aftermath of the September 11 attacks. Drawing on his first-hand experience preparing to lead this historic prosecution back in 2009, David details how political hesitation led to
- [Dan Nardello & Chris Morgan Jones recognized as ‘Top Recommended’ in Spear's Security, Intelligence & Investigations Index 2026](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/dan-nardello-chris-morgan-jones-recognized-as-top-recommended-in-spears-security-intelligence-investigations-index-2026/): Nardello & Co. is delighted to announce that Executive Chairman Dan Nardello and Chris Morgan Jones, Regional Managing Director EMEA, have been ranked as ‘Top Recommended’ in Spear’s Security, Intelligence & Investigations Index 2026. This recognition, the highest awarded by Spear’s, reflects the commitment by Dan, Chris, and the wider firm to deliver ethical and
- [Russia Legalizes Cryptocurrency: Compliance Implications](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/russia-legalizes-cryptocurrency-compliance-implications/): On August 4, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a landmark law legalizing the circulation of cryptocurrency in Russia.[1] This pivotal legislation, which enters into force on September 1, alters the legal status of digital assets by recognizing them as property, introducing broad turnover requirements, and affording them judicial protection. The timing is notable. The
- [World Bank Group’s Revised Integrity Compliance Guidelines: Evolving Standards  for Integrity and Compliance](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/world-bank-groups-revised-integrity-compliance-guidelines-evolving-standards-for-integrity-and-compliance/): Introduced in 2010, the Integrity Compliance Guidelines of the World Bank Group (“WBG”), have long served as the foundation of the bank’s approach to compliance.[1] The guidelines set out the core elements of an effective integrity compliance program and provide practical guidance on how organizations should prevent, detect, investigate, and remediate behavior in projects financed
- [New York Republicans want George Santos gone. They know just the person to help.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/new-york-republicans-want-george-santos-gone-they-know-just-the-person-to-help/): Analysis of potential charges against George Santos featuring Howard Master's expertise.
- [Extortion and the New Terrorist Designations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/extortion-and-the-new-terrorist-designations/): Several months ago, one of us wrote in this Journal about the proper scope of the extortion defense under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). See Howard Master, “Economic Extortion and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act,” NYLJ (Oct. 14, 2024). The Trump administration’s shift in enforcement policy away from foreign corruption and towards the fight
- [Economic Extortion and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/economic-extortion-and-the-foreign-corrupt-practices-act/): Understand the FCPA's limitations on economic extortion defenses and the implications of the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act for U.S. companies facing coercive threats.
- [France Redraws the Boundaries of Legal Privilege, Creating A Narrow Shield That Investigators May Test](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/france-redraws-the-boundaries-of-legal-privilege-creating-a-narrow-shield-that-investigators-may-test/): A Turning Point in France's Privilege Landscape In early 2026, France initiated what many observers have described as a small but consequential legal revolution by extending a statutory privilege shield to written legal consultations produced by in‑house counsel, a protection that had never existed in the French legal landscape. The Senate’s adoption of the Terlier bill on
- [Chinese Money Laundering Scheme Boosts Drug Trafficking in US](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/chinese-money-laundering-scheme-boosts-drug-trafficking-in-us/): Examine how Chinese money laundering networks facilitate drug trafficking in the US. Learn about emerging threats to financial system integrity.
- [Money Matrix: How to Tackle Evolving Chinese Illicit Fund Flows](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/money-matrix-and-illicit-fund-flows/): When it comes to illicit money transfer activities, it rarely gets as colorful as “Human Head” and “Flying Money,” names given by Chinese organized crime to components of a money laundering scheme in which agents acting as unlicensed money transmitters recruited foreign gamblers at a Las Vegas casino, according to a settlement announced in September
- [Compliance Challenges for Crypto’s Second Act](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/compliance-challenges-for-cryptos-second-act/): Explore emerging compliance challenges in cryptocurrency's mainstream push. Learn about regulatory scrutiny and the evolution of crypto compliance requirements.
- [Cartel Exposure in M&A Due Diligence: Adapting Compliance Reviews After Foreign Terrorist Organization Designations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/cartel-exposure-in-ma-due-diligence-adapting-compliance-reviews-after-foreign-terrorist-organization-designations/): Cross-border acquisitions in higher-risk jurisdictions increasingly require a form of diligence that goes beyond financial statements and standard compliance questionnaires. For private equity sponsors and strategic buyers evaluating targets operating in regions influenced by organized crime, the core question goes beyond whether a company has complied with anti-corruption laws. They now must ask if the
- [Nardello & Co. become members of the French-American Foundation following Paris office opening](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-become-members-of-the-french-american-foundation-following-paris-office-opening/): We are delighted to become members of the French-American Foundation following the opening of our Paris office earlier this year. The French-American Foundation was established in 1976 at the initiative of Presidents Gerald Ford and Valéry Giscard d'Estaing to provide a permanent platform for Franco-American dialogue at the highest level. For fifty years, the Foundation
- [Nardello & Co. Named Business Intelligence & Investigations Firm of the Year in Chambers and Partners USA Awards 2026](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-named-business-intelligence-investigations-firm-of-the-year-in-chambers-and-partners-usa-awards-2026/): We are delighted to have been awarded the 2026 Business Intelligence & Investigations Firm of the Year by Chambers and Partners USA. This award reflects the firm’s position as the recognized leader in global investigations. It also follows recent announcements by the firm regarding the launch of our Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Special Situations practice and the
- [Nardello & Co. wins Global Investigations Review’s ‘Investigations Consultancy of the Year’](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-wins-global-investigations-review-gir-investigations-consultancy-of-the-year-award/): Nardello & Co. is thrilled to be the winner of Global Investigations Review's ("GIR") 'Investigations Consultancy of the Year' 2024. The award recognizes the firms that played substantial and invaluable roles in the most significant cases of the past twelve months. Dan Nardello, Sabina Menschel, Tara MacMillan, Timothy Gallagher, Michael Ramos, Liam Hanlon, Brooke Berg,
- [Managing Director Wendy Wu Appointed Independent Data Monitor](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/managing-director-wendy-wu-appointed-independent-data-monitor/): Nardello & Co. Managing Director Wendy Wu has been appointed as independent data monitor by U.S. District Judge David O. Carter and approved by the Los Angeles City Council, as part of an updated agreement to the 2022 settlement of the long-running homelessness lawsuit brought by the L.A. Alliance for Human Rights against the City of
- [Nardello & Co., Chambers’ Investigations Firm of the Year, Continues to Lead Chambers Rankings](https://nardelloandco.com/fr/news/announcement/nardello-co-chambers-investigations-firm-of-the-year-continues-to-lead-chambers-rankings/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce that we remain the first and only investigative firm to be ranked Band 1 in all three Business Intelligence & Investigations categories (USA, UK, and APAC regions) in a single year by Chambers and Partners – with more individuals ranked Band 1 than any other firm. For the seventh year
- [Nardello & Co., Chambers’ Investigations Firm of the Year, Continues to Lead Chambers Rankings](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-chambers-investigations-firm-of-the-year-continues-to-lead-chambers-rankings/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce that we remain the first and only investigative firm to be ranked Band 1 in all three Business Intelligence & Investigations categories (USA, UK, and APAC regions) in a single year by Chambers and Partners – with more individuals ranked Band 1 than any other firm. For the seventh year
- [Wasta: Connections or Corruption in the Arab World](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/wasta-connections-or-corruption-in-the-arab-world/): Understand wasta's role in Arab business culture and how it impacts corporate compliance. Learn strategies for mitigating associated FCPA and bribery risks.
- [Murky Waters: Navigating Business & Politics in Asia](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/murky-waters-navigating-business-politics-in-asia/): Guide to navigating the complex intersection of business and politics in Asia, examining cultural norms and regulatory challenges.
- [Two Cheers for the Modern Slavery Act?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/two-cheers-for-the-modern-slavery-act/): Analysis of the UK Modern Slavery Act's impact on business compliance and supply chain transparency in combating modern slavery.
- [Conducting Corporate Investigations in Africa](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/conducting-corporate-investigations-in-africa/): A comprehensive look at the unique challenges and complexities of conducting corporate investigations across Africa's diverse jurisdictions and legal systems.
- [The New Cyber Reality: A Perpetual State of Breach](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-new-cyber-reality-a-perpetual-state-of-breach/): Analysis of evolving cybersecurity challenges during COVID-19, offering strategies for risk mitigation and incident response in remote work environments.
- ["Safeguarding" Aid Workers: The Importance of Rooting Out Bad Actors](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/safeguarding-aid-workers-the-importance-of-rooting-out-bad-actors/): Analysis of sexual misconduct in international aid organizations, examining prevention strategies and the need for enhanced screening procedures.
- [Hot Topics and Current Trends in Public Corruption Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/hot-topics-and-current-trends-in-public-corruption-investigations/): Analysis of evolving trends in public corruption investigations, examining recent legal standards, increased prison sentences, and the rise of emoluments cases.
- [On the Brink of Regime Change in Venezuela, Here's Why Creditors Should Still Worry](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/on-the-brink-of-regime-change-in-venezuela-heres-why-creditors-should-still-worry/): Analysis of Venezuelan asset recovery challenges facing creditors despite political changes, exploring complexities of international debt collection.
- [The Gloves Are Coming Off as Shareholder Activists Look Towards Europe: How Companies Can Prepare to Fight Back](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-gloves-are-coming-off-as-shareholder-activists-look-towards-europe-how-companies-can-prepare-to-fight-back/): Analyze rise of US-style activist investing in Europe. Learn how companies can prepare defenses against increasingly confrontational campaigns.
- [The Cyber Threat Epidemic](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-cyber-threat-epidemic/): Explore heightened cybersecurity risks during COVID-19 pandemic. Learn strategies for protecting remote operations and responding to emerging threats.
- [Private Investigators and the GDPR: Be Careful What You Ask For—You May Get It](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/private-investigators-and-the-gdpr-be-careful-what-you-ask-for-you-may-get-it/): Examine GDPR's impact on private investigators and due diligence firms. Learn best practices for compliance and handling personal data in investigations.
- [Global Realities: How to Intelligently Rethink Supply Chains](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/global-realities-how-to-intelligently-rethink-supply-chains/): Explore strategies for diversifying supply chains beyond China post-COVID-19. Learn approaches for identifying and addressing single points of failure.
- [Sovereign Asset Tracing: A Whole New World](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/sovereign-asset-tracing-a-whole-new-world/): Analyze new opportunities in sovereign asset tracing from transparency policies and legal precedents. Learn modern techniques for identifying state-owned assets.
- [China Watching Leadership Tussle Within Japan’s Ruling Party for Policy Recalibration](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/china-watching-leadership-tussle-within-japans-ruling-party-for-policy-recalibration/): Analyze how Japan's LDP leadership change may affect China relations. Learn implications of factional politics for diplomatic and economic ties.
- [Using Investigators in Workouts, Restructurings, and Bankruptcies](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/using-investigators-in-workouts-restructurings-and-bankruptcies/): Explore how investigators help protect creditor interests in bankruptcies through asset tracing
- [Private Eyes & Public Profiles: The Ethics of Using Social Media in Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/private-eyes-public-profiles-the-ethics-of-using-social-media-in-investigations/): Understand evolving due diligence requirements for modern risks including cyber
- [FCPA Defendants Shouldn’t Take the Heat Alone](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/fcpa-defendants-shouldnt-take-the-heat-alone/): Examine increased individual FCPA enforcement and strategies for defense. Learn how investigators help develop exculpatory evidence and impeach witness credibility.
- [South Dakota—the new Liechtenstein? What the Pandora Papers Say about US Fiscal Paradises](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/south-dakota-the-new-liechtenstein-what-the-pandora-papers-say-about-us-fiscal-paradises/): Analyze how US states like South Dakota rival offshore tax havens
- [ESG Due Diligence: A New Class of Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/esg-due-diligence-a-new-class-of-risk/): Discover how ESG creates new risk considerations in corporate due diligence. Learn about evolving regulations and the importance of thorough investigations.
- [Data Wars: Global Companies in the Geopolitical Crosshairs](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/data-wars-global-companies-in-the-geopolitical-crosshairs/): Explore how companies can better secure themselves in today's high-risk cyber environment. Learn proactive security measures for the modern threat landscape.
- [Supply Chain Considerations for Companies Deploying AI](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/supply-chain-considerations-for-companies-deploying-ai/): Explore key considerations for AI supply chain security. Learn five critical steps for managing data privacy and security risks in AI deployment.
- [Staying Vigilant: What the Trump Administration’s New Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Policy Means in Practice for Global Companies](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/staying-vigilant-fcpa/): Given the flurry of executive orders signed in the second Trump administration, 142 in the first 100 days, it is understandable that businesses are having trouble keeping up. When it comes to E.O. 14209, Pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement to Further American Economic and National Security, issued on February 10, 2025, special care is
- [Trade Compliance in the Crosshairs: Managing Tariff Risk in Trump’s Trade War 2.0](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/trade-compliance-in-the-crosshairs/): A New Trade Environment As the Trump administration rolls out its rapidly evolving tariff strategy, companies will need to respond to an increasingly challenging legal and compliance environment. While tariffs and efforts to avoid their impact have long been features of international trade, what distinguishes the current environment is the unprecedented scale of the Trump
- [The Chambers rankings are in: “Nardello is simply the best in its field…they are the gold standard for business intelligence.” The Only Band 1 Firm in the US for the Fourth Year in a Row](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/the-chambers-rankings-are-in-nardello-is-simply-the-best-in-its-fieldthey-are-the-gold-standard-for-business-intelligence-the-only-band-1-firm-in-the-us-for-the-fourth-year/): Wide-ranging FCPA investigation across multiple countries identifies improper activities in pharmaceutical subsidiary, resulting in enhanced compliance procedures.
- [Timothy Gallagher Featured in The Telegraph and NBC News on Security Risks Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/timothy-gallagher-featured-in-the-telegraph-on-security-risks-ahead-of-the-2026-fifa-world-cup/): Timothy Gallagher, Managing Director, Chief Security Officer, and Co-Lead for Physical Security & Threat Mitigation at Nardello & Co., has shared his perspective with The Telegraph on the evolving threat landscape ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He highlights the complexities of safeguarding an event of this scale, particularly when it comes to detecting
- [A Short Seller’s Fraud Conviction Is Spooking Wall Street](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/a-short-sellers-fraud-conviction-is-spooking-wall-street/): Last week’s conviction of Andrew Left on securities fraud charges has sent a shudder through the short-selling community. After a three-week trial in Los Angeles, Left, the founder of Citron Research, was found guilty of 13 of 17 counts and faces a potential sentence of more than two decades in prison.[1] He says he plans
- [Les analyses américaines et françaises sur la cybercriminalité en 2025 font ressortir des thèmes convergents et des préoccupations communes pour les entreprises](https://nardelloandco.com/fr/our-insights/article/les-analyses-americaines-et-francaises-sur-la-cybercriminalite-en-2025-font-ressortir-des-themes-convergents-et-des-preoccupations-communes-pour-les-entreprises/): Au cours des dernières mois, les États-Unis et la France – deux autorités qui se sont montrées actives dans la promotion de la cybersécurité – ont publié des rapports sur l'état de la cybercriminalité en 2025. Chaque pays utilise une méthodologie différente : le rapport américain, publié en avril 2026 par le FBI, analyse le type
- [The EU’s Mandatory Human Rights Due Diligence: Be Prepared, Not Worried](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-eus-mandatory-human-rights-due-diligence-be-prepared-not-worried/): Understand EU's new mandatory human rights due diligence requirements. Learn how existing investigative tools can help firms meet emerging compliance obligations.
- [The UK Trade Sanctions Authority Tightens Controls on High Risk Trade Flows](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-uk-trade-sanctions-authority-tightens-controls-on-high-risk-trade-flows/): On 4 May 2026, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined the European Political Community Summit in Yerevan – marking the first visit of a UK Prime Minister to Armenia – to sign a joint declaration with his counterpart, Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan. The declaration covers, among other things, commitments to deepen bilateral trade
- [From Courtroom to Crisis: The Case for Proactive Protection](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/from-courtroom-to-crisis-the-case-for-proactive-protection/): On March 31, 2025, a Paris criminal court found Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right Rassemblement National and leading presidential contender, guilty of embezzling European Union funds.[1] She was sentenced to four years in prison (two of which are suspended), fined €100,000, and banned from holding public office for five years with intermediate enforcement,
- [Nardello & Co. Achieves Band 1 Rankings in Legal 500](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-achieves-band-1-rankings-in-legal-500/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce that we have been ranked Band 1 by Legal 500 in the United Kingdom and United States for Business Intelligence and Investigations, as well as Band 1 globally for Asset Tracing and Recovery. We are the only firm ranked Band 1 across all three categories. Following recognition in
- [Mark Kronfeld joins as Managing Director & Head of Bankruptcy, Restructuring, & Special Situations](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/mark-kronfeld-joins-head-bankruptcy-restructuring-special-situations-practice/): We are pleased to welcome Mark Kronfeld to the firm as Managing Director & Head of Bankruptcy, Restructuring, & Special Situations. Mark will be based in the firm's New York office. Mark brings three decades of experience as a bankruptcy lawyer, distressed investor, restructuring advisor, independent fiduciary, prosecutor, and professor. In his role, Mark will
- [Nardello & Co. ouvre un bureau à Paris et recrute une équipe de premier plan](https://nardelloandco.com/fr/news/announcement/nardello-co-ouvre-un-bureau-a-paris-et-recrute-une-equipe-de-premier-plan/): Nardello & Co. est un cabinet international d’investigation reconnu, spécialisé dans les missions complexes et aux enjeux stratégiques : enquêtes sur des soupçons de corruption, assistance aux avocats dans le cadre de contentieux, arbitrages et procédures pénales, fusions-acquisitions, contestation de contrôle actionnarial, recherche d'actifs, due diligence réputationnelle et intelligence économique. Parmi ses clients notables en France
- [Nardello & Co. Launches Paris Office With Prominent New Hires](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-launches-paris-office-with-prominent-new-hires/): Nardello & Co is pleased to announce the opening of its Paris office, which is led by a team of recognised investigative professionals: Alice Noizet, a former lawyer and investigator from France’s financial markets authority (Autorité des marchés financiers - AMF) and Puneet Kakkar, former Department of Justice prosecutor and attaché to France and Monaco.
- [Le Financial Times évoque le travail de Nardello & Co. dans l’action en diffamation engagée par le Président Macron](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/financial-times-macron-case/): Nardello & Co.’s role in the libel and defamation case brought by French President Emmanuel Macron and Madame Brigitte Macron against podcaster Candace Owens was outlined in a Financial Times article. The article describes the investigation findings, including Owens’ links to the far right in France and the UK, and her online interactions with a
- [Dan Nardello est mis en avant dans Le Monde, où il évoque son travail pour le Président français Emmanuel Macron](https://nardelloandco.com/news/dan-nardello-le-monde/): Executive Chairman Dan Nardello was interviewed by Olivier Faye of Le Monde to discuss Nardello & Co.’s recent efforts in profiling influencer Candace Owens and tracing her networks and connections. This comprehensive profile was built at the request of French President Emmanuel Macron and Madame Brigitte Macron, who have filed a libel and defamation case
- [Mark Kronfeld nous rejoint comme Managing Director et responsable de la pratique Faillites, Restructurations et Situations spéciales](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/mark-kronfeld-joins-head-bankruptcy-restructuring-special-situations-practice/): We are pleased to welcome Mark Kronfeld to the firm as Managing Director & Head of Bankruptcy, Restructuring, & Special Situations. Mark will be based in the firms’ New York office. Mark brings three decades of experience as a bankruptcy lawyer, distressed investor, restructuring advisor, independent fiduciary, prosecutor, and professor. In his role, Mark will
- [Investigative support and asset tracing for creditors of First Brands following its high-profile bankruptcy filing](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/investigative-support-and-asset-tracing-for-creditors-of-first-brands-following-its-high-profile-bankruptcy-filing/): In 2025, following the high-profile collapse and Chapter 11 filing of First Brands Group, which revealed that the company had taken on billions of dollars in questionable off-balance-sheet debt, Nardello & Co. was retained by the Unsecured Creditors Committee to investigate potential claims against company insiders and providers of the questionable debt. Nardello & Co.’s
- [Taking Steps to Deter an Active Shooter](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/taking-steps-to-deter-an-active-shooter/): Strategic identification of influential figures enables successful lobbying for construction standards improvement at Gulf state project site.
- [Howard Master features in the Financial Times Agenda about the DOJ's voluntary self-disclosure policy](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/howard-master-features-in-the-financial-times-agenda-about-the-dojs-voluntary-self-disclosure-policy/): The Department of Justice expanded its voluntary self-disclosure policy to all corporate criminal cases not related to antitrust. To better understand what this means in practice, the Financial Times Agenda spoke with Managing Director & Counsel to the CEO Howard Master. At a high level, companies now have more certainty that they will receive a
- [Venezuela’s Re-Opening: Commercial Opportunity in a High-Risk Environment](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/venezuelas-re-opening-commercial-opportunity-in-a-high-risk-environment/): The arrest of Nicolás Maduro Moros, and subsequent developments in US legal and sanctions policy concerning Venezuela, have renewed global attention on the country’s economy, particularly its oil sector. A superseding indictment unsealed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York charging Maduro and other Venezuelan senior officials with narcotics and
- [The False Choice of Innovation vs. Compliance in the Digital Asset Marketplace](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-false-choice-of-innovation-vs-compliance-in-the-digital-asset-marketplace/): Despite growing market headwinds, this has been a transformational year in the US digital asset sector, as crypto’s homegrown leaders jostle for position with traditional finance giants in mainstreaming blockchain finance. And, following through on its 2024 campaign promise of a much more salutary posture towards crypto, the Trump Administration has relaxed regulatory pressure and
- [Capital as a National Security Asset: What Investors Aren’t Seeing Behind the VIE Curtain](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/capital-as-a-national-security-asset-what-investors-arent-seeing-behind-the-vie-curtain/): Overview On March 20, 2026, Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott (R-SC) and Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), joined by sixteen colleagues, sent a bipartisan letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) Chairman Paul Atkins urging the agency to restrict Chinese companies' access to US capital markets. The letter cited “unique risks to national security,
- [Joseph Thompson authors in the Dow Jones Risk Journal](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/joseph-thompson-features-in-the-dow-jones-risk-journal/): The recent developments in Mexico are directly affecting corporate operations, investment stability and the legal and financial exposure faced by businesses operating in or connected to the region. In a piece published by the Dow Jones Risk Journal, Managing Director Joseph Thompson writes about cartel destabilization and the new corporate risk landscape in Mexico after
- [Howard Master and KKL LLP filed a second amicus brief in the Supreme Court of the United States](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/howard-master-and-kkl-llp-filed-a-second-amicus-brief-in-the-supreme-court-of-the-united-states/): Nardello & Co. Managing Director & Counsel to the CEO, Howard Master, worked with a team of lawyers at KKL LLP to file a second amicus brief in the Supreme Court of the United States on behalf of three clients whose public corruption convictions were unanimously overturned by the Court: Former Governor Robert McDonnell, Bridget Anne Kelly, and
- [Timothy Gallagher spoke on NBC4 News](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/tim-on-nbc4-news/): This week, the FBI released photos of a masked man at Nancy Gutherie’s front door the night she was abducted. Nancy, mother to co-anchor of Today’s Savannah Gutherie, has been missing for more than ten days. Managing Director, Chief Security Officer & Co-Lead for Physical Security & Threat Mitigation Timothy Gallagher spoke on NBC4 News
- [John Auerbach features in Business Insider about prediction markets and insider trading](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/john-auerbach-insider-trading-prediction-markets/): Prediction markets have been dogged by concerns about insider trading. How are they responding? According to Managing Director John Auerbach, prediction market operators should be concerned about more than just increased enforcement attention. In a recent Business Insider article, John says: “It’s not good business” to have a reputation as a place where insiders profit
- [Chris Urben features in Bloomberg Businessweek on illicit financial intermediation](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-spoke-with-bloomberg-businessweek/): In a recent Bloomberg Businessweek article, Managing Director Chris Urben explains that something changed in 2018: “Our undercovers who’d infiltrated networks were suddenly getting outbid…They couldn’t get money laundering contracts anymore.” Who was undercutting them? The answer kept coming back the same: the Chinese. The collaboration between the Chinese and Mexican gangs enables cartels to
- [GIR spoke with Nardello & Co. about the sanctions and legal risks causing friction in Venezuela](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/gir-venezuela-sanctions/): Global Investigations Review ("GIR") spoke with Nardello & Co.’s Alberto Orozco, Ligia Bezerra, and Gerardo Lazaro about the sanctions and legal risks causing friction in President Trump’s bid to get US business into Venezuela. In a recently published article, Alberto, Ligia, and Gerardo explain that finding accurate information about potential legal violations in Venezuela is
- [When KYC Falls Short: Bank of Scotland Fined Over Sanctions Violations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/when-kyc-falls-short-bank-of-scotland-fined-over-sanctions-violations/): On January 27, 2026, the UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation fined the Bank of Scotland £160,000 after its Halifax subsidiary opened an account in February 2023 for Dmitrii Ovsiannikov, a sanctioned former Russian politician and Putin ally, and processed 24 payments totaling £77,383. Ovsiannikov had been sanctioned in 2020 over the Russia-Ukraine War and
- [David Raskin authors in Law360 about FTO designations and foreign firms' legal risks](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/david-raskin-law360-fto/): Cartel-based foreign terrorist organization (“FTO”) theories rest on significantly weaker US constitutional and jurisdictional foundations, particularly when applied to foreign companies whose alleged conduct occurred abroad and lacked a meaningful US nexus. In a recent Law360 article, written by Managing Director & Head of the Washington, DC Office David Raskin, the designation of drug cartels
- [Tim Gallagher spoke with GIR about Zenith Semiconductor's alleged misconduct](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/tim-gallagher-gir-zenith/): As the US and China continue to ramp up AI development, IP theft in the semiconductor space remains a risk, as do violations of US export laws. Considering the recent news regarding Zenith Semiconductor’s alleged misconduct, it is clear that issues related to semiconductors, China, and national security are intertwined. Tim Gallagher, Managing Director, Chief
- [Chris Urben spoke with Chainalysis about the illicit crypto economy](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-chainalysis-cyrpto/): Chinese-language money laundering networks are now driving 20% of laundering activity in the illicit crypto economy. In a recent article published by the blockchain intelligence firm Chainalysis, Managing Director Chris Urben sheds light on the rapid and recent transition to crypto, which is now preferred by Chinese money laundering networks over informal value transfer systems.
- [Dan Nardello was featured in Bloomberg Law's newsletter](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/dan-nardello-in-bloomberg-law-newsletter/): Bloomberg Law’s latest New York newsletter features a conversation between Executive Chairman Dan Nardello and Bloomberg’s Mike Vilensky. Throughout the interview, the two unpack Dan’s professional path, the qualities of a good investigator, and some of Nardello & Co.’s notable matters to date. When asked about what he learned at the Southern District of New
- [UK businesses enter 2026 facing myriad global risks, research finds](https://nardelloandco.com/news/uk-businesses-enter-2026-facing-myriad-global-risks-research-finds/): UK businesses are contending with a rising number of increasingly complex risks, according to YouGov research commissioned by global investigations firm Nardello & Co. The survey of 250 UK business leaders reveals a landscape shaped not by a single dominant threat but by a range of problems leaders must manage simultaneously. Key findings show: Over
- [The Maduro Narco-Terrorism Indictment Signals a New Phase of Corporate Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-maduro-narco-terrorism-indictment-signals-a-new-phase-of-corporate-risk/): The superseding indictment against Nicolás Maduro Moros and senior members of his regime, unsealed in the Southern District of New York, marks a clear escalation in how US prosecutors are approaching narco-terrorism cases. Unlike prior matters, which centered largely on narcotics trafficking – i.e., the movement and sale of narcotics – this prosecution is being
- [From Pledges to Prosecutions: Can London’s 2026 Illicit Finance Summit Deliver?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/from-pledges-to-prosecutions-can-londons-2026-illicit-finance-summit-deliver/): Over two days in June 2026, the UK will host a major international gathering, the Countering Illicit Finance Summit. Illicit finance refers to funds that are illegally earned, transferred, or used across borders. This includes proceeds from corruption, tax evasion, drug trafficking, and terrorist financing.[1] The summit builds on the legacy of the 2016 London
- [Nardello & Co. Leads Chambers and Partners’ 2025 Business Intelligence and Investigations Rankings](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-leads-chambers-and-partners-2025-business-intelligence-and-investigations-rankings/): The Only Band 1 firm in the US for the sixth year in a row, Band 1 in the UK and Band 1 in APAC, with more individuals ranked Band 1 than any other investigative firm. Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce that we remain the first and only investigative firm to be ranked
- [Dan Nardello on The Hearing Legal Podcast](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/dan-nardello-the-hearing-legal-podcast/): Nardello & Co. Executive Chairman Dan Nardello spoke with Tenee Frazier, host of The Hearing Legal Podcast, about the evolving role of private investigations within the legal industry. Throughout their conversation, Dan details the increasingly sophisticated nature of investigations, the essential role that investigations firms play in complex litigation and dispute resolution, and the need
- [Michael Ramos spoke with the Financial Times Agenda](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/michael-ramos-ft-agenda/): The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) is modernizing its Edgar filing system, and part of this process could require board members, executives, and others seeking to act as Edgar filers to disclose if they’ve ever been barred from serving as directors and officers. Nardello & Co. Managing Director & Chief Risk and Compliance Officer Michael
- [How Companies Can Prepare for Activist Investors](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/forbes-activist-investors/): Chief Executive Officer Sabina Menschel and Managing Director & Head of Complex Investigations and Asset Search Practices Nicholas Peck spoke with Megan Poinski at Forbes about how activist investor trends are shaping companies’ futures. During their interview, Sabina and Nick explored what the current activist landscape looks like, why more activists are pushing for board
- [Howard Master Spoke to Lexology About the 23andMe Chapter 11 Filing](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/howard-master-spoke-to-lexology-about-the-23andme-chapter-11-filing/): On March 23, 2025, the genetic testing services provider 23andMe filed a Chapter 11 voluntary petition in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Missouri. According to the company’s new Chief Restructuring Officer Matthew Kvarda, lagging business performance and litigation costs stemming from a 2023 data breach that exposed individuals’ personal information contributed
- [Enforcement Briefing](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/recap/enforcement-briefing/): The Trump Administration has designated some drug cartels as terrorist organizations as part of its shift towards prioritizing the prosecution of Transnational Criminal Organizations (“TCOs”). This new focus has a broad range of implications for organizations that may be exposed to cartel activity, be it in their extended supply chain, sales channels, or the services
- [Howard Master and KKL LLP filed an amicus brief in the Supreme Court of the United States](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/howard-kkl-amicus-brief/): Nardello & Co. Managing Director & Counsel to the CEO, Howard Master, worked with a team of lawyers at KKL LLP to file an amicus brief in the Supreme Court of the United States on behalf of three pro bono clients whose public corruption convictions were unanimously overturned by the Court: Former Governor Robert McDonnell,
- [Nardello & Co. Launches Financial Investigations & Forensic Accounting Practice with Prominent New Hires in the US and London](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/launch-financial-investigations-forensic-accounting/): March 4, 2025 — Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce the launch of its Financial Investigations & Forensic Accounting practice with the arrival of a team of seasoned forensic accountants in New York, Los Angeles, and London. The establishment of the Financial Investigations & Forensic Accounting practice, headed by Nardello & Co. Chief Legal
- [Joseph Pochron features in Legal Tech's Predictions for Artificial Intelligence in 2026](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/pochron-legal-tech-ai-2026/): In a recent Law.com article, leading experts predict how AI will shape legal services, change the business of law, and impact the courts in 2026. Among the group is Managing Director Joseph Pochron who says: "Synthetic media, aka 'AI deepfakes' will put a real constraint on traditional legal norms. Evidentiary standards of authentication will accelerate,
- [Amie Chang and David Raskin feature in Bloomberg Law about National Security](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/amie-and-david-bloomberg-law/): The convergence of finance, technology, and national security demands investor attention. But why? In their Bloomberg Law article, Amie Chang and David Raskin discuss how JPMorgan Chase’s $1.5 trillion security and resilience initiative reflects how the US now views the national security and critical technology sectors. According to Amie and David, the consequences of inadequate
- [Investigating the Supply Chain – Implications of the Affiliates Rule](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/investigating-the-supply-chain-implications-of-the-affiliates-rule/): On September 29, 2025, the U.S. Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security issued its Affiliates Rule, extending export controls to entities that are owned 50 percent or more by entities on its restricted lists. As a result, companies must not only know who they are doing business with, but they must also know the
- [Dan Nardello features in Le Monde where he discusses his work for French President Emmanuel Macron](https://nardelloandco.com/news/dan-nardello-le-monde/): Executive Chairman Dan Nardello was interviewed by Olivier Faye of Le Monde to discuss Nardello & Co.’s recent efforts in profiling influencer Candace Owens and tracing her networks and connections. This comprehensive profile was built at the request of French President Emmanuel Macron and Madame Brigitte Macron, who have filed a libel and defamation case
- [Chris Urben features in The Guardian about alleged trafficker Zhi Dong Zhang, who escaped house arrest in Mexico](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-features-in-the-guaridan/): Alleged drug trafficker Zhi Dong Zhang escaped via a tunnel in Mexico, and Managing Director Chris Urben spoke with The Guardian to answer some key questions. According to Chris: “I had an undercover team that investigated [the money laundering techniques] for years. It used to take 10 days for the cartels to get their money
- [Chris Urben features in CNN about the money-laundering pipeline running through Las Vegas’ biggest casino](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-spoke-with-cnn/): Managing Director Christopher Urben spoke with CNN about the money-laundering pipeline running through Las Vegas’ biggest casino. Last year, Wynn Las Vegas agreed to pay the US federal government $130 million to settle a case regarding the illegal money used by big-stakes gamblers at the casino. When speaking about the lifecycle of this cash, Chris
- [Dan Nardello speaks to Edwin Smith at Spear's Magazine about why Nardello & Co. stands out among its peers](https://nardelloandco.com/news/dan-nardello-spears-magazine/): Executive Chairman Dan Nardello sat down with Edwin Smith at Spear’s Magazine to discuss how Nardello & Co. sources information and why the firm stands out among its peers. When asked about his approach to investigative work, Dan said: “As a client, you’re responsible for what your investigator does. In the US, it’s a legal
- [Singapore Presses on in the Good Fight Against Money Laundering](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/singapore-presses-on-in-the-good-fight-against-money-laundering/): In recent months, Singapore has redoubled its efforts to prevent individuals and organized overseas groups from using the city state as a conduit for money laundering. This good fight comes at a time when illicit global money flows, coupled with capital flight, have made tracing dark money ever more difficult, if only because of the
- [Designating Drug Cartels as Terrorist Organizations: The Next Frontier in Corporate Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/designating-drug-cartels-as-terrorist-organizations-the-next-frontier-in-corporate-risk/): In January 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14157, creating a pathway for designating certain transnational criminal organizations—commonly referred to as cartels—as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists, which places cartel entities in the legal framework long applied to ideology-driven terror groups. Less than one month later, multiple cartels were so designated, leading
- [Foreign Investors Have Reasons for Confidence After Thailand’s Tumultuous General Election](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/foreign-investors-have-reasons-for-confidence-after-thailands-tumultuous-general-election/): Analyze Thailand's political transition and its impact on foreign investment. Learn key milestones and trends affecting business confidence.
- [Unlocking ASEAN’s Renewable Energy: Overcoming Foreign Ownership Barriers](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/unlocking-aseans-renewable-energy-overcoming-foreign-ownership-barriers/): Analyze foreign ownership restrictions in ASEAN renewable energy sector. Learn about regulatory changes and investment opportunities across Southeast Asia.
- [Chris Urben spoke with The New Yorker about the Kinahan crime group](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-spoke-with-the-new-yorker-about-the-kinahan-crime-group/): Managing Director Christopher Urben spoke with Ed Caesar of The New Yorker about the complexities of a billion-dollar drug empire operating from the UAE. Throughout their conversation, Chris explains that during his time at the DEA, the Kinahan crime group proved to be unusually difficult to penetrate. Chris highlights: “Normally, within a network that is
- [The Financial Times discuss Nardello & Co.’s work in President Macron libel and defamation case](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/financial-times-macron-case/): Nardello & Co.’s role in the libel and defamation case brought by French President Emmanuel Macron and Madame Brigitte Macron against podcaster Candace Owens was outlined in a Financial Times article published yesterday. The article describes the investigation findings, including Owens’ links to the far right in France and the UK, and her online interactions
- [Confirming Israeli Company’s Sanctions Violations](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/national-security-3/): Nardello & Co. assisted a leading international company in gathering intelligence regarding the trade routes used by a supplier, an American-owned Israeli company suspected of breaching US sanctions by purchasing products from Iran to be sold globally. Our work involved making discreet human source inquiries with, among others, trading and logistics sources in Iran; shipping
- [Lifting the Veil on a Sanctioned North Korean Entity](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/national-security-4/): Facing allegations that its Chinese supplier was acquiring raw materials from a North Korean entity, a multinational company engaged Nardello & Co. to determine the beneficial ownership of the Pyongyang company. Discreet inquiries with North Korean defectors, academics, and intelligence sources in South Korea revealed that the entity was wholly owned by a company controlled
- [Vindicating US Interests Harmed by a Foreign Companies’ Capitalization on the US Embargo of Cuba](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/national-security-2/): Nardello & Co. was engaged by counsel to a US company pursuing legal action under the Helms-Burton Act, which allows Americans to seek damages from entities that profit from property formerly owned by US citizens but confiscated by Cuba after the Cuban Revolution. The case involved a foreign energy manufacturer and several logistics firms accused
- [Evaluating Cartel Risk in Mexico](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/national-security-1/): A private equity firm contemplating the acquisition of a marine logistics company in Mexico retained Nardello & Co. to undertake a specialized transactional due diligence exercise that focused on the legal, business, and security risks posed by Mexican drug cartels operating in the region. After querying the company’s guidance for responding to criminal threats, Nardello
- [Chris Ribeiro talks about AI on The Lewis Brisbois Podcast](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-ribeiro-talks-about-ai-on-the-lewis-brisbois-podcast/): Managing Director & Head of the New York Office, Chris Ribeiro, is this week’s guest on Lewis Brisbois’ Podcast, The AI Arena – Skate to The Puck. Throughout the episode, Chris chats with host Sean P. Shecter about the impact of AI on corporate investigations, exploring how it presents both opportunities and challenges.
- [Timothy Gallagher shared his thoughts with the Financial Times Agenda](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/tim-gallagher-financial-times-agenda-opinion/): On top of the unspeakable human toll, violence poses a material financial threat. So, how should directors and boards be addressing physical security? Managing Director, Chief Security Officer & Co-Lead for Physical Security & Threat Mitigation, Timothy Gallagher, shared his thoughts on the topic with the Financial Times Agenda. According to Tim: “The chief security
- [Nardello & Co. Shortlisted for Global Investigations Review’s (GIR) ‘Investigations Consultancy of the Year’ Award for 2025](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-shortlisted-for-global-investigations-reviews-gir-investigations-consultancy-of-the-year-award-2025/): We are proud to announce that Nardello & Co. has been shortlisted for Global Investigations Review’s (GIR) ‘Investigations Consultancy of the Year’ award for 2025. This award celebrates the firm that has played a substantial and invaluable role in the most significant cases of the past twelve months. Following our win in 2024, we are
- [Dan Nardello spoke with the BBC's 'Fame Under Fire' podcast](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/dan-nardello-spoke-with-the-bbcs-fame-under-fire-podcast/): Nardello & Co. Executive Chairman, Dan Nardello, joined the BBC’s ‘Fame Under Fire’ podcast to discuss the firm’s role in supporting the libel and defamation case brought by French President Emmanuel Macron and Madame Brigitte Macron against Candace Owens. Speaking alongside Tom Clare of Clare Locke LLP, Dan explains how Nardello & Co.’s investigative work
- [Chris Urben's Congressional Testimony](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-congressional-testimony/): Congressional testimony by Chris Urben on Chinese organized crime's role in drug money laundering.
- [Chris Urben spoke to the Dow Jones Risk Journal and Milenio](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/christopher-urben-spoke-to-dow-jones-milenio/): As Chinese money laundering organizations (“CMLOs”) continue to expand their networks across Italy, Mexico, and the United States, governments are taking notice and cracking down. How will your business be impacted? As a former Drug Enforcement Administration agent, Managing Director Christopher Urben is an experienced investigator with a deep understanding of why CMLOs are the
- [The First “Failure to Prevent Tax Evasion” Charge Signals a Shift in Enforcement](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-first-failure-to-prevent-tax-evasion-charge-signals-a-shift-in-enforcement/): In a landmark moment for corporate crime enforcement, HM Revenue & Customs (“HMRC”) has brought the first-ever charge under the UK’s Corporate Criminal Offense (“CCO”) of failure to prevent the facilitation of tax evasion. Introduced by the Criminal Finances Act 2017, the CCO holds companies criminally liable if they fail to prevent employees or associated
- [Christopher Urben spoke to the Portland Press Herald](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-portland-press-herald/): Managing Director Christopher Urben was interviewed by the Portland Press Herald about Chinese criminal groups and how they continue to cement their hold on America’s cannabis industries. According to Chris: “They’re [Chinese criminal groups] always going to beat the legit market. When they can, they’ll repackage it, rename it and they’ll move their product into
- [Timothy Gallagher spoke to CBS News about Fort Stewart](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/tim-gallagher-cbs-news/): Last week, Managing Director, Chief Security Officer, & Co-Lead for Physical Security & Threat Mitigation, Timothy Gallagher, spoke to CBS News about the active shooter incident at Fort Stewart military base in Georgia. While on air, Tim discussed the importance of scraping the internet, searching electronics, and exploring who the attacker may have been in
- [Dan Nardello speaks to Semafor about CEOs who aren't alert to potential malefactors](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/dan-nardello-semafor/): Executive Chairman Dan Nardello spoke to Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, editor of The CEO Signal for Semafor, about how most CEOs aren’t alert to potential malefactors. During his interview, Dan reflects on decades of exposing dishonest and venal individuals and implores companies to conduct proper due diligence before making a senior hire. According to Dan, “drawing inferences,
- [Reality Check: The Importance of Comprehensive Contestant Screening](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/reality-check-the-importance-of-comprehensive-contestant-screening/): In the fast-paced world of reality television, contestants become celebrities overnight, influencing millions and shaping cultural conversations. But networks can face serious reputational harm, significant financial loss, and legal ramifications when background screening falls short. Early in Season 7 of reality dating show Love Island USA, both Cierra Ortega and Yulissa Escobar were abruptly removed
- [Timothy Gallagher and Chris Ribeiro spoke with the Financial Times Agenda about Physical Security and Threat Mitigation](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/timothy-gallagher-chris-ribeiro-financial-times-agenda/): Just blocks away from where a shooter killed the UnitedHealthcare CEO seven months ago, another fatal attack took place in midtown Manhattan on July 28, 2025, at the skyscraper home to the NFL and Blackstone, among others. These two incidents have brought conversations to the boardroom about how to keep employees safe in the emerging
- [Timothy Gallagher spoke with The Wall Street Journal and Financial Times about the attack on July 28, 2025](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/tim-gallagher-july-28-attack/): On Monday, July 28th, a lone gunman breached one of New York’s most secure skyscrapers, and the attack resulted in four casualties. As executives and concerned citizens try to understand how someone was able to breach such a multilayered security program, Managing Director, Chief Security Officer & Co-Lead for Physical Security & Threat Mitigation Timothy
- [Joseph Pochron Quoted in Axios Article about AI-Generated Evidence](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/joseph-pochron-ai-generated-evidence/): Courts are not ready for AI-generated evidence. When it comes to tracking the chain of custody for deepfakes, the technology just isn’t there. Managing Director Joseph Pochron and others at Nardello & Co. have begun transcribing audio and analyzing sentence structure to determine if it matches patterns popular with AI tools. However, as deepfakes become
- [Chris Urben Testified Before the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-urben-july-2025-testimony/): On July 23, 2025, Managing Director Chris Urben testified before the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations as an expert on Transnational Criminal Organizations (“TCOs”). During his testimony, Chris explained how Mexican cartels and other TCOs have been affected by, and are responding to, recent U.S. enforcement trends. Chris also described how Nardello &
- [A Decade of Partnership in the Fight Against Financial Crime: the Joint Money Laundering Intelligence Taskforce Ten Years On](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/a-decade-of-partnership-in-the-fight-against-financial-crime-the-joint-money-laundering-intelligence-taskforce-ten-years-on/): In 2015, the UK undertook a bold experiment: the creation of a public-private taskforce that would enable real-time intelligence sharing between banks and law enforcement. Ten years later, the Joint Money Laundering Intelligence Taskforce (“JMLIT”) has evolved into a global benchmark for collaborative financial intelligence. The ten-year anniversary presents a timely opportunity to reflect on
- [From Loopholes to Lockdown: How is Labour Tackling the UK’s Fraud Epidemic?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/from-loopholes-to-lockdown-how-is-labour-tackling-the-uks-fraud-epidemic/): Labour’s manifesto for the 2024 general election set out its commitment to act against fraud and waste across the government. Looking back on the first 12 months of Keir Starmer’s rule, we ask: has the government been true to its word? What impacts have we seen in the public and private sectors? There have been
- [Chinese Brokers Launder Hundreds of Millions for Global Crime Groups](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chinese-brokers-launder-hundreds-of-millions-for-global-crime-groups/): Expert Chris Urben explains role of Chinese money launderers in facilitating global drug trafficking and their sophisticated methods of moving criminal proceeds.
- [When Lifestyles Don’t Match Paychecks:  An Analysis of the Serious Fraud Office’s First Unexplained Wealth Order](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/when-lifestyles-dont-match-paychecks-an-analysis-of-the-serious-fraud-offices-first-unexplained-wealth-order/): In January 2025, the Serious Fraud Office (“SFO”) secured its first-ever Unexplained Wealth Order (“UWO”) in a landmark case involving a £1.5 million property owned by Claire Schools, ex-wife of convicted fraudster Timothy Schools. [1] This move marked a significant development in the UK's efforts to combat financial crime and recover assets purchased with the
- [Overseas Business in the New FCPA Era](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/overseas-business-in-new-fcpa-era/): It can take months for a new administration’s enforcement priorities come into focus, but recent Justice Department guidelines give a fair indication of where the Trump administration is heading with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”). As many have already written, guidelines released on June 9 emphasize US national security, focus on conduct that unfairly
- [Nardello & Co. Bolsters Middle East Presence with Appointment of Nikita Vaidya as Managing Director, Head of MENA](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-bolsters-middle-east-presence-with-appointment-of-nikita-vaidya-as-managing-director-head-of-mena/): LONDON & DUBAI – Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce the appointment of Nikita Vaidya as Managing Director, Head of MENA (Middle East and North Africa). Working from the firm’s Dubai office, Vaidya will be responsible for overseeing the continued growth of Nardello & Co.’s practice across the region. Vaidya has
- [Nardello & Co. Investigator in Tattle Life Operator's Unmasking](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-investigator-in-tattle-life-operators-unmasking/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to have been part of the team, working alongside Rory Lynch and Peter Barr of Gateley NI and barrister Peter Girvan, that unmasked the operator of controversial gossip website Tattle Life, now revealed as Sebastian Bond of the UK. This follows a two-year legal battle and last week’s ruling by
- [Unmasking the Owner of Tattle Life in Anonymous Harassment and Defamation Case](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/tattle-life-owner-unmasked/): With upwards of 12 million viewers per month, the Tattle Life site generated significant revenue for the operator. Years of attempts by various parties to identify the operator had been unsuccessful, with many international and UK media outlets reporting on the anonymity of the operator and the harmful effects of the content propagated by the
- [Tim Gallagher on Times Radio About the Recent Minnesota Shootings](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/tim-gallagher-times-radio/): Managing Director Timothy Gallagher spoke to Alexis Conran at Times Radio about the recent shootings in Minnesota, USA. Throughout their conversation, Tim describes the state of the investigation and explores the increase in premeditated, politically motivated attacks in the United States. When asked about the individuals who are most at risk, Tim says: “It’s not
- [A Pause, Not Repeal: Vigilance Needed Even More During FCPA Enforcement Flux](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/fcpa-enforcement-flux/): Just over halfway through the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) pause in the United States, it’s clear that little may change. Managing Director Paul Nash, in an article this week for the FT Adviser, shares his thoughts on new guidance from the US Department of Justice. Paul says, “If I can offer one piece of
- [Investigating Labor Practices](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/investigating-labor-practices/): Comprehensive investigation leads to improved labor guidelines and compensation for migrant workers at UAE university construction project.
- [The Only Organisations that Should Fear Whistleblowers are Those with Something to Hide](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/whistleblowers-pete-tutton-city-am/): “The only organisations that should fear whistleblowers are those with something to hide.” Associate Managing Director, Peter Tutton was featured in City AM this morning arguing that “UK businesses should welcome, not fear, proposed legislation to strengthen protections for whistleblowers.” Peter’s comments come ahead of the second reading of a private members’ bill introduced by
- [How Dirty Money From Fentanyl Sales Is Flowing Through China](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/how-dirty-money-from-fentanyl-sales-is-flowing-through-china/): Chinese money laundering organizations have created a heightened risk environment in the United States. In their recent article, How Dirty Money from Fentanyl Sales is Flowing Through China, The Wall Street Journal spoke with Chris Urben about how Chinese money brokers put themselves in an optimal position to team up with Mexican cartels, greasing the
- [Are India’s Bankruptcy Laws Strong Enough to Support the Government’s Goal of Reaching High-Income Status by 2047?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/are-indias-bankruptcy-laws-strong-enough-to-support-the-governments-goal-of-reaching-high-income-status-by-2047/): Prior to 2016, India operated with a patchwork of archaic bankruptcy laws, codes, and statutes, including the Sick Industrial Companies (Special Provisions) Act, 1985 and Recovery of Debt Due to Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 1993. The fragmented nature of this legal framework led to numerous loopholes, inefficiencies, and weak enforcement. Authorities and creditors struggled
- [GIR's Europe, Middle East and Africa Investigations Review 2025](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/gir-emea-investigations-review-2025/): Chris Morgan Jones, Daria Plakhova-Freshville, Alan Kennedy, and Peter Tutton were delighted to contribute to Global Investigations Review ("GIR")'s Europe, Middle East and Africa review again this year. Their contribution “explores the value and challenges that result from investigating one’s own client, and suggests how to navigate the sometimes complex dynamics to deliver powerful results.”
- [Helping FTX Make Creditors Whole after an Unprecedented Fraud](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/helping-ftx-make-creditors-whole-after-unprecedented-fraud/): Immediately following crypto exchange FTX’s bankruptcy and collapse in 2022, its new CEO instructed Nardello & Co. to help lead the global investigative effort to investigate the circumstances surrounding one of the biggest financial frauds in history and recover billions of dollars in company assets for the benefit of creditors. Our team assisted in recovering
- [Client Guide: Navigating the Evolving Threat of Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) and International Narcotics Cartels](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/client-guide-tcos-and-cartels/): US policy shifts designating Transnational Criminal Organizations (“TCOs”) and international cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (“FTOs”) are reshaping the legal and compliance landscape, presenting significant risks for global companies, particularly those operating in Latin America. These risks include operational disruptions, legal challenges, and reputational damage. Companies doing business in the region must reassess their risk
- [Corporate Investigators Face Heightened Cartel Risk in Mexico](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/corporate-investigators-face-heightened-risk/): Managing Director, Chief Security Officer & Co-Lead for Physical Security & Threat Mitigation Tim Gallagher spoke with Global Investigations Review about how to best mitigate inherent risks when conducting investigations on the ground for clients in Mexico. During their interview, Tim leverages his expertise to highlight the fact that risks are heightened exponentially by insiders
- [Chris Ribeiro Spoke to Financial Times Agenda About AI-Washing](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chris-r-financial-times-agenda-ai-washing/): In the context of AI, what corporate governance and oversight responsibilities are needed to avoid disputes? Nardello & Co. Managing Director & Head of the New York Office Chris Ribeiro spoke with Nick Muscavage of the Financial Times Agenda about conducting requisite evaluations for new AI technology. During their conversation, Chris explained: “…companies and boards
- [Investigative and Asset Tracing Services, following Oxycontin Manufacturer's Bankruptcy](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/investigative-and-asset-tracing-services-following-oxycontin-manufacturers-bankruptcy/): The Sackler family, who owned and controlled Purdue Pharma, withdrew over $10 billion in profits from the opioid manufacturer in the years before its bankruptcy. Retained by the Unsecured Creditors Committee of Purdue Pharma as a “specialized forensic financial advisor,” Nardello & Co. provided the Committee investigative and asset tracing services for the purpose of
- [Navigating Uncertainty: Trump Administration Tariffs and the Critical Role of Corporate Investigators](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/trump-tariffs-and-the-role-of-corporate-investigators/): As President Trump embarks on his second term, American corporations face a complex and shifting trade landscape. The administration's announced tariff policies represent a significant expansion of the approach taken during his first term, with broader tariffs targeting not just China but extending to Mexico, Canada, and European trading partners. For US companies with global
- [Whistleblowing Channels: Compliance Cost or True Value?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/whistleblowing-channels-compliance-cost-or-true-value/): Overview In September 2025, the Failure to Prevent Fraud (“FTPF”) offense will come into force in the UK. In preparation, many large firms will need to assess their fraud risk and response frameworks, especially as they relate to whistleblowing, which enjoys its own section – 3.5.2 – within the FTPF government guidance; highlighting its importance
- [Brazilian Supreme Court and a Civil Rights Framework for the Internet](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/brazilian-supreme-court-and-a-civil-rights-framework/): Bringing diplomacy into the digital age and underlining the reality that social media platforms often serve as virtual public forums, the US Embassy in Brasilia recently engaged on X in a heated exchange with the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding freedom of expression after the suspension of the US-incorporated video sharing platform Rumble in
- [Peter Tutton Speaks to the FT Adviser on Why 97% of All Whistleblowing Cases Fail](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/peter-tutton-ft-advisor-whistleblowing-cases-fail/): Last week, Nardello & Co. Associate Managing Director Peter Tutton spoke on the FTAdviser Podcast to discuss why 97% of whistleblowing cases fail. Throughout the episode, Peter delves into the challenges whistleblowers face and how the right frameworks can drive real change, especially with the upcoming UK fraud law changes. While the idea of a
- [Former SDNY Criminal Prosecutor Benet Kearney Joins Nardello & Co.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/benet-kearney-joins-nardello-and-co/): We are pleased to announce that Benet Kearney, a seasoned prosecutor with ten years in the Criminal Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, has joined the firm’s New York office as a managing director. Kearney was most recently detailed to Washington, DC, where she served as Deputy Chief
- [White Collar Criminal Defense Support](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/white-collar-criminal-defense-support/): When its senior executives were criminally indicted for operating a multi-year, multimillion dollar ‘phantom’ billing/kickback scheme, an industrial equipment manufacturer turned to Nardello & Co. for help. Our investigative team performed a forensic accounting review of the company’s sales, which included reconstructing ten years of order and billing data from both electronic and physical records
- [Significant High-profile Investigation with Public Scrutiny](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/significant-high-profile-investigation-with-public-scrutiny/): After the federal government released certain findings from an investigation into alleged sexual and financial misconduct by an affiliated organization, Nardello & Co. was retained to support an independent investigation of the government’s claims. Nardello & Co. investigators located and interviewed employees, found open source information concerning the claims, and worked with a team of
- [High-net-worth Individuals’ Fraudulent Land Purchase](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/high-net-worth-individuals-fraudulent-land-purchase/): Counsel to a high-net-worth individual with a significant public profile retained Nardello & Co. to investigate claims that he was fraudulently induced into acquiring land at an overvalued price. We coordinated a wide-ranging investigation, including background investigations into the likely fraudsters, interviews of individuals who participated in and facilitated the real estate transactions, and an
- [The Multibillion-dollar World of Online Scams](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/world-of-online-scams/): Who is the Al Capone of China? Chris Urben spoke on The Economist’s podcast Scam Inc about how Chinese syndicates honed their scam tactics before expanding abroad. In episode 4 of this 8-part podcast series about the multibillion-dollar world of online scams, Chris and the host discuss a variety of topics, such as the top Chinese organized
- [The Great Game in the 21st Century: Kazakhstan caught between Russia, China, and the West](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-great-game-in-the-21st-century/): A recent Financial Times article that highlighted a leaked confidential report about Russia’s attempts “to draw former Soviet nations closer into its orbit” – presented by Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to a group of experts in 2024 – raises the question of whether Russia’s economic ties to some of its closest traditional allies, ex-Soviet
- [Chinese Chemical Executives Cleared of US Fentanyl Charge, Convicted on Other Counts](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chinese-chemical-executives-cleared-of-fentanyl-charge/): Last week, two executives of a Chinese chemical company were found not guilty on charges they conspired to ship precursor chemicals used to manufacture fentanyl to the United States. The two were convicted on related charges. Nardello & Co. Managing Director and former Drug Enforcement Administration agent Chris Urben spoke with Reuters to put this
- [Nardello & Co. 2024/25 Trends and Insights Report](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/trends-and-insights-report/): No matter is an island, to paraphrase John Donne. And 2024 proved there are no exceptions. As the novel circumstances of the year unfolded, we saw the work of our clients become increasingly complex. Together we navigated changing regimes in the United States, United Kingdom, and the Middle East, a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape that
- [Heightened Security for Donald Trump's Inauguration](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/heightened-security-for-trump-inauguration/): Nardello & Co. Managing Director & Chief Security Officer Timothy Gallagher spoke with Times Radio about the heightened security needed for United States President Donald Trump’s inauguration. When describing the inner workings of this event, Tim explained: “There will be a higher threat environment for President Trump that the Secret Service and other law enforcement
- [Moscow rules: asset tracing investigations during wartime in Ukraine](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/moscow-rules-asset-tracing-investigations-during-wartime-in-ukraine/): Analysis of asset tracing complexities during Russia-Ukraine conflict.
- [Nardello & Co. selected by the Unsecured Creditors Committee of Purdue Pharma to trace the global assets of the Sackler family](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-selected-by-the-unsecured-creditors-committee-of-purdue-pharma-to-trace-the-global-assets-of-the-sackler-family/): Nardello & Co. has been selected by the Unsecured Creditors Committee (“UCC”) of Purdue Pharma, a manufacturer of prescription opioids, to trace the global assets of the Sackler family, which owned and controlled the company until it filed for bankruptcy. The Sacklers withdrew over $10 billion in profits from the company in the years before
- [Global Search for Assets of High-Profile Family](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/global-asset-search-of-high-profile-family/): The Sacklers withdrew over $10 billion in profits from the company in the years before its bankruptcy filing and have concealed assets in jurisdictions around the world using a variety of trusts and other asset protection vehicles. Nardello & Co. is working with the UCC to locate Sackler family assets and develop asset recovery strategies
- [Examiner's Report into FTX](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/examiners-report-into-ftx/): Overview of Nardello & Co.'s contributions to FTX bankruptcy investigation successes.
- [Our Physical Security Team at Your Disposal](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/our-physical-security-team-at-your-disposal/): Since the distressing news about the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brain Thompson on December 4, 2024, Nardello & Co. has been working with clients who are concerned about the threat of physical violence, have questions around the adequacy of their security posture, and/or who want to better understand their risk profile and monitor threats. Our
- [Clue Up on How to Become a Corporate Investigator](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/clue-up-on-how-to-become-a-corporate-investigator/): Nardello & Co. Regional Managing Director of EMEA Chris Morgan Jones spoke with The Times this week to demystify the investigations sector and the role investigators play in complex and high stakes cases. For Chris, “This role does something at once fascinating and important. Much of our work helps people recover money or opportunities that
- [Security Scrutinized After Trump Assassination Attempt](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/security-scrutinized-after-trump-assassination-attempt/): Former FBI agent Timothy Gallagher discusses investigation into Trump assassination attempt, focusing on key questions regarding motivation and timeline of events.
- [We are pleased to announce our new office spaces in New York and San Francisco](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-moves-to-larger-nyc-headquarters-and-opens-office-in-san-francisco/): Nardello & Co. expands with new offices in NYC and San Francisco, strengthening our digital forensics capabilities to better serve our clients' evolving needs.
- [China’s new anti-graft agency brings key compliance risk](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/chinas-new-anti-graft-agency-brings-key-compliance-risk/): Analysis of compliance implications from China's National Supervisory Commission featuring expert commentary.
- [‘Everyone Has to Give Blood Sometime’: Lessons for Theranos Investors](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/everyone-has-to-give-blood-sometime-lessons-for-theranos-investors/): Analyze lessons from Theranos fraud case and importance of thorough due diligence. Learn key steps investors can take to avoid being victimized by deception.
- [Offshore Funds Pose Dilemma for GPs](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/offshore-funds-pose-dilemma-for-gps/): Examination of challenges private equity firms face balancing transparency demands with tax efficiency in offshore operations.
- [Nardello & Co. Boosts London Presence with Managing Directors Jenna Burton and Daria Plakhova-Freshville](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-boosts-london-presence-with-managing-directors-jenna-burton-and-daria-plakhova-freshville/): Asset investigation discovers country's revenue from Internet site licenses, providing leverage for negotiation while identifying risk to licensing jurisdiction status.
- [The Case for Lateral Partner Due Diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-case-for-lateral-partner-due-diligence-2/): Analysis of importance of thorough background checks for lateral law firm partner hires examining risks and best practices.
- [A Practical Look at the GDPR’s Data Breach Notification Provision](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/a-practical-look-at-the-gdprs-data-breach-notification-provision/): Analysis of GDPR data breach notification requirements featuring expert insights from Nardello & Co.'s Mark Ray.
- [Global Investigations Firm Nardello & Co. Continues Recent Expansion, Adding DEA Agent Joe Thompson in New York](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/global-investigations-firm-nardello-co-continues-recent-expansion-adding-dea-agent-joe-thompson-in-new-york/): Announcement of Joseph Thompson joining with expertise in international drug trafficking investigations.
- [Recent CEO Exit Latest in a String of Misconduct Resignations](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/recent-ceo-exit-latest-in-a-string-of-misconduct-resignations/): Analysis of CEO resignations featuring Sabina Menschel's insights on executive due diligence.
- [Wall Street’s $1bn messaging ‘nightmare’](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/wall-streets-1bn-messaging-nightmare/): Analysis of communication monitoring challenges featuring Dan Nardello's insights.
- [Nardello Welcomes Managing Directors in New York and London](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-welcomes-managing-directors-in-new-york-and-london/): Announcement of Alan Kennedy and Chris Ribeiro joining Nardello & Co.
- [Doing Business In ASEAN - Opportunities and Political Risks](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/doing-business-in-asean-opportunities-and-political-risks/): Podcast interview with Matthew Garland on business risks in ASEAN region.
- [Nardello On Doing Global Investigation Work 'The Right Way'](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-on-doing-global-investigation-work-the-right-way/): Interview with Dan Nardello discussing firm's approach to global investigations.
- [Skadden Partner Warren Feldman Joins Nardello & Co.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/skadden-partner-warren-feldman-joins-nardello-co/): Announcement of Warren Feldman's appointment as senior counsel at Nardello & Co.
- [Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce Profiles Managing Director Nicholas Blank](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/hong-kong-general-chamber-of-commerce-profiles-managing-director-nicholas-blank/): Profile of Nicholas Blank discussing investigation practices and Hong Kong business environment.
- [Latin Lawyer-GIR Live Anti-Corruption & Investigations: Mitigating Risk in Transactions](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/latin-lawyer-gir-live-anti-corruption-investigations-mitigating-risk-in-transactions/): Coverage of panel discussion on transaction risk mitigation featuring Allison Everhardt's expertise.
- [If women are so great why don’t more of them run the place?](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/if-women-are-so-great-why-dont-more-of-them-run-the-place/): Analysis of #MeToo impact on business investigations featuring Dan Nardello's insights.
- [GCC firms can increase appeal to foreign companies by investing in self-due diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/gcc-firms-can-increase-appeal-to-foreign-companies-by-investing-in-self-due-diligence/): Discussion of self-due diligence benefits for Gulf companies featuring Dan Nardello's expertise.
- [CITY FOCUS: Have we seen the back of bribery as new act comes into force?](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/city-focus-have-we-seen-the-back-of-bribery-as-new-act-comes-into-force/): Analysis of UK Bribery Act impact featuring Dan Nardello's expert commentary.
- [Investigative Firm Nardello & Co. Opens Office in Hong Kong, Expanding Global Reach](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/investigative-firm-nardello-co-opens-office-in-hong-kong-expanding-global-reach/): Announcement of Nardello & Co.'s Hong Kong office opening expanding Asia presence.
- [Low Hopes for FCPA Guidance](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/low-hopes-for-fcpa-guidance/): Analysis of industry expectations for FCPA guidance featuring Dan Nardello's insights.
- [Stockman Reveals Reputations Don’t Return When Prosecutors Walk](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/stockman-reveals-reputations-dont-return-when-prosecutors-walk/): Analysis of reputational impact on executives facing dropped charges featuring Nardello & Co.'s investigation work.
- [My firm conducts global investigations. Here’s what needs to happen for Khashoggi.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/my-firm-conducts-global-investigations-heres-what-needs-to-happen-for-khashoggi-2/): Opinion piece outlining investigative requirements for Khashoggi case based on professional experience.
- [Fearing future #MeToo allegations, a growing number of companies are turning to reputation management firms](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/fearing-future-metoo-allegations-a-growing-number-of-companies-are-turning-to-reputation-management-firms/): Report on increased corporate demand for background investigations following #MeToo movement.
- [Boards Rely on Intense Vetting for New Leaders After #MeToo](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/boards-rely-on-intense-vetting-for-new-leaders-after-metoo/): Discussion of enhanced executive vetting practices following #MeToo movement featuring Sabina Menschel's expertise.
- [In the wake of #MeToo, companies turn to private investigators to identify predators in their ranks](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/in-the-wake-of-metoo-companies-turn-to-private-investigators-to-identify-predators-in-their-ranks/): Examination of increased demand for investigative services following #MeToo movement featuring Dan Nardello's insights.
- [Fallout from cyberattack on Atlanta computers still unclear](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/fallout-from-cyberattack-on-atlanta-computers-still-unclear/): Analysis of Atlanta ransomware attack impact featuring expert commentary from Nardello & Co.'s Mark Ray.
- [Cybersecurity Challenges For The Boardroom: What Publicly Traded Companies Should Consider](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/cybersecurity-challenges-for-the-boardroom-what-publicly-traded-companies-should-consider/): Expert discussion of key cybersecurity concerns for public companies featuring Nardello & Co. specialists.
- [Frequently Asked Questions: Air Travel and EgyptAir](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/frequently-asked-questions-air-travel-and-egyptair/): Guide addressing safety concerns following EgyptAir incident providing practical travel security information and recommendations.
- [FTX Hires Ex-Regulators to Investigate Firm’s Collapse](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/ftx-hires-ex-regulators-to-investigate-firms-collapse/): Coverage of FTX's engagement of former regulators to investigate collapse.
- [Advancing Anti-Corruption Reforms in Armenia](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/east-west-management-institute/): Nardello & Co. is proud to work with the East West Management Institute (“EWMI”) in support of its Advancing Comprehensive Anti-Corruption Reforms in Armenia program, which is funded by the US State Department’s International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Bureau. The program is helping strengthen Armenia’s ability to prevent and fight corruption through increased transparency and
- [Former Federal Prosecutor IDs Possible Challenges in Norcross Prosecution](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/former-federal-prosecutor-ids-possible-challenges-in-norcross-prosecution/): Howard Master provides expert analysis on legal complexities in Norcross case, distinguishing between legitimate business negotiations and potential criminal conduct.
- [Nardello & Co. Recognized by Chambers and Partners as Only Band 1 Firm in the US for Third Year in a Row](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-recognized-by-chambers-and-partners-as-only-band-1-firm-in-the-us-for-third-year-in-a-row/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has — for the third year in a row — ranked us as the only investigative firm in the US in Band 1 and as a top-tier investigative firm worldwide. Nardello & Co. also earned a Band 1 ranking in Asia-Pacific and was ranked
- [Nardello & Co. Launches Los Angeles Office](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-launches-los-angeles-office/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce the opening of its Los Angeles office. The office will be led by Managing Director Amie Chang, a Los Angeles native who recently moved back to LA. “It’s a natural next step for us to establish a California presence in response to our growing client demands on the
- [Nardello & Co. Again Recognized by Chambers & Partners as Only Band 1 Firm in the US](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-again-recognized-by-chambers-partners-as-only-band-1-firm-in-the-us/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has once again ranked us as the only investigative firm in the US in Band 1 and as a top-tier investigative firm worldwide. Nardello & Co. also earned a Band 1 ranking in Asia-Pacific and was ranked Band 2 for our UK practice. In
- [Intelligence and Investigations Expert Chris Ribeiro Joins Nardello & Co. as Managing Director](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/intelligence-and-investigations-expert-chris-ribeiro-joins-nardello-co-as-managing-director/): Nardello & Co. is pleased to announce that Chris Ribeiro has joined the firm as a Managing Director. He will be based in the New York office. With two decades of government and private sector intelligence experience, Ribeiro has led investigations spanning six continents on issues as varied as geopolitical risk, illicit arms trafficking, technology
- [Dan Nardello Named to Who's Who Legal: Asset Recovery 2024 Report](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/dan-nardello-named-to-whos-who-legal-asset-recovery-2024-report/): Nardello & Co. Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Dan Nardello has been named one of the world’s leading practitioners in the Who’s Who Legal: Asset Recovery 2024 report. Who’s Who Legal recognizes the foremost asset recovery lawyers and experts from both onshore and offshore jurisdictions. Rankings indicate an individual's market-leading expertise in the tracing and
- [Unscrupulous Mortgage Lending](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/unscrupulous-mortgage-lending/): A US financial institution asked Nardello & Co. to investigate the underwriting practices of a major mortgage lender. Although it was well known that this lender had originated billions of dollars of non-performing loans, no one had fully documented the lender’s pattern of providing mortgages to unqualified borrowers. Nardello & Co. contacted more than 1,000
- [Trusted by America’s Most Venerable Arts Venue](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/trusted-by-americas-most-venerable-arts-venue/): Nardello & Co. advises Carnegie Hall, one of the world’s most prestigious performing arts organizations, on third-party and cybersecurity risk governance. Given its global activities and cultural impact, coupled with the frequent participation of sovereign countries, non-governmental organizations and high-profile individuals in cultural programming, fundraising and board activities, the organization navigates an unusually complex risk
- [Third Party Payments in Latin America](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/third-party-payments-in-latin-america/): A US public company with Latin American subsidiaries retained Nardello & Co. to investigate possible FCPA violations when it discovered that one of its primary consultants in Mexico, responsible for negotiating contracts with government agencies, had asked the company to direct his consulting payments to third-party entities in Mexico and another Latin American country. Nardello
- [Retail Website’s Criminal Ties](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/retail-websites-criminal-ties/): Nardello & Co. was retained by a US law firm on behalf of a telecommunications company considering the acquisition of a retail website business. The client was aware of certain allegations concerning historical links between the target company’s principal and individuals with significant criminal histories. Nardello & Co. not only confirmed the details of the
- [Pharmaceutical Share Price](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/practicing-defensive-medicine/): Nardello & Co. was retained by a pharmaceutical company targeted by a research firm that posted allegations about the company that drove down its share price. The client believed the research firm was working in concert with short sellers as part of a coordinated effort to profit from a drop in the company’s share price.
- [Positive Ties with a Ruling Family in Dubai](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/positive-ties-with-a-ruling-family-in-dubai/): On behalf of a European conglomerate, Nardello & Co. was engaged to conduct an in-depth review of the board of directors of a Dubai government entity. Based on a review of public sources and information obtained from business and government sources in the emirate, our investigators determined that the subjects had good reputations and were
- [Overhaul of Fortune 500 Company’s Global Compliance Program](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/overhaul-of-fortune-500-companys-global-compliance-program/): A Fortune 500 manufacturing company retained Nardello & Co. to assess its risk exposure and perform an FCPA-focused due diligence exercise to vet prospective intermediaries around the world and determine their compliance with anti-corruption regulations. As part of this assessment, our team reviewed governance policies, training standards, and the results of intermediary due diligence assessments.
- [Monitorship of a Waste and Recycling Firm](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/monitoring-a-waste-and-recycling-firm/): Nardello & Co. conducted a monitorship of a waste hauler and recycling firm with operations in New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts after one of the firm’s principals was indicted on federal racketeering charges. Working on behalf of the New York City Business Integrity Commission, Nardello & Co. investigators conducted a forensic accounting review of
- [From Philippines to Cayman Islands](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/from-philippines-to-cayman-islands/): Nardello & Co. was engaged by a US manufacturing company to conduct an FCPA investigation into one of its sales agents in India amid whistleblower allegations that the agent had “problematic” ties to various state-owned enterprises. Our open-source research identified media reports alleging that the agent had been implicated in crimes including embezzlement, fraud, money
- [Enforcing Arbitral Judgment Against an African Nation](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/enforcing-arbitral-judgment-against-an-african-nation/): We were retained to search for assets of an African nation to satisfy a multi-million dollar judgment. Our investigative team identified businesses and assets which were previously unknown to the client, including private US companies in which the target country held a significant stake, oil and gas concessions involving payments from foreign companies to the
- [Digging into possible Fortune 500 deal derailment](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/digging-into-possible-fortune-500-deal-derailment/): Nardello & Co. was retained by a Fortune 500 company considering the acquisition of a company with subsidiaries in Asia and Africa. The client was concerned that local agents acting on behalf of the subsidiaries may have been guilty of FCPA violations, which would derail the acquisition. No FCPA violations were identified, but Nardello &
- [Deceptive Cover Uncovered](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/deceptive-cover-uncovered/): On behalf of a public company that experienced a sudden drop in share price, Nardello & Co. was retained to investigate the plaintiffs of the resulting class-action lawsuits. The lead plaintiff - a municipal pension fund whose chairman opposed settlement of the matter - claimed the client had made false statements regarding its financial health,
- [Crisis Response on Behalf of a Large Japanese Company](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/crisis-response-on-behalf-of-a-large-japanese-company/): Nardello & Co. was engaged by a Japanese corporation to conduct a crisis response investigation on behalf of an American subsidiary. On extremely short notice, we deployed a large team of digital investigators to the subsidiary’s headquarters. Coordinating closely with the company’s outside counsel, we worked around-the-clock for nearly two weeks to conduct a comprehensive
- [Corrupt Practices in the Gulf](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/corrupt-practices-in-the-gulf/): For a major US law firm, Nardello & Co. conducted an investigation of a senior executive at a government-owned company in the Gulf Region. The law firm’s client, a multinational conglomerate, had been approached by the executive for payment in return for facilitating its sale of equipment to the government-owned company. Through a series of
- [Middleman Company has Disreputable Ties](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/middleman-with-disreputable-ties/): Nardello & Co. was tasked by a private equity firm to conduct due diligence on a Chinese “middleman” company that had introduced the client to a potential investment target, for which it would be paid a large finder’s fee. We found that the subject had an extremely low media profile, and its webpage was suspiciously
- [Nardello & Co. Expands with Singapore Office Opening](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-expands-with-singapore-office-opening/): Nardello & Co. today announced the launch of its office in Singapore - the firm’s eighth worldwide - to be led by Steven Westervelt, who joined this week as Managing Director. Westervelt is the latest high-profile hire for the firm, which last month added Chief Security Officer Timothy Gallagher, a 20-year veteran of the Federal
- [Government Interference of a share sale in Southeast Asia](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/government-interference-of-a-share-sale-in-southeast-asia/): Investigation demonstrates family member's financial mismanagement through property and litigation records, preventing unsuitable guardianship appointment.
- [Surreptitious Behavior by Disgruntled Shareholder](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/surreptitious-behavior-by-disgruntled-shareholder/): Investigation identifies close ties between subject and corrupt state officials, providing crucial information for client's asset sale strategy.
- [Exposing Hidden Assets of a Public Figure](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/exposing-hidden-assets-of-a-public-figure/): Pro bono investigation traces Alex Jones's assets and income sources to support Sandy Hook families' $1.4 billion damages claim.
- [FCPA Violations and Commercial Fraud in West Africa](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/fcpa-violations-and-commerical-fraud-in-west-africa/): Comprehensive research identifies potential coordination between funds through analysis of trading patterns, personnel links, and communication records.
- [Bribery in Six European Nations](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/bribery-in-six-european-nations/): Three-year investigation of procurement programs leads to recovery of tens of millions through worldwide asset tracing across multiple Asian jurisdictions.
- [Understanding the Media in Ghana](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/understanding-the-media-in-ghana/): Investigation determines executive resignations stemmed from management conflicts rather than underlying problems, providing clarity for strategic investor.
- [Know Your Attackers](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/know-your-attackers/): Research reveals political motivations behind accusations and informs legal strategy through background investigations of potential government witnesses.
- [Accusations of Insider Trading](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/accusations-of-insider-trading/): For a defendant accused in a federal criminal insider trading case, Nardello & Co. developed evidence that identified misrepresentations and misconduct by a cooperating government witness. Undertaking open-source research in public records maintained in multiple jurisdictions in North America and Europe, social media accounts, and discovery material, we exposed false statements made to a prior
- [Whistleblower Alleges FCPA Violations](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/whistleblower-alleges-fcpa-violations/): Nardello & Co. was retained on behalf of an oil and gas company under investigation for alleged FCPA violations. Working with counsel, we developed an investigative strategy to uncover information about the cooperating witnesses, specifically facts that could be used to assess their veracity and impartiality. Our investigators conducted extensive public record research in Ecuador,
- [The spies for hire who pick the bones of corporate scandals](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-spies-for-hire-who-pick-the-bones-of-corporate-scandals/): Profile of corporate investigation industry featuring Nardello & Co. leadership.
- [Government Witness Undermined](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/government-witness-undermined/): Investigation reveals expert witness's connections to tax evasion schemes and offshore operations, undermining credibility in government's tax evasion case.
- [Not All FCPA Allegations Ring True](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/not-all-fcpa-allegations-ring-true/): Investigation reveals whistleblower as terminated competitor after finding no evidence of alleged bid rigging and bribery by Indian distributor.
- [Sovereign Asset Search in Africa](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/sovereign-asset-search-in-africa/): Investigation identifies diverse assets including US companies, French real estate, and UK banking arrangements for $50 million judgment enforcement.
- [Investigation of Suspected Fraud](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/investigation-of-suspected-fraud/): Investigation traces $125 million in missing funds, identifies responsible parties, and documents methodology, enabling legal proceedings initiation.
- [Documenting a Crypto Exchange’s Efforts to Evade Regulatory Guidelines](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/documenting-a-crypto-exchanges-efforts-to-evade-regulatory-guidelines/): Research exposes cryptocurrency company's regulatory evasion scheme and inadequate compliance controls, leading to regulatory referral.
- [Internal Investigation for Public Company in Mexico](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/internal-investigation-for-public-company-in-mexico/): Due diligence confirms positive reputation and minimal recession impact of UAE bank, enabling client to proceed with relationship.
- [Monitoring an International Auction House](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/monitoring-an-international-auction-house/): Investigation finds no FCPA violations but identifies high-risk subsidiaries, enabling acquisition to proceed with strategic closure of vulnerable operations.
- [Antitrust Compliance Monitorship](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/antitrust-compliance-monitorship/): Investigation reveals businessman's recent losses and questionable ventures, helping client successfully defend against proxy solicitation.
- [“Bankrupt” Singaporean Not So Bankrupt](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/bankrupt-singaporean-not-so-bankrupt/): Due diligence uncovers criminal cases and corruption scandal connections among executives, informing client's acquisition negotiation strategy.
- [Investigation into Azerbaijani Investment Leads to Dismissal of FCPA Indictment](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/investigation-into-azerbaijani-investment-leads-to-dismissal-of-fcpa-indictment/): Investigation reveals significant litigation history and regulatory issues with Brazilian entity's principals, leading client to reconsider transaction.
- [Anti-Fraud and Money Laundering Investigation](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/anti-fraud-money-laundering-investigation/): Investigation determines allegations against politically connected agent were unsubstantiated, allowing client to maintain business relationship.
- [Acquittal for Defendant](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/acquittal-for-defendant/): Investigation locates former employees who provide evidence of widespread theft, helping defense team prevent government from presenting misleading narrative about missing evidence.
- [Regulatory Defense for Crypto Clients](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/regulatory-defense-for-crypto-clients-2/): Due diligence identifies royal family connections and diplomatic ties without negative findings, validating potential business relationship.
- [Malware Analysis Impacting an Investment Firm](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/malware-analysis-impacting-an-investment-firm/): Due diligence reveals principal's aggressive business tactics history but determines limited involvement in target subsidiary, enabling informed decision.
- [Data Breach Investigation & Response](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/data-breach-investigation-response/): Investigation exposes witness credibility issues and demonstrates investment rationale through historical due diligence, leading to dismissal of FCPA charges.
- [Global Supply Chain Investigation](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/global-supply-chain-investigation/): Investigation uncovers conflicts of interest and ethical breaches by state officials, supporting defense against $2 billion breach of contract claim.
- [Reviewing Compliance for a Global Financial Services Company](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/reviewing-compliance-for-a-global-financial-services-company/): Research reveals contradictory past statements and negative business history of dissident slate members, contributing to client's proxy battle victory.
- [Defense Against the Dark Web](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/defense-against-the-dark-web/): Investigation reveals commercial bribery without FCPA violations through forensic analysis and witness interviews, avoiding need for self-reporting to authorities.
- [Spurious Allegations Made by Questionable Character](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/spurious-allegations-made-by-questionable-character/): Investigation determines corruption allegations against agent were unfounded, allowing deal team to proceed with transaction while implementing additional safeguards.
- [Coordinated Response to Multilateral Threat](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/coordinated-response-to-multilateral-threat/): Intelligence gathering reveals hidden government shareholdings and political connections, enabling favorable settlement in Southeast Asian investment dispute.
- [Bosses Odd Behavior Observed](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/bosses-odd-behavior-observed/): On behalf of a financial services firm with a senior employee who was engaging in aberrant behavior toward her subordinate and others, Nardello & Co. was retained to conduct a full background investigation of the employee, taking note of her social media postings to determine if they contained any indications of future plans. Our investigative
- [A Mining Company’s Swindling Scheme](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/a-mining-companys-swindling-scheme/): Research exposes pattern of undisclosed related-party transactions and previous corruption allegations, supporting sovereign's arbitration against mining company.
- [Protecting a Venture’s Strategic Information](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/protecting-a-ventures-strategic-information/): A Fortune 100 company retained Nardello & Co. to conduct a due diligence investigation of a Chinese company with which it was intending to partner in a transaction in the Caribbean. Our investigation uncovered direct links to the Chinese state and to government officials, links that illustrated the level of Chinese state interest in the
- [Conducting Sexual Assault-Related Due Diligence on Potential Hire](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/conducting-sexual-assault-related-due-diligence-on-potential-hire/): Investigation disproves assault allegations against executive candidate, uncovering accuser's history of similar claims against high-profile employees for financial gain.
- [An Applicant Who Rose Above His Abilities](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/an-applicant-who-rose-above-his-abilities/): Pre-employment screening reveals undisclosed dismissal and pattern of using political connections, preventing unsuitable senior appointment.
- [Targeting the CEO at Home](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/targeting-the-ceo-at-home/): Investigation reveals partner's cartel connections, enables asset recovery, and negotiates government release of additional assets without improper payments.
- [Delivering a Personal Message to a Bank President](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/delivering-a-personal-message-to-a-bank-president/): Six-month investigation traces fraudulent transfers and identifies assets acquired through partner and lawyer conspiracy, supporting civil recovery case.
- [Likely Agent Not So Likely in the Middle East](https://nardelloandco.com/case-study/likely-agent-not-so-likely-in-the-middle-east/): Investigation reveals agent's limited UAE experience and lack of claimed government connections, leading client to seek alternative representation.
- [Nardello & Co. Leads Chambers and Partners’ 2024 Business Intelligence and Investigations Rankings](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-leads-chambers-and-partners-2024-business-intelligence-and-investigations-rankings-i-rely-on-nardello-co-in-the-most-urgent-of-circumstancesthey-gather-intellig/): Investigation of senior manager in Central Asian subsidiary reveals extent of fraud, leading to implementation of enhanced fraud prevention procedures.
- [Executive Protection Challenges](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/executive-protection-challenges/): Ensure the safety of your organization and its executives in a volatile environment. Our experienced team offers strategic security and risk mitigation services.
- [Managing Reputation Through Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/managing-reputation-through-investigations/): Explore how investigations help build
- [Sticking with the Basics](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/sticking-with-the-basics/): Analyze increasing shareholder activism in 2024 and its impact on corporate boards. Learn strategies for managing activist campaigns and director scrutiny.
- [My firm conducts global investigations. Here’s what needs to happen for Khashoggi.](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/my-firm-conducts-global-investigations-heres-what-needs-to-happen-for-khashoggi/): Analyze requirements for a credible investigation into the Khashoggi case. Learn essential steps for conducting international investigative work.
- [Revisiting the Criminal Defense Subpoena](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/revisiting-the-criminal-defense-subpoena/): Examine the role of criminal defense subpoenas in uncovering truth. Learn how this tool can be used effectively in federal and state courts.
- [China Evergrande: Managing the Risk of a Black Box Economy](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/china-evergrande-managing-the-risk-of-a-black-box-economy/): Examine China Evergrande's default crisis and its implications for investors. Learn about conducting due diligence in China's complex business environment.
- [Batten Down the Hatches: The “Perfect Storm” for White Collar Crime is About to Hit China](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/batten-down-the-hatches-the-perfect-storm-for-white-collar-crime-is-about-to-hit-china/): Analyze supply chain vulnerabilities exposed by COVID-19. Learn approaches for identifying and addressing critical dependencies and single points of failure.
- [Heads Up: Short Sellers Are Not Quarantined](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/heads-up-short-sellers-are-not-quarantined/): Explore increased short selling activity during market volatility. Learn strategies for monitoring and responding to coordinated short seller attacks.
- [Impeaching the Credibility of a Government Witness](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/impeaching-the-credibility-of-a-government-witness/): Explore strategies for investigating and impeaching government witnesses. Learn techniques for uncovering credibility issues through comprehensive background checks.
- [What Do Gumshoes Do When They Can’t Pound the Pavement?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/what-do-gumshoes-do-when-they-cant-pound-the-pavement/): Learn how private investigators adapt methods during pandemic restrictions. Discover digital techniques and remote source cultivation strategies.
- [Modern Risks Demand Modern Due Diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/modern-risks-demand-modern-due-diligence/): Analyze how evolving risks require enhanced due diligence beyond traditional compliance. Learn strategies for addressing emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- [Blind Followers: Popular Misconceptions About Surveillance](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/blind-followers-popular-misconceptions-about-surveillance/): Examine common misconceptions about surveillance in private investigations. Learn its real limitations and appropriate uses in gathering evidence.
- [ESG: Activists’ New BFF](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/esg-activists-new-bff/): Analyze how ESG factors are reshaping corporate board selection and investor activism. Learn strategies for vetting candidates and mitigating ESG-related risks.
- [Independent Investigation into NYU Abu Dhabi Campus Allegations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/independent-investigation-into-nyu-abu-dhabi-campus-allegations/): Examine findings from Nardello & Co.'s investigation into labor practices at NYU Abu Dhabi campus
- [Investigative Due Diligence: Beyond Google](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/investigative-due-diligence-beyond-google/): Learn why professional investigative due diligence goes beyond Google searches. Understand key components: desktop research
- [Implications of the Panama Papers for Panama and Beyond](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/implications-of-the-panama-papers-for-panama-and-beyond/): Explore key lessons from Panama Papers leak: Panama's move toward transparency
- [Corporate Spies Must Toe the Line](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/corporate-spies-must-toe-the-line/): Discussion of legal and ethical boundaries in private investigation, contrasting Hollywood myths with real-world professional standards.
- [The Case for Lateral Partner Due Diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-case-for-lateral-partner-due-diligence/): Examination of why law firms must conduct thorough due diligence on lateral partner hires to protect reputation and avoid costly mistakes.
- [Keeping Predators Out of the Corner Office](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/keeping-predators-out-of-the-corner-office/): Guide to preventing sexual misconduct in corporate leadership through enhanced pre-employment screening and background investigations.
- [Finding the Skeletons in Your Closet—Before the Media Does](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/finding-the-skeletons-in-your-closet-before-the-media-does/): Guide for executives on proactive self-due diligence to identify and address potential reputational risks before they become public scandals.
- [Defending Against Shareholder Activist Attacks: Identifying Their Vulnerabilities (And Yours, Too)](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/defending-against-shareholder-activist-attacks-identifying-their-vulnerabilities-and-yours-too/): Guide to protecting companies against shareholder activist attacks through thorough due diligence and strategic vulnerability assessment.
- [The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: Proving the Negative](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/the-uyghur-forced-labor-prevention-act-proving-the-negative/): Understand implications of the UFLPA for US companies with Chinese suppliers. Learn compliance strategies for complex supply chain due diligence.
- [Will Japan’s Economic Security Push Trigger a Paradigm Shift in Its Due Diligence Mindset?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/will-japans-economic-security-push-trigger-a-paradigm-shift-in-its-due-diligence-mindset/): Analyze Japan's new economic security legislation and its impact on foreign investment. Learn how companies must adapt due diligence practices.
- [Hong Kong’s Summer of Discontent 2.0](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/hong-kongs-summer-of-discontent-2-0/): Examine implications of China's national security law for Hong Kong. Learn impacts on business environment and US-China relations in financial hub.
- [Malaise Till Kingdom Come: Pro-Democracy Protests Push Thailand Into Uncharted Territory](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/malaise-till-kingdom-come-pro-democracy-protests-push-thailand-into-uncharted-territory/): Examine Thailand's unprecedented pro-democracy protests and implications for military control. Learn how shifting dynamics impact political stability.
- [As Shareholder Activists Flex Their Muscles, What Lessons for Japan, <em>Inc</em>?](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/as-shareholder-activists-flex-their-muscles-what-lessons-for-japan-inc/): Analyze rising shareholder activism in Japan following Toshiba case. Learn how Japanese companies can prepare for and respond to activist campaigns.
- [Japan's Attempts to Help Banks Vet <i>Yakuza</i> Links Fall Short](https://nardelloandco.com/our-insights/article/japans-attempts-to-help-banks-vet-yakuza-links-fall-short/): Examination of Japan's efforts to combat yakuza influence in banking through database screening, highlighting system limitations and continued challenges.
- [Offshore Vehicles Make Use of Buyout Brand Names](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/offshore-vehicles-make-use-of-buyout-brand-names/): Investigation reveals widespread use of private equity firm names by offshore companies raising transparency concerns.
- [Nardello & Co. Shortlisted for Global Investigations Review’s (GIR) ‘Investigations Consultancy of the Year’ Award](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-shortlisted-for-global-investigations-reviews-gir-investigations-consultancy-of-the-year-award/): We are proud to announce that Nardello & Co. have been shortlisted for Global Investigations Review’s (GIR) ‘Investigations Consultancy of the Year’ award. The annual awards celebrate the firms that have played a substantial and invaluable role in the most significant cases of the past twelve months. We are delighted to be shortlisted and look
- [How Syria Became the Middle East's Drug Dealer](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/how-syria-became-the-middle-easts-drug-dealer/): Nardello & Co. Managing Director Christopher Urben spoke with Ed Caesar of The New Yorker about the Syrian government’s involvement with the drug market in the Middle East. The region has seen an increase in demand for an amphetamine commonly referred to as Captagon, the spread of which is being enabled by the government of
- [How a Corporate Investigator Rumbled a Dubious Investment](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/how-a-corporate-investigator-rumbled-a-dubious-investment/): Explore Chris Morgan Jones's interview with the Financial Times Adviser, where he discusses the ethical responsibilities of corporate investigators and the importance of reputation in an unregulated industry.
- [Warren Feldman Joins Nardello & Co. as Senior Counsel](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/warren-feldman-joins-nardello-co-as-senior-counsel/): Investigation reveals expert witness's connections to tax evasion schemes and offshore operations, undermining credibility in government's tax evasion case.
- [Sabina Menschel Joins as Managing Director to Head Nardello & Co.’s Washington, DC Office](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/sabina-menschel-joins-as-managing-director-to-head-nardello-co-s-washington-dc-office/): Investigation reveals subject's dismissal from state-owned entity and pattern of leveraging political connections, leading client to reject senior appointment.
- [Nardello & Co. Recognized by Chambers & Partners as Only Band 1 Firm in the US](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-recognized-by-chambers-partners-as-only-band-1-firm-in-the-us/): Investigation uncovers elaborate procurement fraud scheme involving sham firms and international money laundering, leading to criminal prosecution of former employee.
- [Nardello & Co. Partners with Ethisphere Institute to Co-produce a Special Report and Webcast on Third Party Risk.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-partners-with-ethisphere-institute-to-co-produce-a-special-report-and-webcast-on-third-party-risk/): Pre-transaction investigation validates concerns about potential expropriation risk based on controversial national's history of government investigations and seizures.
- [Nardello & Co. Named to 2022 GIR 100](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-named-to-2022-gir-100/): Historical due diligence and witness credibility investigation supports defense strategy in FCPA case, leading to dismissal of indictment against multinational employee.
- [Nardello & Co. Named to 2020 GIR 100](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-named-to-2020-gir-100/): Investigation locates former employees who provide evidence of widespread theft, helping defense team prevent government from presenting misleading narrative about missing evidence.
- [Nardello & Co. Named to 2019 GIR 100](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-named-to-2019-gir-100/): Investigation exposes business partner's cartel links and negotiates asset recovery without improper payments, successfully resolving joint venture termination.
- [Nardello & Co. Named to 2018 GIR 100](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-named-to-2018-gir-100/): Due diligence reveals target company's principals had substantial organized crime connections, enabling client to avoid risky joint venture in Venezuelan market.
- [Nardello & Co. Featured in Risk & Compliance Magazine](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-featured-in-risk-compliance-magazine/): Investigation substantiates claims of distributor making government bribes on regional manager's instructions through forensic review and source inquiries in China.
- [Nardello & Co. Expands Asia Pacific Practice with the Appointment of Amie Chang](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-expands-asia-pacific-practice-with-the-appointment-of-amie-chang/): Investigation disproves assault allegations against executive candidate, uncovering accuser's history of similar claims against high-profile employees for financial gain.
- [Nardello & Co. Co-Hosts Seminar in Milan](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-co-hosts-seminar-in-milan/): Investigation supports publisher's fraud allegations through extensive document retrieval and witness testimony across multiple jurisdictions, leading to favorable settlement.
- [Nardello & Co. Bolsters Leadership as Firm Enters New Growth Phase](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-bolsters-leadership-as-firm-enters-new-growth-phase/): Investigation exposes competitors' illicit operations through front companies and overseas networks, documenting methods used to disguise unlicensed business proceeds.
- [Nardello & Co. Appointed Independent Investigator under the Participating Tobacco Manufacturers Settlement Agreement with the New York State Attorney General’s Office](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-appointed-independent-investigator-under-the-participating-tobacco-manufacturers-settlement-agreement-with-the-new-york-state-attorney-generals-office/): Forensic analysis of suspicious mail identifies sender and determines no toxic substances present, resolving security concerns through cease and desist action.
- [John Auerbach Joins Nardello & Co. as a Managing Director](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/john-auerbach-joins-nardello-co-as-a-managing-director/): Comprehensive investigation including forensic analysis finds no evidence supporting anonymous allegations against senior executive of Fortune 500 company.
- [International Investigator Alan Kennedy Rejoins Nardello & Co. as Managing Director in London](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/international-investigator-alan-kennedy-rejoins-nardello-co-as-managing-director-in-london/): Due diligence investigation of Delhi engineering firm reveals no FCPA concerns but identifies internal financial irregularities, leading to corporate restructuring.
- [Global Investigations Review Recognizes Sabina Menschel in the 2018 Women in Investigations Survey](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/global-investigations-review-recognizes-sabina-menschel-in-the-2018-women-in-investigations-survey/): Investigation reveals crucial witness testimony challenging government claims in negligent death case, leading to acquittal through discovery of prosecutorial misconduct.
- [Former SDNY Prosecutor Howard Master and DEA Official Chris Urben Join Nardello & Co.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/former-sdny-prosecutor-howard-master-and-dea-official-chris-urben-join-nardello-co/): Howard Master discusses NY state aide Linda Sun's alleged double life as Beijing agent, explaining how concealment efforts helped maintain long-term espionage activities.
- [Daniel Nardello is Profiled in Who's Who Legal: Thought Leaders](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/daniel-nardello-is-profiled-in-whos-who-legal-thought-leaders/): Timothy Gallagher addresses security concerns at Wembley following Vienna incident, emphasizing need for enhanced vetting after suspect linked to venue operations.
- [Dan Nardello Urges UK Business to Approach UK Bribery Act with Caution, Not Panic](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/dan-nardello-urges-uk-business-to-approach-uk-bribery-act-with-caution-not-panic/): Chris Urben shares insights on Chinese money launderers' role in fentanyl crisis and their connections to Mexican drug cartels, highlighting national security concerns.
- [Dan Nardello to Speak at Abu Dhabi Summit on Anti-Corruption](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/dan-nardello-to-speak-at-abu-dhabi-summit-on-anti-corruption/): Former FBI agent Timothy Gallagher discusses investigation into Trump assassination attempt, focusing on key questions regarding motivation and timeline of events.
- [Dan Nardello to Conduct Anti-corruption Workshop](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/dan-nardello-to-conduct-anti-corruption-workshop/): Tim Gallagher advises on protecting personal data after major security breach, emphasizing importance of proactive response including password changes and monitoring.
- [Taylor Swift Set for Emotional London Return After Terror Threat](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/taylor-swift-set-for-emotional-london-return-after-terror-threat/): Timothy Gallagher addresses security concerns at Wembley following Vienna incident, emphasizing need for enhanced vetting after suspect linked to venue operations.
- [A Ferrari, a Honolulu Hideaway, Salted Duck - Top NY Official Allegedly Spied for China](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/a-ferrari-a-honolulu-hideaway-salted-duck-top-ny-official-allegedly-spied-for-china/): Howard Master discusses NY state aide Linda Sun's alleged double life as Beijing agent, explaining how concealment efforts helped maintain long-term espionage activities.
- [Marijuana and Mexican Cartels: Inside the Stunning Rise of Chinese Money Launderers](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/marijuana-and-mexican-cartels-inside-the-stunning-rise-of-chinese-money-launderers/): Chris Urben shares insights on Chinese money launderers' role in fentanyl crisis and their connections to Mexican drug cartels, highlighting national security concerns.
- [Data of AT&T Customers Downloaded to Third-party Platform in 2022 Security Breach](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/data-of-att-customers-downloaded-to-third-party-platform-in-2022-security-breach/): Tim Gallagher advises on protecting personal data after major security breach, emphasizing importance of proactive response including password changes and monitoring.
- [Trump-Fueled Attacks Test Prosecutors Pursuing Elected Officials](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/trump-fueled-attacks-test-prosecutors-pursuing-elected-officials/): Former prosecutor Howard Master discusses how attacks on justice system integrity create challenges for prosecutors trying cases against elected officials.
- [Activist Investing Today: Featuring Dan Nardello](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/activist-investing-today-featuring-dan-nardello/): Podcast exploring activist investing investigations with Dan Nardello.
- [Legal Lens: Howard Master on Investigations, Forensics, and More](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/legal-lens-howard-master-on-investigations-forensics-and-more/): Podcast discussion of investigations and forensics in bankruptcy cases.
- [Indictment of Rep. Henry Cuellar puts Spotlight on Foreign Influence on Capitol Hill](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/indictment-of-rep-henry-cuellar-puts-spotlight-on-foreign-influence-on-capitol-hill/): Analysis of foreign influence cases featuring Howard Master's expertise.
- [FTX Spurs Corporate Sleuths Nardello Into Ch. 11 Probes](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/ftx-spurs-corporate-sleuths-nardello-into-ch-11-probes/): Coverage of Nardello & Co.'s expanding bankruptcy investigation practice.
- [Truck Plows into Texas Department of Public Safety Office](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/truck-plows-into-texas-department-of-public-safety-office/): Expert commentary from Tim Gallagher on investigation of intentional crash.
- [CEOs’ ‘Unsavory’ Friendships Create Legal Risks](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/ceos-unsavory-friendships-create-legal-risks/): Analysis of legal risks from CEO relationships featuring Sabina Menschel's expertise.
- [Global Investigations Firm Nardello & Co. Expands With Digital Forensics Expert Joseph Pochron](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/global-investigations-firm-nardello-co-expands-with-digital-forensics-expert-joseph-pochron/): Announcement of Joseph Pochron joining digital investigations practice.
- [Activist Battle Tips: 'Hair-Raising' Red Flags Detailed At Tulane](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/activist-battle-tips-hair-raising-red-flags-detailed-at-tulane/): Coverage of Dan Nardello's insights on activist investor defense at Tulane conference.
- [Nardello & Co. Expand Leadership Team](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-expand-leadership-team/): Coverage of new senior appointments strengthening EMEA practice leadership.
- [Nardello & Co. Adds Ex-Prosecutor As Managing Director](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-adds-ex-prosecutor-as-managing-director/): Report on former federal prosecutor joining Nardello & Co. Los Angeles office.
- [Nardello & Co. Continues Global Expansion with New Leadership in EMEA](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-continues-global-expansion-with-new-leadership-in-emea/): Announcement of new EMEA leadership appointments expanding global presence.
- [Global Investigations Firm Nardello & Co. Expands With Former Federal Prosecutor & Cybersecurity Pro Wendy Wu in LA](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/global-investigations-firm-nardello-co-expands-with-former-federal-prosecutor-cybersecurity-pro-wendy-wu-in-la/): Coverage of Wendy Wu's appointment strengthening West Coast presence.
- [Former Federal Prosecutor Wu Joins Nardello & Co. in Los Angeles](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/former-federal-prosecutor-wu-joins-nardello-co-in-los-angeles/): Announcement of Wendy Wu joining LA office digital investigations practice.
- [Red Sox star David Ortiz says he’s being extorted](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/red-sox-star-david-ortiz-says-hes-being-extorted/): Expert commentary from Tim Gallagher on David Ortiz extortion case.
- [Fatal Fake Check Fraud](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/fatal-fake-check-fraud/): Case study of multi-state check counterfeiting investigation by Tim Gallagher.
- [Cryptocurrency Is Modern Ransomware's Double-Edged Sword](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/cryptocurrency-is-modern-ransomwares-double-edged-sword/): Analysis of cryptocurrency's role in ransomware attacks featuring Timothy Gallagher's expertise.
- [Where Are All the Toys and Assets of the Russian Oligarchs?](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/where-are-all-the-toys-and-assets-of-the-russian-oligarchs/): Investigation of Russian oligarch asset tracking challenges amid sanctions.
- [Former FBI Cyber Expert: For Law Firms, Business Email Compromise Should Be ‘Front of Mind’](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/former-fbi-cyber-expert-for-law-firms-business-email-compromise-should-be-front-of-mind/): Interview with Timothy Gallagher on cybersecurity threats facing law firms.
- [Nardello Welcomes Cyber Defense Leader](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-welcomes-cyber-defense-leader/): Coverage of Timothy Gallagher's appointment as managing director of cyber defense.
- [Internal Investigations Can Curb Bullying](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/internal-investigations-can-curb-bullying/): Guide on using internal investigations to address workplace bullying and harassment.
- [Transnational Criminal Organizations: The Menacing Threat to the U.S. Homeland](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/transnational-criminal-organizations-the-menacing-threat-to-the-u-s-homeland/): Congressional testimony by Chris Urben on threats from transnational criminal organizations.
- [Nardello & Co. Continues DC Expansion with Addition of Cyber Defense Leader Timothy Gallagher](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-continues-dc-expansion-with-addition-of-cyber-defense-leader-timothy-gallagher/): Announcement of Timothy Gallagher joining as Managing Director of Digital Investigations & Cyber Defense.
- [The Political Hazards of Economic Decoupling From China](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-political-hazards-of-economic-decoupling-from-china/): Examination of risks for companies relocating manufacturing from China to Southeast Asia.
- [The China-Mexico fentanyl pipeline: increasingly sophisticated and deadly](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-china-mexico-fentanyl-pipeline-increasingly-sophisticated-and-deadly/): Analysis of fentanyl trafficking between China and Mexico featuring Chris Urban's expert insights.
- [Why the Am Law 100 Is Hiring More Private Investigators](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/why-the-am-law-100-is-hiring-more-private-investigators/): Analysis of increasing law firm demand for investigative services featuring insights from Dan Nardello.
- [Risky Business: Due Diligence – Private Investigations of Public Importance with Dan Nardello of Nardello & Co.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/risky-business-due-diligence-private-investigations-of-public-importance-with-dan-nardello-of-nardello-co/): Podcast discussion
- [George Santos and the failure of imagination](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/george-santos-and-the-failure-of-imagination/): Commentary on George Santos scandal and verification failures.
- [Due Diligence Strategies Under Hong Kong’s New Cryptocurrency Rules](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/due-diligence-strategies-under-hong-kongs-new-cryptocurrency-rules/): Analysis of due diligence requirements under new Hong Kong crypto regulations.
- [No 'Gray Area' In Lawyers' Oversight of Investigators, Commentator Argues](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/no-gray-area-in-lawyers-oversight-of-investigators-commentator-argues/): Dan Nardello's argument for clear lawyer accountability in investigator oversight.
- [Sandy Hook families get approval to dig into Alex Jones's finances](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/sandy-hook-families-get-approval-to-dig-into-alex-joness-finances/): Report on court approval for Nardello & Co. to investigate Alex Jones's finances.
- [Sandy Hook Families Retain Investigations Firm In Ch. 11 Case](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/sandy-hook-families-retain-investigations-firm-in-ch-11-case/): Coverage of Nardello & Co.'s pro bono advisory role in Sandy Hook families' case.
- [The Court Just Hired a Forensic Financial Adviser for Alex Jones' Bankruptcy Case](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-court-just-hired-a-forensic-financial-adviser-for-alex-jones-bankruptcy-case/): Announcement of Nardello & Co.'s appointment in Alex Jones bankruptcy case.
- [NY Chief Judges Failed To Report Taxable Chauffeur Perks](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/ny-chief-judges-failed-to-report-taxable-chauffeur-perks/): Commentary on judicial misuse of government resources featuring Howard Master's insights.
- [Meet the power players trying to make FTX customers whole](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/meet-the-power-players-trying-to-make-ftx-customers-whole/): Profile of key figures working to recover assets in FTX bankruptcy case.
- [FTX’s New CEO Faults Lax Oversight in Bankruptcy Filing](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/ftxs-new-ceo-faults-lax-oversight-in-bankruptcy-filing/): Report on FTX bankruptcy revealing financial oversight failures.
- [‘Troves of Money to Be Realized’ — SEC Enacts Monumental Whistleblower Changes](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/troves-of-money-to-be-realized-sec-enacts-monumental-whistleblower-changes/): Analysis of SEC whistleblower program changes featuring Howard Master's commentary.
- [Nardello Opens New LA Office Led By Ex-DOD Analyst](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-opens-new-la-office-led-by-ex-dod-analyst/): Announcement of new Los Angeles office opening led by former DOD intelligence analyst.
- [Cryptocurrency sanctions case highlights ransomware liability](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/cryptocurrency-sanctions-case-highlights-ransomware-liability/): Discussion of cryptocurrency sanctions enforcement featuring Scott Nawrocki's expertise.
- [The Indictment of the Nation’s Longest-Serving Legislative Leader](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-indictment-of-the-nations-longest-serving-legislative-leader/): Commentary on Mike Madigan indictment from Howard Master.
- [Dud Lateral Partner Hires and How to Avoid Them](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/dud-lateral-partner-hires-and-how-to-avoid-them/): Discussion of law firm lateral hire due diligence featuring Nardello & Co. expertise.
- [Prosecutor Moves Highlight Brisk Demand for White-Collar Work](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/prosecutor-moves-highlight-brisk-demand-for-white-collar-work/): Analysis of prosecutor career moves reflecting increased white-collar investigation demand.
- [Former SDNY Prosecutor And DEA Official Join Nardello & Co.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/former-sdny-prosecutor-and-dea-official-join-nardello-co/): Announcement of new hires with federal prosecution and DEA experience joining Nardello & Co.
- [Microsoft Gambles on Troubled Activision, But Risks Are Likely Manageable](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/microsoft-gambles-on-troubled-activision-but-risks-are-likely-manageable/): Analysis of Microsoft-Activision deal featuring Sabina Menschel's commentary on acquisition due diligence.
- [Corporate investigators to step up Gulf presence](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/corporate-investigators-to-step-up-gulf-presence/): Coverage of Nardello & Co.'s expansion into Middle East market.
- [Britain goes to war on bribery](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/britain-goes-to-war-on-bribery/): Analysis of UK anti-bribery legislation impact featuring Dan Nardello's perspective.
- [The Changing Landscape in Africa](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-changing-landscape-in-africa/): Discussion of business investigation trends in Africa featuring Dan Nardello's insights.
- [AICPA Conference Tackles Hot Global Business Issues](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/aicpa-conference-tackles-hot-global-business-issues/): Coverage of AICPA conference discussion on emerging market due diligence featuring Dan Nardello.
- [How I Made Managing Director and Counsel to the CEO](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/how-i-made-managing-director-and-counsel-to-the-ceo/): Interview with Howard Master on career transition to Nardello & Co.
- [Corporate intelligence firms follow US graft probes to Asia](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/corporate-intelligence-firms-follow-us-graft-probes-to-asia/): Report on investigative firms' expansion into Asia following increased anti-corruption enforcement.
- [China corporate records policy shift: what hedge funds need to know](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/china-corporate-records-policy-shift-what-hedge-funds-need-to-know/): Analysis of impact of China's corporate records policy changes on due diligence practices.
- [US Weighs Retail Sweep after Wal-Mart Bribery Scandal](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/us-weighs-retail-sweep-after-wal-mart-bribery-scandal/): Examination of potential regulatory response to Wal-Mart bribery scandal with expert commentary.
- [Risk Management Firm Plays It Smart](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/risk-management-firm-plays-it-smart/): Coverage of Nardello & Co.'s strategic expansion into Hong Kong market.
- [Conducting Anti-Corruption Due Diligence on Third Parties](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/conducting-anti-corruption-due-diligence-on-third-parties/): Guide to effective third-party due diligence practices featuring Nardello & Co. expertise.
- [Barred by Britain, exiled Thai PM seeks new home](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/barred-by-britain-exiled-thai-pm-seeks-new-home/): Analysis of exiled Thai leader's options featuring expert commentary from Dan Nardello.
- [Nardello & Co.’s Michael Ramos Discusses Aspects of the Bernie Madoff Case](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-s-michael-ramos-discusses-aspects-of-the-bernie-madoff-case/): Expert commentary on Bernie Madoff fraud case from former federal prosecutor Michael Ramos.
- [US Cracks Down on Corporate Bribes](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/us-cracks-down-on-corporate-bribes/): Analysis of DOJ's increased FCPA enforcement and impact on corporate investigations industry.
- [Greasing Palms With a Hunk of Cheese](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/greasing-palms-with-a-hunk-of-cheese/): Article examining bribery practices and anti-corruption enforcement measures.
- [His P.I. biz spans the globe](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/his-p-i-biz-spans-the-globe/): Profile of Daniel Nardello and his global investigative firm highlighting notable cases and expertise.
- [How the Recent Facebook Hack is Different Than Cambridge Analytica](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/how-the-recent-facebook-hack-is-different-than-cambridge-analytica/): Expert analysis of Facebook security breach comparing technical aspects with Cambridge Analytica incident.
- [GDPR Priorities: Public Companies Must Urgently Handle Data Breaches](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/gdpr-priorities-public-companies-must-urgently-handle-data-breaches/): Analysis of GDPR compliance challenges for public companies regarding data breach response requirements.
- [Investigations Firm Nardello Hires Chief Legal Officer](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/investigations-firm-nardello-hires-chief-legal-officer/): Announcement of Mark Califano's appointment as chief legal officer and regional managing director at Nardello & Co.
- [3 Considerations for Employers Conducting Harassment Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/3-considerations-for-employers-conducting-harassment-investigations/): Guide outlining key factors for employers to consider when investigating workplace harassment claims.
- [apan cracks down on cryptocurrency exchange](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/apan-cracks-down-on-cryptocurrency-exchange/): Coverage of Japanese FSA raid on Coincheck following major cryptocurrency theft featuring expert analysis.
- [The Other Cyberthreat: Business Email Compromise Schemes](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-other-cyberthreat-business-email-compromise-schemes/): Examination of business email compromise threats and their impact on organizations beyond traditional data breaches.
- [The Morning Risk Report: Compliance is Key to M&A Due Diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-morning-risk-report-compliance-is-key-to-ma-due-diligence/): Analysis emphasizing importance of early compliance involvement in merger and acquisition due diligence process.
- [Business must get prepared for new bribery laws](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/business-must-get-prepared-for-new-bribery-laws/): Article discussing corporate preparation needs for compliance with new anti-bribery regulations.
- [How Federal Crackdown on Bribery Hurts Business and Enriches Insiders](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/how-federal-crackdown-on-bribery-hurts-business-and-enriches-insiders/): Examination of FCPA regulations' effectiveness and impact on business featuring Dan Nardello's insights.
- [Nardello & Co. Expands Global Investigation Practice](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-expands-global-investigation-practice/): Coverage of Nardello & Co.'s expansion with new senior hires in Washington DC Hong Kong and Dubai.
- [Nardello & Co. Expands Global Investigation Practice with Major New Hires in US, Asia, Middle East](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-co-expands-global-investigation-practice-with-major-new-hires-in-us-asia-middle-east/): Announcement of strategic expansion with senior hires in Washington DC Hong Kong and Dubai offices.
- [Update Statement from Tamkeen](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/update-statement-from-tamkeen/): Official statement announcing Nardello & Co.'s appointment to review labor compliance at NYU Abu Dhabi campus project.
- [Labor Conditions at N.Y.U.’s Abu Dhabi Campus to Be Investigated by US Firm](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/labor-conditions-at-n-y-u-s-abu-dhabi-campus-to-be-investigated-by-us-firm/): Announcement of Nardello & Co.'s appointment to investigate labor violations at NYU Abu Dhabi campus construction.
- [NYUAD Hires New Investigators to Revisit Labor Conditions](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nyuad-hires-new-investigators-to-revisit-labor-conditions/): NYU Abu Dhabi engages Nardello & Co. to investigate labor conditions following media reports of violations.
- [Daniel Nardello – Q&A by Jeff Storey](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/daniel-nardello-qa-by-jeff-storey/): Profile interview with Daniel Nardello discussing his background leadership of global investigative firm and industry trends.
- [A Third of Workers at N.Y.U.’s Abu Dhabi Site Lacked Labor Protections, Report Finds](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/a-third-of-workers-at-n-y-u-s-abu-dhabi-site-lacked-labor-protections-report-finds/): Investigation confirms 10000 workers at NYU Abu Dhabi campus excluded from university's labor protection guidelines.
- [Thousands of Workers Were Denied NYU’s Protections on Abu Dhabi Project, Probe Finds](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/thousands-of-workers-were-denied-nyus-protections-on-abu-dhabi-project-probe-finds/): Independent investigation reveals significant portion of NYU Abu Dhabi workforce excluded from enhanced labor protections.
- [NYU Project Violated Its Own Labor Rules](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nyu-project-violated-its-own-labor-rules/): Report finds 10000 workers at NYU Abu Dhabi campus worked under conditions violating university's labor guidelines.
- [Lapses in Labor Monitoring](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/lapses-in-labor-monitoring/): Investigation reveals third of workers at NYU Abu Dhabi campus excluded from labor protections due to monitoring failures.
- [NYU Abu Dhabi workers entitled to better, report finds](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nyu-abu-dhabi-workers-entitled-to-better-report-finds/): Review confirms allegations of labor violations at NYU Abu Dhabi campus construction site affecting worker conditions.
- [Uncovering Abuses in Abu Dhabi](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/uncovering-abuses-in-abu-dhabi/): Interview with Daniel Nardello discussing findings of investigation into labor practices at NYU's Abu Dhabi campus construction.
- [NYU set to compensate thousands of migrant workers on Abu Dhabi complex](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nyu-set-to-compensate-thousands-of-migrant-workers-on-abu-dhabi-complex/): Investigation reveals labor violations in NYU Abu Dhabi campus construction affecting thousands of migrant workers.
- [US Treasury to track cash buyers of prime real estate](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/us-treasury-to-track-cash-buyers-of-prime-real-estate/): Report on Treasury Department's initiative to identify cash buyers of luxury real estate through title insurance companies.
- [Firm Linked to Panama Papers Targeted in Brazil, Could Face US Probe](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/firm-linked-to-panama-papers-targeted-in-brazil-could-face-us-probe/): Coverage of investigations into Mossack Fonseca law firm connected to Panama Papers leak facing scrutiny in multiple countries.
- [Nardello hires former US diplomat to lead Hong Kong practice](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/nardello-hires-former-us-diplomat-to-lead-hong-kong-practice/): Announcement of Amie Chang's appointment as head of Nardello & Co.'s Hong Kong office highlighting diplomatic background.
- [The Panama Papers and the Road to Transparency: With the new data release on May 9, investigators look at the facts](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-panama-papers-and-the-road-to-transparency-with-the-new-data-release-on-may-9-investigators-look-at-the-facts/): Analysis of Panama Papers impact examining implications of massive data leak exposing offshore financial dealings worldwide.
- [Court-ordered documents undermine Uber’s claim that it knew nothing of secret investigation](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/court-ordered-documents-undermine-ubers-claim-that-it-knew-nothing-of-secret-investigation/): Documents reveal Uber's general counsel initiated controversial investigation despite company's earlier denials of involvement.
- [Uber Background Check on Legal Adversaries Backfires](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/uber-background-check-on-legal-adversaries-backfires/): Report on failed background check attempt by Uber against legal opponent highlighting investigative firm's questionable methods.
- [Uber’s Spy Hire Shows Ethical Blowback For Lawyers](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/ubers-spy-hire-shows-ethical-blowback-for-lawyers/): Investigation of controversial background check conducted by Uber revealing ethical concerns and potential legal implications.
- [Corporate Spies Must Toe the Line](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/corporate-spies-must-toe-the-line-2/): Analysis of legal and ethical boundaries in private investigation industry contrasting Hollywood portrayals with real-world constraints.
- [Former McGraw Hill General Counsel Lucy Fato Joins Investigations Firm Nardello & Co.](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/former-mcgraw-hill-general-counsel-lucy-fato-joins-investigations-firm-nardello-co/): Coverage of Lucy Fato's move to Nardello & Co. from McGraw Hill Financial highlighting her expertise in compliance and governance.
- [Lucy Fato joins Nardello as general counsel](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/lucy-fato-joins-nardello-as-general-counsel/): Announcement of Lucy Fato's appointment as managing director head of Americas and global general counsel at Nardello & Co.
- [The Morning Risk Report: Asian Companies More Alert to FCPA Risks](https://nardelloandco.com/news/in-the-press/the-morning-risk-report-asian-companies-more-alert-to-fcpa-risks/): Report examining increased awareness of FCPA compliance risks among Asian companies and evolving regulatory landscape.
- [Nardello & Co. Opens Office in Washington, DC](https://nardelloandco.com/news/announcement/nardello-co-opens-office-in-washington-dc/): Investigation reveals whistleblower's criminal history and relationship with employee, exposing false allegations as attempted extortion against CEO and company.

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## People

- [John Slavek](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/john-slavek/)
- [Richard Bowles](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/richard-bowles/): Richard Bowles, Managing Director at Nardello & Co. in London, leads due diligence and investigative teams, supporting multinationals and law firms.
- [Lucy Fato](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/lucy-fato/): Explore Lucy's extensive experience in legal and compliance roles, her leadership at AIG, and her recognition as a top influencer in corporate governance.
- [Austin P. Berglas](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/austin-p-berglas/)
- [Ken Newlands](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/ken-newlands/)
- [Emily Butler](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/emily-butler/)
- [Jack Bunting](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/jack-bunting/)
- [Howard S. Master](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/howard-s-master/): Howard offers unparalleled support in white collar crime, fraud investigations, and civil litigation, leveraging his extensive experience in high-profile cases and strategic advice.
- [Dan Nardello](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/dan-nardello/): Meet Dan Nardello, a leading investigator and founder of Nardello & Co. Learn about his approach to high-profile investigations and complex legal matters.
- [Chris Morgan Jones](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-morgan-jones/): Chris Morgan Jones's extensive expertise in multi-jurisdictional investigations includes fraud, cybersecurity, and asset tracing, with over 25 years of experience.
- [Beth Walton](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/beth-walton/): Discover the expertise of Beth Walton, a leader in research and training with 20 years of experience in investigative research and business intelligence.
- [Michael J. Ramos](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/michael-j-ramos/): Discover Michael Ramos's extensive 30-year legal career at Nardello & Co., specializing in litigation support and investigations across multiple jurisdictions.
- [Amie Chang](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/amie-chang/): Amie Chang, Managing Director at Nardello & Co., leads complex investigations in Los Angeles, leveraging over a decade of experience in Asia and global risk consulting.
- [Michael E. Dinet](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/michael-e-dinet/)
- [Steven Westervelt](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/steven-westervelt/): Steven Westervelt leads our Singapore office, offering deep expertise in investigations and advisory services, ensuring comprehensive solutions for complex matters in Asia.
- [Nicholas Blank](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/nicholas-blank/): Nicholas Blank offers over 20 years of investigative experience in Greater China and Asia, focusing on conflicts of interest, fraud, and intellectual property theft.
- [Alan Kennedy](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/alan-kennedy/): Alan Kennedy brings extensive investigative experience, focusing on reputation management, investigative services, and international arbitration across EMEA.
- [Daria Plakhova-Freshville](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/daria-plakhova-freshville/): With two decades of investigative experience, Daria Plakhova-Freshville specializes in asset tracing and fraud investigations, serving clients across the EMEA and North America.
- [Jenna Burton](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/jenna-burton/): With extensive experience in investigations and litigation support, Jenna Burton specializes in complex global disputes and asset recovery across EMEA.
- [Thomas F. Feeney](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/thomas-f-feeney/): Thomas, a key member of Nardello & Co., excels in litigation support and fraud investigations, bringing extensive experience in white-collar crime and anti-corruption.
- [Sabina Menschel](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/sabina-menschel/): Sabina Menschel has 25 years of investigative excellence in due diligence and fraud recovery. Recognized as a top investigator for financial institutions and law firms.
- [Alex Vosghanian](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/alex-vosghanian/)
- [Rie Hatano](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/rie-hatano/)
- [Molly Vaughan](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/molly-vaughan/)
- [Hossam Heikal](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/hossam-heikal/)
- [Alice Noizet](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/alice-noizet-2/)
- [Tara Allport](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/tara-allport/)
- [Peter Woglom](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/peter-woglom/)
- [Alice Noizet](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/alice-noizet-2/)
- [Andrew Tappeto](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/andrew-tappeto/)
- [Adam Wolken](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/adam-wolken/)
- [Peter Tutton](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/peter-tutton/)
- [Chris Martin](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-martin/)
- [Katherine Kaze](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/katherine-kaze/)
- [King Chan](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/king-chan/)
- [Sam Brothers](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/sam-brothers/)
- [Tara Allport](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/tara-allport/)
- [John Auerbach](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/john-auerbach/)
- [Elizabeth Anscombe](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/elizabeth-anscombe/): Elizabeth leads Nardello & Co's marketing and business development from New York, focusing on brand identity, client engagement, and strategic vision
- [Stephen Braswell](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/stephen-braswell/)
- [Wendy Bellus](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/wendy-bellus/)
- [Tim Gallagher](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/timothy-gallagher/)
- [Warren Feldman](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/warren-feldman/)
- [Tara MacMillan](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/tara-macmillan/)
- [Ajay Junnarkar](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/ajay-junnarkar/)
- [Nicholas Peck](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/nicholas-peck/)
- [David Raskin](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/david-raskin/)
- [Chris Ribeiro](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-j-ribeiro/)
- [Andrew Tappeto](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/andrew-tappeto/)
- [Nikita Vaidya](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/nikita-vaidya/)
- [Beth Walton](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/beth-walton/)
- [Steven Westervelt](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/steven-westervelt/)
- [Wendy T. Wu](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/wendy-t-wu/)
- [Chris Morgan Jones](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-morgan-jones/)
- [Howard S. Master](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/howard-s-master/)
- [Mark Kronfeld](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/mark-kronfeld/)
- [Amie Chang](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/amie-chang/)
- [Puneet Kakkar](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/puneet-kakkar/)
- [Puneet Kakkar](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/puneet-kakkar/)
- [Ligia Bezerra](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/ligia-bezerra/)
- [Dan Nardello](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/dan-nardello/): Meet Dan Nardello, a leading investigator and founder of Nardello & Co. Learn about his approach to high-profile investigations and complex legal matters.
- [Michael James](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/michael-james/)
- [Mark Kronfeld](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/mark-kronfeld/)
- [Michael J. Ramos](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/michael-j-ramos/)
- [Lucy Fato](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/lucy-fato/)
- [Grégoire Chertok](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/gregoire-chertok/)
- [James M. Aquilina](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/james-m-aquilina/)
- [David Fox](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/david-fox/)
- [Chris Jones](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-jones/)
- [Matt Symonds](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/matt-symonds/)
- [Sabina Menschel](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/sabina-menschel/)
- [Ajay Junnarkar](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/ajay-junnarkar/)
- [Grégoire Chertok](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/gregoire-chertok/)
- [Stephen Braswell](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/stephen-braswell/)
- [Chris Martin](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-martin/)
- [Katherine Kaze](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/katherine-kaze/)
- [Sam Brothers](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/sam-brothers/)
- [Adam Wolken](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/adam-wolken/)
- [Ross Chan](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/ross-chan/)
- [Wendy T. Wu](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/wendy-t-wu/): Explore the digital investigations and cyber risk practice led by Wendy T. Wu , where her extensive experience addresses cybercrime and data breach responses.
- [David Raskin](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/david-raskin/)
- [Nicholas Peck](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/nicholas-peck/): With over 30 years of experience, Nick Peck specializes in international due diligence, fraud investigations, and litigation support, delivering tailored solutions for clients.
- [Tara MacMillan](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/tara-macmillan/): With extensive experience in investigations, Tara directs operations in the Americas, managing compliance and due diligence to mitigate risks for multinational clients.
- [Warren Feldman](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/warren-feldman/): Explore the expertise of Warren Feldman, who leads white collar criminal defense and anti-corruption efforts, backed by over three decades of legal experience.
- [Matt Symonds](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/matt-symonds/): Discover Matt Symonds, a former Bain & Co partner with diverse business interests, including leadership advisory, art, and strategic governance roles.
- [Timothy Gallagher](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/timothy-gallagher/): With 30 years of experience, Tim provides strategic security consulting, focusing on risk mitigation, internal investigations, and comprehensive security planning.
- [Chris Ribeiro](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-j-ribeiro/): Chris Ribeiro leads our New York office, offering over two decades of experience in intelligence investigations, risk analysis, and strategic decision-making support.
- [Nikita Vaidya](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/nikita-vaidya/)
- [Paul Nash](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/paul-nash/)
- [Peter Tutton](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/peter-tutton/)
- [Liam Hanlon](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/liam-hanlon/): Liam Hanlon specializes in white collar crime, asset recovery, and fraud investigations. His extensive experience supports law firms and multinational corporations.
- [Elizabeth Anscombe](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/elizabeth-anscombe/): Elizabeth leads Nardello & Co's marketing and business development from New York, focusing on brand identity, client engagement, and strategic vision
- [James Nauwens](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/james-nauwens/): James Nauwens, a seasoned managing director at Nardello & Co., offers unparalleled insight into investigative solutions for litigation and security challenges.
- [John Auerbach](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/john-auerbach/): Discover John Auerbach's expertise in corporate investigations, compliance, and M&A advisory, with over 20 years of experience in managing complex global projects.
- [Benet Kearney](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/benet-kearney/)
- [Kohtaro Miyagi](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/kohtaro-miyagi/): Discover the expertise of Kohtaro Miyagi, non-executive chairman of Nardello & Co. Asia Pacific, with over 40 years of global corporate experience at Canon Inc.
- [Chris Jones](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/chris-jones/): Learn about Chris Jones, a distinguished leader in advertising and finance, and his impactful roles in various global organizations and educational institutions.
- [David Fox](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/david-fox/): Discover the expertise of David Fox, founder of David Fox & Co. LLC and Bald Productions LLC, and a key advisor in communications and special situations.
- [James M. Aquilina](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/james-m-aquilina/): Discover the expertise of James, a strategic advisor in cybersecurity and healthcare, with a rich background in law enforcement and digital investigations.
- [Alberto Orozco](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/alberto-orozco/)
- [Joseph F. Thompson](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/joseph-f-thompson/): With over 24 years of experience, Joe excels in combating drug trafficking and money laundering, leading international operations to disrupt transnational crime.
- [King Chan](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/king-chan/): King Chan's leads critical investigations in fraud and asset tracing at Nardello & Co., leveraging his extensive experience as a former prosecutor.
- [Michael James](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/michael-james/): Michael James excels in compliance reviews and investigations, ensuring corporate programs are effective and addressing legal challenges efficiently.
- [Wendy Bellus](https://nardelloandco.com/our-people/wendy-bellus/): Wendy Bellus offers comprehensive HR support, specializing in talent acquisition, management, and DEI. Leverage over 35 years of leadership experience for your organization.

## Practices

- [Monitorships & Independent Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/monitorships-independent-investigations/): Our expert monitorship services are designed to enhance compliance and governance, creating sustainable solutions for organizations facing legal scrutiny.
- [Financial Investigations & Forensic Accounting](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/financial-investigations-forensic-accounting/)
- [White Collar Criminal Defense](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/white-collar-criminal-defense/): We work collaboratively and creatively to create investigative strategies designed to challenge the government’s case and bolster defense theories.
- [Cryptocurrency Related Services](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/digital-investigations-cyber-defense/cryptocurrency-related-services/): We help you navigate the complexities of blockchain, providing insights on regulatory risks, compliance, and due diligence for crypto-related transactions.
- [Digital Investigations & Cyber Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/digital-investigations-cyber-defense/): Our digital investigations & cyber risk practice offers every manner of digital investigations, incident response, and cybersecurity consulting services.
- [Third-Party Agents & Intermediaries](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/due-diligence/third-party-agents-intermediaries/): We specialize in bespoke risk management strategies, empowering clients to avoid pitfalls and maintain compliance in complex regulatory environments.
- [Sécurité nationale](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/national-security-capabilities/)
- [Physical Security & Threat Mitigation](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/physical-security-threat-mitigation/): At Nardello & Co., we specialize in identifying and mitigating security risks. Our experienced team provides tailored solutions to safeguard your business and assets.
- [Advisory Services](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/): Navigate complex regulatory landscapes with our expert team. We provide comprehensive risk management services to help leaders make informed business decisions.
- [National Security](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/national-security-capabilities/)
- [Services liés aux cryptomonnaies](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/digital-investigations-cyber-defense/cryptocurrency-related-services/): Nous aidons nos clients à appréhender les complexités techniques, et à gérer les risques réglementaires et de réputation liés à la gestion d'actifs négociés sur la blockchain.
- [Défense de la réputation](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/reputation-defense/): Safeguard your reputation in today's digital age. Nardello & Co. expert services counter online harassment, monitor threats, and support clients in managing crises effectively.
- [Risque politique](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/political-risk/): Nos services de gestion du risque politique et de renseignement stratégique, reconnus parmi les meilleurs du secteur, viennent compléter l’expérience de notre équipe pluridisciplinaire d’intelligence économique par une expertise approfondie des environnements réglementaires et une connaissance fine des spécificités locales.
- [Conseil en situations spéciales](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/): Notre équipe d'experts, qui comprend d'anciens enquêteurs américains et européens, d’anciens procureurs américains et des experts ayant occupé des postes à haute responsabilité au sein de régulateurs dans le monde entier, aide nos clients à faire face à la complexité des enquêtes judiciaires et réglementaires et aux risques liés à l'évolution des réglementations.
- [Evaluation des tiers, agents et intermédiaires](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/due-diligence/third-party-agents-intermediaries/): We specialize in bespoke risk management strategies, empowering clients to avoid pitfalls and maintain compliance in complex regulatory environments.
- [Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/): Qu’il s’agisse de fraude, de de corruption publique ou privée, de malversations ou d’autres situations sensibles, les experts en investigation de Nardello & Co. mettent en œuvre une méthodologie efficace de collecte d’informations et recourt à des technologies sophistiquées, pour rassembler les éléments dont vous avez besoin.
- [Recherche d’actifs](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/asset-tracing/): Nardello & Co. est en mesure de retracer des actifs difficiles à localiser avec une efficacité et une précision dépassant celles de cabinets appliquant une approche standardisée.
- [Pénal financier](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/white-collar-criminal-defense/): En tant que cabinet d’investigation de premier plan auprès des avocats spécialisés en défense pénale en matière de délinquance économique et financière, Nardello & Co. collabore étroitement et de manière avisée avec les conseils de la défense, depuis l’ouverture d’une enquête menée par les autorités jusqu’à l’issue du procès, afin d’élaborer des stratégies d’investigation destinées à confronter la thèse de l’accusation aux faits identifiés et à étayer les arguments de la défense.
- [Enquêtes numériques et risques cyber](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/digital-investigations-cyber-defense/): Grâce à une équipe de premier plan intervenant à l’échelle mondiale, la pratique dédiée aux enquêtes numériques et aux risques cyber de Nardello & Co. propose des investigations numériques complètes, du support en réaction à un incident et du conseil en matière de cybersécurité pour les cabinets d’avocats, les entreprises, les institutions financières, les gouvernements et les particuliers, partout dans le monde en intervenant à distance.
- [Faillite et insolvabilité](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/bankruptcy-insolvency/): En tant que cabinet d’investigations international de premier plan, nous mettons à profit une expertise inégalée pour établir les faits et obtenir de meilleurs résultats pour nos clients en difficulté financière ainsi que pour leurs créanciers.
- [Conformité](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/compliance/): Nous disposons d’une offre dédiée à la conformité dédié, pour effectuer efficacement des évaluations indépendantes des programmes de conformité et des dispositifs de contrôle interne.
- [Revues indépendantes (monitorships) et enquêtes indépendantes](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/monitorships-independent-investigations/): Our expert monitorship services are designed to enhance compliance and governance, creating sustainable solutions for organizations facing legal scrutiny.
- [Vérification du profil de candidats aux postes clés](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/due-diligence/board-c-suite-vetting/): Pour vos nominations aux plus hautes fonctions de direction (Conseil d’administration et Comité exécutif), nous identifions les problèmes dès aujourd’hui afin que vous ne soyez pas pris au dépourvu plus tard.
- [Due diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/due-diligence/): We offer comprehensive due diligence solutions, empowering clients with actionable intelligence to navigate risks and make informed decisions in a complex world.
- [Enquêtes internes](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/internal-investigations/): En enquêtant sur les allégations dès leur apparition et en examinant les contrôles internes associés, Nardello & Co. peut vous fournir des informations factuelles et objectives sur la situation en cause, et vous aider à prendre des décisions éclairées.
- [Enquêtes sur des fraudes](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/fraud-investigations/): Protéger votre entreprise suppose de vous associer à un cabinet d’investigation capable d’adapter ses méthodes aux spécificités de votre dossier.
- [Lutte contre la corruption / FCPA](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/anti-corruption-fcpa/): We offer a dedicated FCPA and anti-corruption practice composed of multilingual staff and field investigators who handle matters for clients around the world.
- [Défense face aux fonds activistes](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/activist-defense/): Nardello & Co. dispose d’une expérience inégalée dans l’accompagnement des entreprises confrontées à des fonds activistes, dans les manœuvres pour le contrôle des votes (proxy battle).
- [Assistance dans le cadre de contentieux et d’arbitrages](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/litigation-arbitration-support/): Chez Nardello & Co., nous adoptons une approche agile pour assister les avocats dans le cadre de contentieux et d’arbitrages, tout en veillant à ce que les stratégies d’investigation soient alignées sur leurs besoins et priorités.
- [Contentieux et Arbitrages](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/): Nos clients comptent sur notre capacité à intervenir, de manière éthique, pour rassembler des éléments factuels afin d’appuyer leurs stratégies juridiques, documenter des preuves recevables en justice, mieux comprendre les parties adverses et identifier des leviers favorisant une issue positive au litige.
- [Enquêtes financières et analyses comptables forensic](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/financial-investigations-forensic-accounting/): Notre équipe pluridisciplinaire, indépendante et très expérimentée — composée d’experts financiers, d’anciens procureurs fédéraux américains, d’anciens avocats internationaux, d’anciens représentants des forces de l’ordre, d’anciens experts du renseignement, de data scientists et de spécialistes des enquêtes numériques — fournit à nos clients des analyses ciblées et exploitables.
- [Bankruptcy, Restructuring, & Special Situations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/bankruptcy-insolvency/): As the world’s premier investigations firm, we bring unmatched expertise to uncovering facts and achieving better outcomes for clients in financial distress and their creditors.
- [Due Diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/due-diligence/): We offer comprehensive due diligence solutions, empowering clients with actionable intelligence to navigate risks and make informed decisions in a complex world.
- [Political Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/political-risk/): Nardello & Co. offers expert political risk and strategic intelligence services, helping clients navigate complex environments and make informed decisions globally.
- [Board & C-Suite Vetting](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/due-diligence/board-c-suite-vetting/): We provide comprehensive background checks to safeguard your business against risks associated with leadership roles, ensuring informed decision-making.
- [Anti-Corruption/FC­PA](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/anti-corruption-fcpa/): We offer a dedicated FCPA and anti-corruption practice composed of multilingual staff and field investigators who handle matters for clients around the world.
- [Activist Defense](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/activist-defense/): Drawing on our experience as attorneys, we have unparalleled experience assisting corporations in defending against activist funds and in proxy battles.
- [Asset Tracing](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/asset-tracing/): From poring over a database to providing boots-on-the-ground investigative support, Nardello & Co. offers a range of asset tracing services.
- [Disputes](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/): Our dedicated team specializes in ethically sourced intelligence, aiding legal strategies and dispute resolution through comprehensive investigations and asset tracing services.
- [Compliance](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/advisory-services/compliance/): We deliver expert compliance advice and independent assessments, helping clients navigate regulatory challenges and enhance governance and risk management frameworks.
- [Reputation Defense](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/reputation-defense/): Safeguard your reputation in today's digital age. Nardello & Co. expert services counter online harassment, monitor threats, and support clients in managing crises effectively.
- [Internal Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/internal-investigations/): By investigating allegations as they arise, and reviewing related internal controls, we provide information that helps get to the heart of the matter.
- [Fraud Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/investigations/fraud-investigations/): We apply proven investigative techniques to manage everything from internal investigations and litigation support to pre-transactional due diligence.
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- [Litigation & Arbitration Support](https://nardelloandco.com/our-capabilities/disputes/litigation-arbitration-support/): Our senior staff have extensive experience providing arbitration support services in high-stakes contract and treaty-based arbitrations.

## Passle Posts

- [Insider Risk in the Age of Innovation: How Technology is Redefining Threats](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jki7/insider-risk-in-the-age-of-innovation-how-technology-is-redefining-threats/): In this webinar our speakers explore the evolving landscape of insider threats in the context of rapid technological advancements. As organizations adopt cutting-edge technologies like AI, cloud computing, and automation, the nature and scale of insider risks are transforming. Our panelists examine how these innovations both exacerbate and mitigate insider threats, highlighting the dual role
- [Security in a Complex World: Focus on the Simple](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jcec/security-in-a-complex-world-focus-on-the-simple/): Some interesting lessons appear in the recent Financial Times article on the state of ransomware, data breaches, and cybersecurity. First, the numbers are a bit alarming. As the sheer volume of threats continues to spiral, the concomitant spend on cyber security measures has become daunting particularly for smaller companies. In 2024, $9.5 trillion will be
- [You are the Weakest Link: Why Your Supply Chain is Your Greatest Cyber Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jb35/you-are-the-weakest-link-why-your-supply-chain-is-your-greatest-cyber-risk/): Another month brings another massive supply chain hack. This time, the impacted technology was SaaS, or Software-as-a-Service, a cloud-based platform created by CDK Global and used, according to some reports, by as many as 50% of US car dealerships. Of chief concern is the fact the software provides dealerships a platform to manage documents, customer
- [Back to Basics: As Deepfake Technology Proliferates, a Commitment to Traditional Forensic Authentication Techniques Emerges](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j8b6/back-to-basics-as-deepfake-technology-proliferates-a-commitment-to-traditional/): Of late, Nardello & Co.'s Digital Investigation & Cyber Defense team has fielded several requests to analyze suspected deepfake or synthetic media. i.e., AI-generated audio, images, and video, frequently used for deceptive means. While we have seen examples of its use in financial fraud schemes, the legal community has seen an uptick in either its
- [Managing the Crisis, Not Just the Break-In](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j6fd/managing-the-crisis-not-just-the-break-in/): Early in my career, when I was a police detective, I investigated crimes like burglary, the act of entering a building or residence...
- [Accounting Errors Are Warning Signs. Boards Should Treat Them That Way](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102nfwo/accounting-errors-are-warning-signs-boards-should-treat-them-that-way/): Hub Group, a publicly traded transportation and logistics company, recently announced that it would restate its financial statements after identifying approximately $77 million in understated transportation expenses and accounts payable - which may have artificially inflated net income during the affected periods. The announcement was followed by the departures of its longtime Chief Financial and
- [Puppet Theater Troupes and Algorithmic Defamation](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102nfhg/puppet-theater-troupes-and-algorithmic-defamation/): Puppet theater troupes would bring news to the inhabitants of villages and towns across Medieval Europe. The news they brought could easily have carried misinformation, political disinformation, and defamatory statements regarding well-known figures, from ministers to well-known musicians. Some troupes would no doubt have been welcomed warmly, and recompensed for their role in transmitting information.
- [The Growing Role of Cryptocurrency in Sanctions Evasion and International Trade](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ndsg/the-growing-role-of-cryptocurrency-in-sanctions-evasion-and-international-trade/): As cryptocurrency infrastructure and payment rails gain broader adoption among Western financial institutions, businesses operating in sanctioned jurisdictions are increasingly leveraging the same technologies to facilitate cross-border transactions. Blockchain intelligence firms estimate that cryptocurrency wallets attributed to sanctioned entities received more than $100 billion in 2025—nearly eight times the amount received in 2024. While some
- [Banks Move On-chain: Wall Street’s Push Toward Tokenized Deposits](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102n2rv/banks-move-on-chain-wall-streets-push-toward-tokenized-deposits/): Earlier this month, several large U.S. banks announced plans to develop tokenized deposit infrastructure by 2027. This development occurs amid increased competition from crypto-native platforms and stablecoin products, which offer yield and settlement features that may reduce banks’ market share.The planned rollout of tokenized deposits reflects a broader convergence between traditional financial infrastructure and blockchain-based
- [U.K. Sanctions Target Crypto Platforms Linked to Russian Financial Networks](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102n0uj/u-k-sanctions-target-crypto-platforms-linked-to-russian-financial-networks/): On May 26, the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office announced a new sanctions package targeting cryptocurrency exchanges and financial platforms alleged to support Russia’s war effort. Among the designated entities was HTX (formerly Huobi). The Foreign Office stated that HTX provided financial services to A7, a Kremlin-associated stablecoin issuer, and to the cryptocurrency
- [Separate U.S. and French Analyses of Cybercrime in 2025 Reflects Converging Themes and Common Concerns for Businesses](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mybv/separate-u-s-and-french-analyses-of-cybercrime-in-2025-reflects-converging-theme/): In the past month, the United States and France – two authorities who have been vigilant in promoting safety in the cybersphere – released reports on the state of cybercrime in 2025. Each country employs different methodologies: The United States’s report, issued in April 2026 by the FBI, covers criminal typologies related to complaints filed
- [A Call to Expand The COINS Act Into Biotech](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mvp5/a-call-to-expand-the-coins-act-into-biotech/): In a May 21, 2026, letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party Chairman John Moolenaar urged Treasury to designate biotechnology as a prohibited sector under the Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security (COINS) Act of 2025. The Select Committee’s rationale centers on the accelerating flow of U.S. capital, intellectual
- [The SFO’s Latest Deferred Prosecution Agreement: A signal of intent?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ms3q/the-sfos-latest-deferred-prosecution-agreement-a-signal-of-intent/): Last week, the Serious Fraud Office announced that it had entered into a Deferred Prosecution Agreement ("DPA") with British defense and aerospace manufacturer Ultra Electronics Holdings Limited, relating to bribery offenses. This was the SFO’s first such DPA in nearly five years. The investigation originated in 2018 after Ultra Electronics self-reported suspected corruption regarding use of
- [Filling in the Mosaic: Due Diligence & China's Information Landscape](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mr3l/filling-in-the-mosaic-due-diligence-chinas-information-landscape/): China’s information landscape is popularly depicted as a black box - China's government increasingly restricts foreign access to a range of data sources, particularly corporate record databases that provide information on company ownership and investments. However, the picture is more complicated than this. When conducting due diligence on corporate ties, there exist a range of alternative
- [The Citi-Raghavan Hire: What Due Diligence Should Have Uncovered](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mrsu/the-citi-raghavan-hire-what-due-diligence-should-have-uncovered/): The recently reported circumstances surrounding Citigroup's recruitment of Vis Raghavan in 2024 serve as an alarming illustration of what happens when institutional urgency overrides rigorous pre-hire due diligence. According to a recent Financial Times article, Raghavan went from learning he had no long-term future at JPMorgan to landing the top job at Citigroup — complete with
- [Corporate Criminal Liability Risk Intensified: UK Crime & Policing Act 2026](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mrkw/corporate-criminal-liability-risk-intensified-uk-crime-policing-act-2026/): The ability to criminally prosecute organizations for the conduct of their senior managers was first introduced in the UK by The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 ("ECCTA"). This legislation focused specifically on certain economic crimes. On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the scope of potential offenses and entities impacted increased exponentially when Royal Assent
- [Due Diligence in Vietnam Revisited Amidst New Investment Deals](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mq63/due-diligence-in-vietnam-revisited-amidst-new-investment-deals/): In January 2026, Vietnam’s Party Congress re-elected To Lam as General Secretary. He first became General Secretary in 2024, following a career at the Ministry of Security, where he oversaw a sweeping anti-corruption campaign dubbed “Blazing Furnace.” The campaign led to the arrest and prosecution of hundreds of corrupt party officials, but critics complained it
- [FTO Designations in Brazil - How to get Ahead](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mpuo/fto-designations-in-brazil-how-to-get-ahead/): For roughly the past year, the United States has been pressing to designate Brazil’s two largest criminal organizations, Primeiro Comando da Capital ("PCC") and Comando Vermelho ("CV"), as Foreign Terrorist Organizations ("FTOs"). Pressure intensified in March 2026, when Brazilian news outlet UOL reported that the designation was imminent, following the State Department’s completion of the
- [$290 Million DeFi Hack Exposes Systemic Security Risks in Decentralized Finance](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mqdj/290-million-defi-hack-exposes-systemic-security-risks-in-decentralized-finance/): The cryptocurrency industry has long promoted the idea of a decentralized financial future. As crypto has moved into the mainstream, decentralized finance (DeFi) projects have multiplied, offering new ways to invest digital assets, earn higher yields, and take advantage of instant on‑chain settlement. But as DeFi has grown, so has the attack surface. In 2026,
- [Iran Using Crypto to Accept Tolls to Pass Through the Strait of Hormuz Presents Compliance Challenges](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mqdf/iran-using-crypto-to-accept-tolls-to-pass-through-the-strait-of-hormuz-presents-c/): In recent weeks, Iran has reportedly begun enforcing tolls on oil tankers seeking to transit the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint through which approximately one‑fifth of the world’s oil supply passes. Open‑source reporting indicates that Iran is charging approximately $2 million per tanker for passage, potentially generating over $20 million per day in toll
- [Venezuela’s New Mining Law: Beyond the Oil Sector, Venezuela Remains a High-Risk Environment for Foreign Investment](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mpla/venezuelas-new-mining-law-beyond-the-oil-sector-venezuela-remains-a-high-risk/): The focus on Venezuela has historically been associated with its oil reserves – the largest in the world – and, since January 2026, the Venezuelan oil sector has received significant attention as the country opens up to foreign investment. While the US has loosened related sanctions enforcement for oil companies, risks in the Venezuelan oil
- [CFTC Weighs In On Prediction Market Insider Trading Enforcement](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mp3y/cftc-weighs-in-on-prediction-market-insider-trading-enforcement/): David Miller, the newly appointed Director of Enforcement at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), used his first major public remarks to warn that insider trading in prediction markets is illegal and will be actively prosecuted. Speaking at NYU School of Law on March 31, 2026, Miller rejected arguments that prediction markets operate outside
- [SDNY Significantly Broadens Potential Benefits for Companies Looking to Self-Disclose Financial Crimes](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mkkx/sdny-significantly-broadens-potential-benefits-for-companies-looking-to-self-disc/): On February 24, the Southern District of New York ("SDNY") announced significant changes to its approach to encouraging self-reporting of corporate misconduct. The update, released as part of the SDNY Corporate Enforcement and Voluntary Self‑Disclosure Program for Financial Crimes, builds on principles U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton has previewed in recent remarks, emphasizing cooperation credit for companies
- [Stablecoins, Yields and the Future of Cash Deposits: Trad Fi Moves Further Into Digital Assets](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mo2s/stablecoins-yields-and-the-future-of-cash-deposits-trad-fi-moves-further-into-d/): While the use of cryptocurrency to purchase everyday goods remains limited, stablecoin rewards pose a far more immediate and consequential challenge to the traditional banking system. Stablecoins—cryptocurrencies pegged to the U.S. dollar—have become attractive cash substitutes. Crypto exchanges and platforms increasingly offer high yields on stablecoin balances, often far exceeding interest rates available at traditional
- [Bolivia and Its "Capitalism for All:'' A New Frontier for Foreign Investment](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mk9c/bolivia-and-its-capitalism-for-all-a-new-frontier-for-foreign-investment/): Bolivia has historically posed significant challenges for foreign investors. The nearly two-decade reign of the country’s Movement for Socialism party, and nationalist opposition to entreguista policies in Bolivia (including a notable revolution in 1952 that overthrew the oligarchy) has made the nation an unattractive target for investment. However, the 2025 election brought a change in the
- [Japan Strengthens Foreign Investment Screening to Protect National Security](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mlku/japan-strengthens-foreign-investment-screening-to-protect-national-security/): Japan's Liberal Democratic Party secured a historic two-thirds majority in the February general election, leading to the formation of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's second cabinet. One of the top priorities of Takaichi's cabinet is to strengthen national security capabilities through the early enactment of a revision to the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act, which
- [Beyond Banks: What the IMG Academy Case Teaches Us About Sanctions Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mk37/beyond-banks-what-the-img-academy-case-teaches-us-about-sanctions-risk/): On February 12, 2026, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) announced a $1.72 million settlement with IMG Academy LLC, the elite Bradenton, Florida-based boarding school and sports training institution. OFAC found that IMG Academy had accepted tuition, lodging, and other fees from two parents who were on a sanctions
- [Mistaken Transfer of $40 Billion in Bitcoin Highlights Risks and Challenges of Operating in the Digital Asset Marketplace](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mi9o/mistaken-transfer-of-40-billion-in-bitcoin-highlights-risks-and-challenges-of-op/): In early February 2026, Bithumb, South Korea's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, accidentally transferred more than $40 billion in bitcoin to customers on its platform. The company ran a promotional event in which the platform's participants were collectively owed a total of approximately 620,000 won ($426), but instead gave away 620,000 bitcoins, worth over $40 billion. Bithumb's
- [Nursing Home Bankruptcy Highlights the Need for Investigators](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mejz/nursing-home-bankruptcy-highlights-the-need-for-investigators/): In July 2025, Genesis Healthcare filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing mounting legal costs arising from personal injury wrongful-death claims. Since then, attempts to sell the company's approximately 175 facilities have been complicated by accusations that almost every major bidder has “insider ties, past business relationships, or connections to controversial activities in the sector,"
- [EU - India Trade Deal: Time for Delhi to Pass India's Private Investigation Law?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mekh/eu-india-trade-deal-time-for-delhi-to-pass-indias-private-investigation-law/): On January 27, 2026, the EU and India signed a new trade deal that will create a combined $24 trillion market. The deal still requires final ratification by the European Union and India's respective parliaments, but if passed, trade is expected to double between the two sides by 2032. Under the deal, India will gain
- [An Attempt to Turn Back the Clock in Brazil](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j8ik/an-attempt-to-turn-back-the-clock-in-brazil/): In overturning two more high-profile convictions from the Lava Jato or Car Wash scandal this week, the Brazilian judiciary has further eroded the legacy of one of the largest corruption investigations ever seen in the region. Notably, recent rulings - which rely heavily on procedural and other technical grounds - seem to be part of
- [Brazil's Fight Against Fake News - Boom or Bust for Democracy?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jlzp/brazils-fight-against-fake-news-boom-or-bust-for-democracy/): The Brazilian Supreme Court is increasingly having to justify its years-long, sprawling investigation dubbed the Fake News Inquiry. Begun in 2019, the Fake News Inquiry has shifted from investigating false reports that threatened the security of the Supreme Court to focus on any attacks on Brazilian institutions. This expansion has led many in the country
- [Government Investigations on the Rise in India as Modi Consolidates Power](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j5ib/government-investigations-on-the-rise-in-india-as-modi-consolidates-power/): India’s 2024 general election is expected to culminate in a landslide victory for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (“BJP”), which leads the National Democratic Alliance ("NDA") and may take as many as 400 seats in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of Parliament. With the BJP increasing its influence, many political
- [New York Stock Exchange Adopts Blockchain Technology, Ushers in New Era of Investment](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102me15/new-york-stock-exchange-adopts-blockchain-technology-ushers-in-new-era-of-invest/): On Monday January 19, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) announced plans to bring the stock exchange to the blockchain. NYSE plans to launch a platform for the trading of tokenized securities, paving the way for 24/7 access to the stock market for blockchain users. The new platform would enable users to fund trades using
- [Hey CEO - like it or not, you are getting a security detail](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102mdr2/hey-ceo-like-it-or-not-you-are-getting-a-security-detail/): According to a recent article in the Financial Times, the amount of money corporations spend securing their executives spiked in 2024, and will continue to demonstrate significant growth when reporting for 2025 becomes public. The primary reason cited is the killing of United Healthcare executive Brian Thompson in December 2024. Not only did this tragedy
- [Changes to the FCA’s role as UK money laundering watchdog](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102m2m1/changes-to-the-fcas-role-as-uk-money-laundering-watchdog/): The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has entered into a new era in its fight against global financial crime, as HM Treasury has officially announced that the FCA will become the Single Professional Services Supervisor (SPSS) for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) for professional services firms in the UK. The announcement, following a consultation process
- [What next for UK's Serious Fraud Office as Nick Ephgrave retires 'early'?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102m264/what-next-for-uks-serious-fraud-office-as-nick-ephgrave-retires-early/): The UK Serious Fraud Office has announced that Nick Ephgrave, the current Director, will retire from his role in March 2026, with Ephgrave stating that the ‘time is right to hang up the handcuffs’.The announcement of Ephgrave’s retirement was unexpected, given that his five-year term as Director was not due to end until 2028. Ephgrave
- [Chasing hidden wealth in offshore financial centers and beyond – what can we learn?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102lwzl/chasing-hidden-wealth-in-offshore-financial-centers-and-beyond-what-can-we-lear/): At the recent London International Investigations and Asset Recovery Conference (LIIARC), Managing Directors Daria Plakhova-Freshville and Paul Nash joined a panel of experts to examine one of the most complex challenges facing practitioners today: identifying and recovering assets concealed across offshore financial centers. Moderated by Paul, this discussion explored shifting political scrutiny, evolving transparency requirements,
- [Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Juggles US-China Tensions and Domestic Political Divides](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jzkm/philippines-president-ferdinand-marcos-jr-juggles-us-china-tensions-and-domestic/): Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is having a difficult start to 2025 as he is forced to confront a transactional American government, the ongoing dispute with China over territorial waters, and a long-running feud with his Vice President Sara Duterte. The domestic political dispute reached a new low on February 7, when the Philippines House of
- [Indonesia Considers Trade Deregulation to Boost Foreign Investment](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102k5uq/indonesia-considers-trade-deregulation-to-boost-foreign-investment/): Indonesia is facing significant economic uncertainty in the early days of President Prabowo Subianto's administration. The Jakarta Composite Index has fallen 20% from a record high in September 2024, the month before Prabowo took office. The rupiah has weakened more than many other Asian currencies, and mass layoffs have hit some of Indonesia's largest employers,
- [Origin-Washing: How Chinese Exporters Are Using Southeast Asia to Dodge U.S. Tariffs](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ka6r/origin-washing-how-chinese-exporters-are-using-southeast-asia-to-dodge-u-s-tari/): With U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods as high as 145%, many Chinese manufacturers are seeking ways to maintain access to the American market. There are increasingly frequent reports of "origin-washing," where goods are shipped to Southeast Asian countries like Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand, relabeled with a new country of origin, and then re-exported to the
- [Vietnam Enacts Sweeping Government Reform with Major Impacts for Foreign Investors](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102kfqz/vietnam-enacts-sweeping-government-reform-with-major-impacts-for-foreign-investor/): Vietnam is undergoing a major transformation that is reshaping the landscape for foreign businesses. On June 12, 2025, the Vietnamese National Assembly approved a plan to merge provinces and cities from 63 to 34 and remove the district level of local governments. The consolidation of local government units will also cut approximately 80,000 civil service
- [Indonesian Officials Reaffirm Their Commitment to Coal](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jqo6/indonesian-officials-reaffirm-their-commitment-to-coal/): On December 4, 2024, Indonesian Energy and Mining Minister Bahili Lahadalia praised coal as a cheap and competitive source of energy in an address to a mining conference. The minister added that Indonesia will “gradually” transition to renewable energy, but was sure to emphasize that coal will remain a vital part of Indonesia's economy for
- [Vietnam Takes a Major Step Forward with New Electricity Law](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jqj9/vietnam-takes-a-major-step-forward-with-new-electricity-law/): The rapid growth of the Vietnamese economy in recent years has placed significant strain on the national energy sector. Major blackouts impacted multinational companies with manufacturing centers in Vietnam’s northern provinces during 2023. The Communist Party of Vietnam (“CPV”), now led by former security chief To Lam, has sought to avoid a repeat of this
- [Foreign Investors Have Reasons for Confidence After Thailand’s Tumultuous General Election](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ixnv/foreign-investors-have-reasons-for-confidence-after-thailands-tumultuous-general/): After weeks of political paralysis following the May 2023 general election, Thailand finally has a government that can begin work on pulling its economy out of a post-pandemic slump.The 11-party coalition government under the leadership of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of the Pheu Thai Party was sworn in on September 5, ending more than nine
- [Thailand’s Economic Frustration Fuels Pressure for Cabinet Shake-Up](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102k8zb/thailands-economic-frustration-fuels-pressure-for-cabinet-shake-up/): Thailand’s economy is facing serious challenges in 2025, with growth forecasts hovering around 1.5–2% and the public growing increasingly impatient. Despite solid earnings from major banks like Bangkok Bank and Krungthai Bank, much of the economy—particularly small businesses, private investment, and consumer confidence—remains shaky. Global trade tensions, high household debt, and new U.S. tariff measures
- [Uncertainty Remains After US-Vietnam Trade Deal](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102kqz6/uncertainty-remains-after-us-vietnam-trade-deal/): The US-Vietnam trade deal announced this week has been met by investors with cautious optimism as well as deep uncertainty. The deal will cut Trump's proposed tariffs on Vietnamese goods from 46% to 20%, but the fine print of the agreement is unclear. Markets initially responded to the trade deal with relief, as shares of Nike,
- [Sembcorp Industries Announces Significant Investments in Renewable Energy for the Asia-Pacific Region](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102irvf/sembcorp-industries-announces-significant-investments-in-renewable-energy-for-the/): Sembcorp Industries, a subsidiary of Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund Temasek Holdings, recently announced plans to invest 10.5 billion (USD 7.8 billion) in renewables by 2028. Sembcorp Industries already has renewable energy holdings with over 9GW of generation capacity. Under the new plan, the company hopes to add an additional 13GW over the next four years. Several
- [Thailand's Cash Handouts Delayed, Signaling Pushback on Multiple Fronts](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102isib/thailands-cash-handouts-delayed-signaling-pushback-on-multiple-fronts/): When Srettha Thavisin became prime minister of Thailand in August, many in the foreign business community expressed mixed emotions. On one hand, the former real estate tycoon appeared to be a safe pair of hands to guide the Thai economy out of its post-pandemic slump. Srettha also represents the Pheu Thai Party of former Prime
- [High-Profile Corruption Cases Overshadow Indonesia's Presidential Election](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102itso/high-profile-corruption-cases-overshadow-indonesias-presidential-election/): Indonesia's presidential campaign is in full swing ahead of the February 14, 2024 election day. However, over the past month, the country has been shaken by several high-profile corruption and misconduct cases. On November 23, Firli Bahuri, chairman of the Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) was accused of extorting more than USD 800,000 from the
- [How will the Saigon Commercial Bank Scandal Impact Foreign Investment?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iuav/how-will-the-saigon-commercial-bank-scandal-impact-foreign-investment/): After enduring several years of the “blazing furnace” anti-corruption campaign led by Communist Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, Vietnam is now facing the largest embezzlement scandal in the history of the country and the whole of Southeast Asia. If true, the allegations that real estate developer Truong My Lan orchestrated the embezzlement of USD
- [Mounting Challenges for Social Media Platforms in Asia-Pacific](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iw9r/mounting-challenges-for-social-media-platforms-in-asia-pacific/): The fining of a Vietnamese citizen for posting to TikTok a video claiming that the world famous Angkor Wat temple is located in Thailand, rather than Cambodia, may seem like an amusing and nonconsequential news story. However, the Cambodian government's response is indicative of a trend across the Asia-Pacific region: governments are increasingly willing to
- [Malaysia's Central Database Hub is Key to PM Anwar's Success in 2024](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ix6t/malaysias-central-database-hub-is-key-to-pm-anwars-success-in-2024/): To begin 2024, Malaysia launched the Central Database Hub (Pangkalan Data Utama, “PADU”), a digital repository that consolidates data from over 400 government agencies. Intended to improve governance, reduce waste, and fight corruption, the database is the signature initiative of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Its scale makes it one of the most ambitious digital governance
- [Despite High-Profile Cases, Progress in South Korea's Anti-Corruption Fight](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izf1/despite-high-profile-cases-progress-in-south-koreas-anti-corruption-fight/): On February 5, Samsung chairman Lee Jae-yong, who had been accused of manipulating a merger of two subsidiaries to strengthen his power over the conglomerate, was acquitted of stock manipulation and accounting fraud charges. This has led an array of political commentators to suggest that corruption risks at the senior levels remains endemic in South
- [Frequent Corruption Investigations of Indonesian State-Owned Enterprises May Be a Good Sign](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j8em/frequent-corruption-investigations-of-indonesian-state-owned-enterprises-may-be-a/): Indonesia's state-owned enterprises ("SOEs") continue to struggle with serious claims of endemic corruption and mismanagement. While the Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission ("KPK") has yet to reveal details of its most recent high-profile case, which involves allegations of fictitious procurement expenses paid by Telkom Group, spokesmen have said that tens of millions of USD may have
- [Will Modi Scale Back Investigations Post-Election?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j9wq/will-modi-scale-back-investigations-post-election/): The 2024 election for India’s Lok Sabha, or lower house of Parliament, resulted in a surprising slim margin of victory for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party and its ruling coalition, the National Democratic Alliance. While some predicted the Alliance would capture up to 400 seats, the coalition secured only 293 seats, with the
- [The Impact of New Vietnamese Leadership on Anti-Corruption and Foreign Investment](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jfnd/the-impact-of-new-vietnamese-leadership-on-anti-corruption-and-foreign-investment/): Following the death of Nguyen Phu Trong in mid-July, To Lam, the former public security minister and current president, has officially become the most powerful figure in Vietnam. Lam was named General Secretary of the Communist Party on August 3, replacing Trong, who had held the position since 2011. A police officer who rose through
- [Singapore PM Lawrence Wong Warns of Increasing US-China Tensions in First Major Policy Address](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jh4w/singapore-pm-lawrence-wong-warns-of-increasing-us-china-tensions-in-first-major-p/): At his first National Day Rally speech as Singapore's prime minister, Lawrence Wong warned of the negative impacts from the increasingly antagonistic relationship between the US and China. On August 18, Wong said “whichever candidate wins, it is clear that America’s attitude towards China is hardening. Meanwhile, China is convinced that America is seeking to
- [Indonesia's Future Stance on Multilateralism](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jkcm/indonesias-future-stance-on-multilateralism/): After years of reluctance and skepticism, Indonesia officially applied for membership in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership ("CPTPP") on October 25. Indonesia hopes that membership in the trade bloc will promote exports and foster increased foreign direct investment to help the country achieve its ambitious economic growth targets. By attempting to join the
- [Southeast Asia’s Largest Wind Farm Boosts Renewable Energy Ambitions](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102l18a/southeast-asias-largest-wind-farm-boosts-renewable-energy-ambitions/): The Monsoon Wind Power Project in southern Laos, Southeast Asia’s largest onshore wind farm, officially began commercial operations on August 22, 2025. The project delivers 600MW of clean electricity to Vietnam. With 133 turbines spread across Xekong and Attapeu provinces, the USD 950 million project marks Asia’s first cross-border renewable energy initiative and a major
- [Japan: Will Sanae Takaichi Put Government Corruption in Check?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102lonq/japan-will-sanae-takaichi-put-government-corruption-in-check/): Sanae Takaichi will likely be elected Japan’s next prime minister when parliament meets on October 15. She faces a myriad of challenges, including controlling inflation and restoring waning public confidence in the Liberal Democratic Party (“LDP”) after a political slush fund scandal. In 2024, the LDP’s conservative Seiwa Seisaku Kenkyūkai and Shisuikai factions were dissolved, and several LDP lawmakers
- [Export-Control Update Poses Compliance Challenges](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102l7b0/export-control-update-poses-compliance-challenges/): On September 29, 2025, the US Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security ("BIS") introduced a significant interim rule update for two export control lists: the Entity List and Military End-User ("MEU") List. Together, the two lists impose export restrictions covering over 3,500 companies, organizations and individuals (“covered entities”), including for dual-use technologies that have
- [Activist Investor Stokes Fire Surrounding Cracker Barrel's Attempted Rebrand](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102l4b3/activist-investor-stokes-fire-surrounding-cracker-barrels-attempted-rebrand/): It has been a tumultuous few weeks for Cracker Barrel. The old country store and eatery launched its new company logo and subsequently reversed the change after receiving a barrage of criticism. However, the outcry did not appear to be entirely organic.On August 21, 2025, Cracker Barrel launched a new logo for the first time in
- [Brazilian Supreme Court Rules on the Civil Rights Framework for the Internet](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ku9a/brazilian-supreme-court-rules-on-the-civil-rights-framework-for-the-internet/): In late June 2025, the Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that sections of Article 19 of the country’s Internet Framework are unconstitutional. As previously discussed in Nardello & Co's insight “Brazilian Supreme Court and a Civil Rights Framework for the Internet,” Article 19 established that social media platforms can be held liable for content posted by
- [Reputation at Risk: Why You Should Vet Lateral Hires Carefully](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102kzld/reputation-at-risk-why-you-should-vet-lateral-hires-carefully/): As highlighted in this recent piece on Law.com, the importance of law firms conducting thorough due diligence on lateral partner candidates is underscored every few years, when a newly hired partner’s background quickly puts the firm’s good reputation at risk.Many firms conduct no independent screening and rely exclusively on lateral partner questionnaires without doing a
- [Give up the ghost: what next for Liechtenstein and Russian funds stranded in trusts?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ksrb/give-up-the-ghost-what-next-for-liechtenstein-and-russian-funds-stranded-in-trus/): In a recent FT News Briefing, podcast hosts Marc Filippino and Stephen Morris addressed the challenges facing Liechtenstein’s trust industry following last year’s sanctions against Russia-linked entities registered there – and discussed concerns about what will happen to Russian money stranded in the country’s trusts. Lichtenstein has traditionally been favored by Russia’s ultra rich – especially
- [New Guidelines on FCPA Enforcement](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102kdrs/new-guidelines-on-fcpa-enforcement/): Following the issuance of E.O. 14209, Pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement to Further American Economic and National Security, on February 10, 2025, the Department of Justice ("DOJ") has announced that it will be resuming enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act ("FCPA") with refreshed oversight. A memo issued by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche
- [India's Economy Steams Ahead Despite Fragile Truce](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102kaut/indias-economy-steams-ahead-despite-fragile-truce/): India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire ending several days of fighting that was the worst in decades between the nuclear-armed neighbors. Amidst the hostilities the valuation of India's stock market dropped, resulting in $83 billion of lost market value. The Rupee also weakened against the USD. However, India's markets and currency have been
- [US Expands FTO Designations: A Clear Warning for Companies in High-Risk Regions](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102kas6/us-expands-fto-designations-a-clear-warning-for-companies-in-high-risk-regions/): The Trump administration is expanding its strategic use of the Anti-Terrorism Act to confront transnational criminal organizations (“TCOs”), signaling an ongoing shift in national security and foreign policy priorities. This evolving approach presents both compliance challenges and reputational risks for multinational businesses, particularly those operating in high-risk jurisdictions.This policy focus is most recently reflected in
- [Deregulate Now, Fraud Later?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102k9zo/deregulate-now-fraud-later/): On April 25, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) dropped its investigation into PayPal's stablecoin without issuing an enforcement action. This is the latest in a string of decisions by federal regulators to dismiss or resolve investigations into cryptocurrency companies. Under the Trump Administration, the SEC has dismissed lawsuits against Kraken, Conensys and Cumberland
- [Bill Pallot and the Fraud that Found its Way into the Palace of Versailles](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102k6qw/bill-pallot-and-the-fraud-that-found-its-way-into-the-palace-of-versailles/): It’s not every day that a fraud is exposed by the presence of licorice. In the field of corporate investigations, we’re more familiar with doctored financial reports, ghost employees, or falsified shipping manifests, but the criminal trial of Bill Pallot in France reminds us that the vehicle for fraud can take on many different forms.The
- [TCOs, Crypto, and Combating Next Generation Money Laundering Networks](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102k6hr/tcos-crypto-and-combating-next-generation-money-laundering-networks/): Last Sunday’s New York Times article on Huione Group, which is accused of funneling billions of dollars through Cambodian banks, is a good example of the scale and sophistication of the money laundering organizations reportedly supporting transnational criminal organizations (TCOs). Whether in support of the global narcotics trade or other organized criminal activity, international money
- [Keeping Tabs on Asia: From Manufacturing to Law Firms, How Trump’s Trade War is Affecting Business in Asia](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102k5z6/keeping-tabs-on-asia-from-manufacturing-to-law-firms-how-trumps-trade-war-is-a/): While President Trump threatens a trade war with Canada and to buy Greenland, Asia is largely awaiting the President’s focus. China appears to have taken Trump’s tariffs in stride and even encouraged the rest of the world to be “staunch defenders” of globalization. Meanwhile, Asia-watchers struggle to correctly interpret the latest trends for the Asian
- ['The Errors Tour 2024,' 
The Rise of Mis/Disinformation and its Impact on the US Election](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jdxr/the-errors-tour-2024-the-rise-of-mis-disinformation-and-its-impact-on-the-us/): From fraudulent political smear campaigns to ‘sensational’ news headlines, election-year misinformation is nothing new. However this election year, owing to increasingly sophisticated and unregulated technology – from deepfakes to AI – and an ever-expanding number of platforms to propagate misinformation, the risk of a misinformed public is greater than ever.Nardello & Co. convened a panel
- [A Danger for Democracy, and Investment, in Peru](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j6ll/a-danger-for-democracy-and-investment-in-peru/): Emanating from Brazil across Latin America, the Odebrecht corruption scandal led to the imprisonment of some of the region's most senior political officials and influential businessmen. It also opened the eyes of many outside investors to the serious corruption endemic to many parts of the region. To manage the risk, many investors started conducting more
- [A step back for Brazil?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j408/a-step-back-for-brazil/): Recent increased Brazilian government intervention in some of the country's largest companies calls into question where leadership is trying to take the country - into the future or back to the past? This FT article notes how comments by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva suggesting the federal government should play a larger role in
- [Oil for Elections](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102irua/oil-for-elections/): Instituted in 2019, US sanctions have had a devastating effect on Venezuela, home to the largest proven oil reserves in the world and once one of Latin America's richest countries. This interview, in which the Biden Administration's top Latin America official explains why a deal was struck to lift many of those sanctions in exchange
- [Encrypted messaging: are there divergent regulatory approaches in UK vs US?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jwry/encrypted-messaging-are-there-divergent-regulatory-approaches-in-uk-vs-us/): The head of the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) confirmed it will not introduce specific rules in relation to the use of encrypted messaging services for unauthorized business communications. The FCA’s announcement is one of the first noticeable moves toward a less prescriptive regulatory environment, and goes against most expectations. On the face of it, this
- [Shielding Executives from the Digital Storm](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izgo/shielding-executives-from-the-digital-storm/): While businesses frequently assess their online reputations, cyber security, and online data vulnerabilities, the same level of scrutiny is not always applied to these areas as they relate to company executives. Investigations of social media, deep web, and dark web sources can identify vulnerabilities in the online presence of senior managers. These vulnerabilities need to
- [The arrest in the UnitedHealthcare killing didn't mitigate the threat. It magnified it.](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jrm4/the-arrest-in-the-unitedhealthcare-killing-didnt-mitigate-the-threat-it-magnifi/): An extensive manhunt spearheaded by the NYPD led to the arrest of Luigi Mangione and the subsequent filing of murder charges for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This arrest did not bring the threat level down. In fact, it appears to be having the opposite effect. Following his arrest and detention, as described
- [You test your cyber defenses regularly.  You need to test your physical security as well.](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jrda/you-test-your-cyber-defenses-regularly-you-need-to-test-your-physical-security/): The targeted killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson serves as a stark reminder that all businesses and high-profile individuals can find themselves in a heightened threat environment with little apparent warning. This tragedy has forced companies to re-evaluate the manner in which their security programs protect their executives. In much the same way that
- [Will the Boeing Monitorship Lead to a New Selection Process?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jede/will-the-boeing-monitorship-lead-to-a-new-selection-process/): Virtually from the time the first corporate monitor was installed approximately 20 years ago, there has been controversy over the selection process. The wide discretion enjoyed by the Department of Justice ("DOJ") bubbled over into concerns about creating boondoggles and promoting patronage. Flowing out of this criticism, the DOJ created a more structured selection process:
- [Biden’s Central American Anti-Corruption Campaign and Implications for US Businesses](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izj6/bidens-central-american-anti-corruption-campaign-and-implications-for-us-busines/): Last month, US Vice President Kamala Harris visited Guatemala in her role overseeing diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing migration pressures in the Northern Triangle of Central America. Vice President Harris had a stark message for the Honduran, Salvadoran, and Guatemalan families and unaccompanied children wanting to head north: “Do not come.” Instead, she encouraged Central
- [The Investigator’s Endgame: Finding Success Without Compromising Ethics](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izj5/the-investigators-endgame-finding-success-without-compromising-ethics/): Modern day investigators have the luxury of seemingly endless technological resources that allow them to investigate in ways that Sherlock Holmes could have only dreamed of. The gift of modern technology and all its bells and whistles does come with a catch. In recent months, several revelations of spying using advanced spyware highlight the ethical
- [Beware the October Surprise](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izh4/beware-the-october-surprise/): One month before Election Day 2022, Wes Moore was primed to be elected the next governor of Maryland. His campaign was riding the momentum of a hard-fought victory in a highly competitive Democratic primary; one in which Moore defeated nine competitors, winning by just 15,000 votes out of over 600,000 cast. Polls revealed Moore held
- [Hack & Sell Short: A New Cyber Threat](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izpl/hack-sell-short-a-new-cyber-threat/): A recent piece in the Financial Times drew attention to the potential for short sellers to drive down a company’s share value by conspiring with hackers to attack a target company’s IT systems. The author of the article made the urgent but underappreciated observation that the number of malign actors capable of sophisticated hacking has
- [Modern Risks Demand Modern Due Diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izpj/modern-risks-demand-modern-due-diligence/): The notion that financial institutions and other commercial actors should take reasonable precautions to avoid facilitating criminal activities—today commonly referred to as “due diligence”—has its origins in early twentieth-century efforts to combat money laundering in casinos by organized crime groups. Over time, that narrow duty has grown into an expensive set of regulatory requirements applicable
- [The EU’s Mandatory Human Rights Due Diligence: Be Prepared, Not Worried](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izpi/the-eus-mandatory-human-rights-due-diligence-be-prepared-not-worried/): The idea that businesses should take care not to engage in or enable human rights violations in their overseas operations is not novel. Corporate social responsibility is a principle that has been around nearly as long as corporations themselves, and in recent years it has been codified into widely-praised global standards such as the UN
- [The “Robinhood Effect” on Due Diligence](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izph/the-robinhood-effect-on-due-diligence/): Until recently, many Wall Street professionals viewed individual retail investors as minor players in the equity market with little power to drive share prices. That assumption was finally put to bed by the astonishing surge (and subsequent crash) of once sleepy stocks such as those of GameStop, AMC Theaters, and BlackBerry. These market movements were
- [January 6 and Beyond: Understanding the New Social Media Landscape](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izpf/january-6-and-beyond-understanding-the-new-social-media-landscape/): The storming of the US Capitol on January 6 shocked the nation and laid bare the dangerous consequences that online radicalization poses to American democracy. Attorney General Merrick Garland, in his Senate confirmation hearing on February 22, declared that domestic terrorism would be his “first priority.” But the implications of the Capitol riot will be
- [The Old Boys’ Network is Failing](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izpe/the-old-boys-network-is-failing/): Former Covid vaccine czar Moncef Slaoui’s departure from various corporate positions following sexual harassment allegations and the continued calls for New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s resignation following allegations of bullying, inappropriate comments, and unwanted touching, are only two of the most recent in a litany of such incidents involving men in leadership positions in 2021.
- [As Shareholder Activists Flex Their Muscles, What Lessons for Japan, Inc?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izpc/as-shareholder-activists-flex-their-muscles-what-lessons-for-japan-inc/): Anyone who thought shareholder activism would never take root in Japan had a rude awakening at Toshiba’s extraordinary general meeting last month. An investor revolt on March 18 saw Singapore-based activist fund Effissimo Capital Management, the largest shareholder of the Japanese behemoth, force an independent investigation over irregularities it says occurred at Toshiba’s general shareholder
- [The More Things Change, The More Things Need to Change: Competing in an Unregulated Environment](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izj7/the-more-things-change-the-more-things-need-to-change-competing-in-an-unregulat/): The last twenty years have seen tremendous changes in how we interact, both personally and professionally. Social media and crowdfunding have, to varying degrees, impacted our daily lives. There is no question that these platforms have had a positive effect: users can raise funds on a large scale for disaster relief, track down old friends,
- [South Dakota—the new Liechtenstein? What the Pandora Papers Say about US Fiscal Paradises](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izj4/south-dakotathe-new-liechtenstein-what-the-pandora-papers-say-about-us-fiscal-p/): In mythology, Pandora opened her box and released all manner of evil into the world. Just as Prometheus warned against what might come, the recent revelations of the Pandora Papers — a leak of millions of documents from 14 offshore service providers, including law firms and trust companies — were presaged by previous leaks from
- [ESG Due Diligence: A New Class of Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izj2/esg-due-diligence-a-new-class-of-risk/): The rapid rise of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework as a measure of corporate performance is remaking global business. Regulators around the world are rewriting the playbook for political and market demands that companies report their environmental and social impact. As finance houses rate—and nix—investments for their ESG credentials, retail investors are shifting
- [China Evergrande: Managing the Risk of a Black Box Economy](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izj0/china-evergrande-managing-the-risk-of-a-black-box-economy/): With the high–profile struggles of real estate giant China Evergrande Group in the news, long–time China market watchers can be forgiven for feeling a touch of déjà vu. This week the company reportedly defaulted on over USD 300 billion of debt, and earlier in December the government stepped in to assist the company in its
- [‘Everyone Has to Give Blood Sometime’: Lessons for Theranos Investors](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iziv/everyone-has-to-give-blood-sometime-lessons-for-theranos-investors/): Chief among the questions raised by the criminal fraud conviction of Elizabeth Holmes, at least among investigators who assess risk for a living, is: “What steps could investors have taken to avoid being victimized by the Theranos fraud?”In a recent article, the New York Times explained why too many investors fail to see, or even
- [Environmental Accounting Requires More Than Just Auditors—It Also Needs Investigators](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izit/environmental-accounting-requires-more-than-just-auditorsit-also-needs-investiga/): As shown during COP26—the UN Climate Change Conference—in Glasgow this past fall, the role financial markets can play in ending dependence on fossil fuels engenders heated discussion and debate. UBS recently estimated that $140 trillion will be spent to realize the Paris Agreement’s target of carbon neutrality by 2020, a “once-in-a-generation” investment. Putting aside exact
- [Will Japan’s Economic Security Push Trigger a Paradigm Shift in Its Due Diligence Mindset?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izis/will-japans-economic-security-push-trigger-a-paradigm-shift-in-its-due-diligence/): Amid growing concerns about Chinese espionage and threats to Japan’s supply chains laid bare by geopolitical tensions and the COVID-19 pandemic, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has made economic security a signature policy item ahead of upper house parliamentary elections in July.In a move that is likely to appeal to voters in a country where
- [Not So Elementary, My Dear Watson: Complying with International Sanctions](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izir/not-so-elementary-my-dear-watson-complying-with-international-sanctions/): As seasoned investigators, we are routinely engaged by our clients to carry out due diligence investigations to minimize the risk of exposure to sanctioned parties. These parties include individuals/companies appearing on government blacklists such as the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) list of Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs). For example, any companies that are
- [Managing the Cyber Storm, Making Order Out of Chaos](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izip/managing-the-cyber-storm-making-order-out-of-chaos/): The gloves have come off in cyberspace: nation states, ransomware groups, and organized cyber-criminal organizations are taking sides. Industry professionals continue to see the targeting of multinational technology companies, cyber defense solutions, and trusted identity platforms. Over the past month, the LAPSUS$ data extortion group, which takes credit for recent cyber intrusions, has gone as
- [Revisiting the Criminal Defense Subpoena](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izio/revisiting-the-criminal-defense-subpoena/): In this New York Law Journal special section on white collar crime, Nardello & Co. Managing Director and Counsel to the CEO Howard Master applies his experience in federal and state prosecutors’ offices and his work on wrongful conviction cases to recommend revisiting the criminal defense subpoena as a tool for uncovering the truth. In the article,
- [Mitigating Risks in Private Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izif/mitigating-risks-in-private-investigations/): Today in Bloomberg Law, Senior Managing Director Michael Ramos and Chief Legal Officer Warren Feldman discuss the situations where private investigators may be useful to attorneys conducting probes into allegations of corporate misconduct. They emphasize that private investigators must use ethical and legal methods to gather evidence so that it is admissible in court, and that attorneys can
- [Investigating the SCOTUS leak: Here’s what needs to be done](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izie/investigating-the-scotus-leak-heres-what-needs-to-be-done/): Senior Managing Directors Nicholas Peck and Thomas Feeney contribute an opinion piece to The Hill.READ MORE
- [New Front Lines in AML Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izib/new-front-lines-in-aml-investigations/): From cryptocurrency and real estate to Chinese underground banks, Nardello & Co. Managing Directors John Auerbach, Howard Master, and Chris Urben outline emerging front lines in complex financial crime investigations in a chapter of International Comparative Legal Guide’s Anti-Money Laundering Laws and Regulations 2022.READ MORE
- [Intelligence in the Modern World: The Opportunities and Barriers of Data in Today’s Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izhw/intelligence-in-the-modern-world-the-opportunities-and-barriers-of-data-in-today/): Managing Directors Christopher Ribeiro and Amie Chang discuss the importance of open source intelligence in modern investigations in this Law.com article.READ MORE
- [Moderna’s Single-Day CFO: The Importance of Conducting Thorough Background Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izhg/modernas-single-day-cfo-the-importance-of-conducting-thorough-background-invest/): On May 9, industry veteran Jorge Gomez reported for work as the new chief financial officer of biotechnology company Moderna, Inc., as the company sought continued global growth following the success of its messenger RNA COVID-19 vaccine.Gomez was a known quantity and safe bet for Moderna, with Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel praising him for his
- [Chinese Money Laundering Scheme Boosts Drug Trafficking in US](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izhd/chinese-money-laundering-scheme-boosts-drug-trafficking-in-us/): Managing Director Chris Urben contributes an opinion piece to The Hill.READ MORE
- [Mitigating Risk of Data Leaks in Investigations](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izhb/mitigating-risk-of-data-leaks-in-investigations/): Businesses should implement strategies that minimize the chance of leaking collected data, explain Chris Ribeiro and Liam Hanlon at global investigations firm Nardello & Co. Top of the list they say is for firms to prepare for leaks, learn from past experiences, and proactively engage partners and investigators on the latest tools and techniques.READ MORE
- [Data Privacy Laws and Private Investigators: What You Need to Know](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izh5/data-privacy-laws-and-private-investigators-what-you-need-to-know/): When most people think about privacy laws, what springs to mind are banks, insurance companies, and health care providers; businesses that move reams of data every day. However, since information, including personal information, is the stock-in-trade for every private investigator, privacy laws impact how private investigators operate, and the expansion of privacy laws affects how
- [Don’t Feed the Trolls: An Investigator’s Approach to Online Harassment](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izgz/dont-feed-the-trolls-an-investigators-approach-to-online-harassment/): While many things have changed over the last few years of pandemic disruptions, one unfortunate constant has been the prevalence of toxic online content and persistent online harassment. Reports by the Pew Research Center and the Anti-Defamation League based on surveys completed in late 2020 and early 2021 found that over 40% of Americans had experienced online harassment, with
- [Orange Soda in Fiji: Global Asset Tracing](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102izgy/orange-soda-in-fiji-global-asset-tracing/): Attempts to chase assets of Russian oligarchs following the Russian invasion of Ukraine have brought newfound attention to the byzantine ways in which malefactors can hide their beneficial ownership of assets, whether they be luxury properties in London, superyachts in Fiji, or even paramilitary groups operating in conflict zones. As demonstrated by leaks such as
- [US-China Trade Controls: Everything Everywhere All At Once](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jp2e/us-china-trade-controls-everything-everywhere-all-at-once/): Clamping down on trade with China is apparently one of the few remaining bipartisan causes in American politics. The US has expanded its China-related tariff and sanctions regime introduced in the Trump administration, which included the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, and Section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2019, which placed broad
- [Will China Curb M&A Enthusiasm?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jnws/will-china-curb-ma-enthusiasm/): Wall Street is anticipating President-elect Trump and a Republican controlled Congress to loosen regulations likely to spur M&A activity, as reflected in the surging stock prices of public companies that are expected to conduct M&A deals. It remains to be seen, however, whether this post-election enthusiasm can be sustained through a maze of regulatory approvals
- [Sneaky Sneaker Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ir8z/sneaky-sneaker-risk/): The New York Times article on Adidas’s troubled relationship with Kanye West demonstrates the value of comprehensive research, interviews, and reviews of internal corporate records in telling the story of “what this company knew, when they knew it, and how they responded,” as described by the article’s author Megan Twohey. The article notes Adidas executives
- [Nardello & Co. Mentioned in Michael Lewis's book Going Infinite](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iri4/nardello-co-mentioned-in-michael-lewiss-book-going-infinite/): Michael Lewis’s book Going Infinite about Sam Bankman-Fried mention’s Nardello & Co.’s work with John J. Ray III on the FTX bankruptcy investigation. Nardello is mentioned on page 236: “Ray hired teams of hard-nosed sleuths--many of whom he’d worked with before. ‘Serious adults,’ as he called them. The Nardello firm was a lot of former
- [Recent SEC Charges Highlight CISO Exposure](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102irld/recent-sec-charges-highlight-ciso-exposure/): The Securities and Exchange Commission's filing of a complaint alleging software company Solar Winds and its Chief Information Security Officer Timothy G. Brown misled investors about the company's cybersecurity practices and known risks highlights the Commission's apparent strategy shift towards holding cybersecurity executives personally liable for misrepresenting the state of cyber defenses. Coupled with new
- [DOJ's New Safe Harbor in M&A Deals](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iry1/dojs-new-safe-harbor-in-ma-deals/): Over the last several years, the United States Department of Justice ("DOJ") has increasingly sought to publish formal criteria that would provide an incentive for companies to voluntarily disclose potentially criminal misconduct in return for a declination of prosecution or, at minimum, mitigation of the penalties it would face. Most recently, on October 4, 2023,
- [Ameripol 2.0 is here. Are investigations in the Americas getting better?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102irxy/ameripol-2-0-is-here-are-investigations-in-the-americas-getting-better/): Police coordination is paramount when it comes to fighting crime. Transnational criminal organizations operate through borders, languages, and jurisdictions. They flow through every crack in the system, taking advantage of corruption in one country and poor regulation in another. Although a global investigative firm can coordinate an investigation flawlessly in multiple countries, government agencies need
- [Crypto Mixers in the AML Crosshairs](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102is1j/crypto-mixers-in-the-aml-crosshairs/): With the global cryptocurrency market showing signs of recovery, the US government is turning its attention to convertible currency ("CVC") mixers as key drivers of global money laundering and terrorist financing. While CVC mixers can play a legitimate role, principally for clients seeking privacy when transacting on the public blockchain, they can also be used
- [Tackling Corporate Fraud: A New Era of Accountability in the UK](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102is1o/tackling-corporate-fraud-a-new-era-of-accountability-in-the-uk/): The UK government has introduced a new "failure to prevent fraud" offense as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, aimed at holding organizations accountable for their employees' fraudulent actions. As explained in a recent government factsheet, the new measure seeks to strengthen fraud prevention, improve corporate culture, and protect victims by closing
- [Avoiding “Tales of Woe”](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102is0w/avoiding-tales-of-woe/): The hedge fund Two Sigma has had a tough year, suffering a breakdown in the relationship between its founders that threatens the future of the firm, a breach of internal controls that allowed an employee to adjust its trading algorithms without authorization, and the exposure in a divorce proceeding of alleged questionable financial dealings by
- [UK Companies Admit Sanctions Breach - But What is Next?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102is5l/uk-companies-admit-sanctions-breach-but-what-is-next/): A shrewd Freedom of Information request by Pinsent Masons that revealed many UK companies are violating Russia-related sanctions led to an interesting development. Much remains unclear, however. The penalties have yet to be spelled out, nor the process by which the Treasury plans to assess individual cases. What qualifies as an “honest mistake”? What level
- [Navigating the Pitfalls of a $9.5 Billion Supply Chain](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iscd/navigating-the-pitfalls-of-a-9-5-billion-supply-chain/): A recent report published by international development media platform Devex and the Bureau of Investigative Journalism highlighted critical shortcomings in the largest project ever funded by the US Agency for International Development. The $9.5 billion initiative aimed to revolutionize the procurement and delivery of life-saving medicines and health supplies to millions in economically challenged nations. However,
- [The Magical Detective](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102isn8/the-magical-detective/): Hidden deep within Daniel Immerwahr’s fascinating New Yorker article on deepfakes is the story of how Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the inventor of one of the greatest fictional detectives of all time, fell for doctored photographs of girls playing with fairies and even authored a book extolling them as evidence of a supernatural world.The tale
- [Ecuador's Mission: Impossible](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102isst/ecuadors-mission-impossible/): Daniel Noboa, the youngest elected Ecuadorian president will take office on November 23, facing what is considered by many an impossible situation. His assumption of the presidency could be the start of season two of a series that would stun the writers of House of Cards or Succession. If you have not followed Ecuador's presidential
- [An Even More Uncertain Future for Argentina](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102it11/an-even-more-uncertain-future-for-argentina/): By the late 2010s, Argentina had emerged from the 2001 crisis on the back of a commodity boom. Though many people, untrusting of the peso, still operated in dollars, there was a sense of optimism. Back then, the exchange rate was about three pesos to the dollar. It is striking to see, after only 15
- [The Emergence of New Russian Elite](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102itgd/the-emergence-of-new-russian-elite/): The departure of Western companies from Russia has created opportunities for new Russian players to get hold of valuable businesses at bargain prices. A recent Bloomberg article names several members of the “new Russian elite,” mid-sized and lower-profile entrepreneurs who now own significant assets that used to belong to the world’s largest multinationals.Most of those
- [Cyber Storytelling May Be Your Best Defense](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102itw1/cyber-storytelling-may-be-your-best-defense/): We are all familiar with the phishing exercises employed by internal cybersecurity teams to increase our awareness of schemes used by threat actors to gain illicit access to our computer networks. These exercises mimic the real thing - file transfer links, invoices to be reviewed, or my favorite, a complaint filed against me with the
- [Threats Migrating Back to X](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iu58/threats-migrating-back-to-x/): Those who use social media platforms to monitor risk are witnessing a meaningful shift. Following the January 6th attack on the Capitol, extremist content left mainstream platforms like Facebook, X (the former Twitter), and YouTube as such platforms instituted policies to clamp down on speech that incited violence. But this speech didn't disappear - it
- [Foreign Investment in Mexico](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iu8d/foreign-investment-in-mexico/): According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, the Latin America/Caribbean region received more than $200 billion in direct foreign investment in 2022. It seems increasing political tension and commercial disputes with China shifted transnational companies' growth perspectives towards less-conflicted territories. But every region presents challenges to prospective investors. Some countries with tremendous
- [Beware New Actors Spreading Disinformation](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iuiv/beware-new-actors-spreading-disinformation/): Historically, disinformation campaigns have been waged against companies by competitors who, looking for a leg up, discretely finance short-sellers who issue scathing reports or feed information to friendly reporters. Now, a new type of instigator is targeting companies with falsehoods: hostile state actors looking to sow chaos in the West.State actors employ fringe media publications
- [Cyber Whodunit: AI's Emerging Role in Establishing Attribution in Cyberattacks.](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ivgi/cyber-whodunit-ais-emerging-role-in-establishing-attribution-in-cyberattacks/): In over twenty years in the FBI, I spent plenty of time working as an Evidence Response Team member and found each crime scene was unique, as different from each other as the crimes we were investigating. However, at each scene from which I collected evidence - from the location of the abduction of a
- [Corruption Threatens Investment in Latin America?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iw9n/corruption-threatens-investment-in-latin-america/): Lawlessness and corruption are probably the two conditions most likely to deter investment. Several Latin American countries have failed in their efforts to eradicate corruption domestically, spending millions on misguided policies and ineffective monitoring programs. In contrast, international tools like the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the UK Bribery Act have proven successful in combatting
- [Companies Face an Increase in Activist Attacks](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iwm9/companies-face-an-increase-in-activist-attacks/): In 2023, an increasing number of companies faced attack by activists. The Financial Times has highlighted a few interesting data points on this trend. The first is simply the sheer number of activist campaigns – a total of 252 globally, a new record. Second is the geographical diversity of the campaigns. While corporate activism has traditionally
- [UK Cyberattack Highlights Threat to Real Estate Industry](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iwnp/uk-cyberattack-highlights-threat-to-real-estate-industry/): Last week, on the heels of a cyber attack on CTS, an IT provider to UK law firms, the UK's National Cyber Security Centre and The Law Society of England and Wales issued the legal community advisories emphasizing the need to harden IT networks against cyber attacks. The CTS attack prevented solicitors from finalizing real
- [Supply Chains Worldwide Face New European Regulations Demanding More Responsible and Sustainable Practices.](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iwd9/supply-chains-worldwide-face-new-european-regulations-demanding-more-responsible/): Last December, the European Union (EU) achieved a significant milestone by agreeing on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), marking a pivotal moment in public policy regarding global corporate responsibility. Essentially, the CSDDD mandates that large European companies uphold responsible and sustainable practices in their supply chains, aiming to prevent and penalize human rights
- [DFS Requires Enhanced and Ongoing Vetting](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ixwp/dfs-requires-enhanced-and-ongoing-vetting/): Perhaps not surprisingly after the recent collapses of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, on January 22, 2024, the New York Department of Financial Services ("DFS") released its final guidance on vetting key personnel at state-chartered banks and non-depository institutions. DFS has made clear that it expects the institutions it oversees to carry out “regular
- [The Evergrande Liquidation: A Moment of Truth for China's Overseas Investor Protections](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102iyhu/the-evergrande-liquidation-a-moment-of-truth-for-chinas-overseas-investor-prote/): On January 29, a Hong Kong court ordered China Evergrande Group into liquidation after two years of failed attempts to reach a restructuring agreement with global creditors. The move to liquidate puts China's bankruptcy system into uncharted territory: per its most recent disclosures, Evergrande is carrying over $300 billion in liabilities to both domestic
- [If Companies Are So Focused on Cybersecurity, Why Are Data Breaches Still Rising?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j2zl/if-companies-are-so-focused-on-cybersecurity-why-are-data-breaches-still-rising/): It will come as a surprise to virtually no one that the recently released FBI Internet Crime Report for 2023 documents an increase in reported cybercrimes (up 10%) as well as associated financial losses (up 22%). In 2023, according to the FBI, financial losses totaled a staggering $12.5 billion. What may be surprising, however, is
- [Cyber Defense:  Minimizing the Impact of a Breach Starts at the Top](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j3v4/cyber-defense-minimizing-the-impact-of-a-breach-starts-at-the-top/): When I was recently interviewed by Chief Executive Magazine, I had the opportunity to focus on the role that a chief executive plays in cybersecurity. The CEO of any company, no matter the size, is an extremely busy individual. Adding cybersecurity duties to the already long list of responsibilities is not something that is advisable,
- [The Power of Service Providers in Intercepting the Proceeds of Crypto Crime](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j3vl/the-power-of-service-providers-in-intercepting-the-proceeds-of-crypto-crime/): This extended FT piece on the multi-year saga surrounding the London arrest of a China-born British citizen and seizure of £1.4 billion in bitcoin presents a familiar picture to anyone managing AML risk in the crypto environment. Coordinated international networks of online investment scammers engaged in 'pig butchering' and related fraud schemes have stolen tens of
- [Threading the Needle in Venezuela](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j5p2/threading-the-needle-in-venezuela/): The Biden Administration is set to let expire a general license to buy Venezuelan crude oil after Venezuela failed to uphold a deal that required free and fair elections this summer. In a move many saw coming, the Maduro regime disqualified the opposition's leading candidate, who appeared to have a good chance of winning. The
- [SIM Swapping Becomes an Insider Threat](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j5p3/sim-swapping-becomes-an-insider-threat/): SIM Swapping, the illegal process of transferring the SIM, or Subscriber Identity Module, card from its rightful owner to a threat actor, is on the rise. As the SIM Card stores identification information that pinpoints a smartphone to a specific mobile network, transferring it from telephone to telephone also transfers the telephone number. In the
- [What Low Voter Turnout Could Mean for India](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j78o/what-low-voter-turnout-could-mean-for-india/): Lower than expected voter turnout in India has led to a shift in Modi's campaign strategy. Rather than stand on his decade of economic success, Modi has recently turned to increasingly polarizing rhetoric and even accused two of India's wealthiest industrialists - and donors to his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) - of giving
- [UniCredit's $500M Asset Seizure: Balancing Sanctions and Profits in Russia.](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102j804/unicredits-500m-asset-seizure-balancing-sanctions-and-profits-in-russia/): On May 16, 2024, a commercial court in St. Petersburg issued an interim measure to seize assets worth EUR 463 million from UniCredit, the second largest European bank still operating in Russia. The ruling is part of an ongoing dispute between a Gazprom subsidiary and a German engineering company that suspended Gazprom-related construction work in
- ['The Errors Tour 2024' The Rise of Mis/Disinformation and its Impact on the US Election](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jbpy/the-errors-tour-2024-the-rise-of-mis-disinformation-and-its-impact-on-the-us-el/): From fraudulent political smear campaigns to ‘sensational’ news headlines, election-year misinformation is nothing new.However this election year, owing to increasingly sophisticated and unregulated technology – from deepfakes to AI – and an ever-expanding number of platforms to propagate misinformation, the risk of a misinformed public is greater than ever.Join Nardello & Co. and our panel
- [Indian Securities Regulator Takes Issue with Foreign Short Seller Report](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jbrz/indian-securities-regulator-takes-issue-with-foreign-short-seller-report/): US investment research firm Hindenburg posted the full text of a “show cause” notice it received from India's Securities and Exchange Board ("SEBI"), which alleges that Hindenburg's January 2023 report on Adani Group was misleading because the firm was “indirectly participating in the Indian securities market.” Hindenburg countered that it had publicly fully disclosed its
- [To Keep the Singapore Miracle Alive, Firms Must Plunge into Global Markets](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jbn6/to-keep-the-singapore-miracle-alive-firms-must-plunge-into-global-markets/): While its economic miracle is hailed around the world, the Lion City can ill-afford to rest on its success. For a highly developed economy in an uncertain global financial system, growth will become increasingly difficult. The island’s small market limits the growth of companies that cater to a local consumer base. For Singapore to achieve its
- [Southeast Asia Expected to Grow Faster Than China in the Next Decade](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jf9a/southeast-asia-expected-to-grow-faster-than-china-in-the-next-decade/): Having lived in the shadow of China's economic miracle, Southeast Asia stands poised to write the next chapter of Asia's economic development. The Angsana Council, Bain & Company, and DBS Bank predict that six Southeast Asian countries - Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam - are likely to average 5.1% annual GDP growth
- [A New Weapon for the US Department of Justice to Fight Foreign Corruption](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jha4/a-new-weapon-for-the-us-department-of-justice-to-fight-foreign-corruption/): In December 2023, President Biden signed into law the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act (“FEPA”), which makes it a federal crime for any foreign government official to “demand, seek, receive, accept or agree to receive or accept, directly or indirectly” a bribe from a US company or individual. US prosecutors, who had been limited by the Foreign
- [Will Corruption Derail India 2047?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102jhad/will-corruption-derail-india-2047/): China watchers have long scrutinized national anniversaries for pronouncements about major achievements or shifts in economic policies or goals. China’s emergence as a manufacturing and economic juggernaut has been made plain over years of anniversary milestones. Meanwhile, India watchers’ eyes are fixed on 2047, which will mark 100 years of independence and, if all goes
- [Why are Australian Businesses Averse to Southeast Asian Markets?](https://nardelloandco.com/passle-insights/102ji47/why-are-australian-businesses-averse-to-southeast-asian-markets/): Despite Australia's proximity to Southeast Asia, its investment in the region remains underwhelming. Data from Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade show that only one Southeast Asian country - Singapore - was among Australia's top 20 investment destinations in 2023. This, despite the complementarities between Australia's “strong mining, agricultural and services sectors” and the

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- [Bloomberg Law - New York Brief Q&A with Dan Nardello](https://nardelloandco.com/download/4399/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Brigitte Macron's never-ending fake news nightmare](https://nardelloandco.com/download/4324/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Designating Drug Cartels as Terrorist Organizations: The Next Frontier in Corporate Risk](https://nardelloandco.com/download/4284/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Dan Nardello interviewed by Spear's Magazine](https://nardelloandco.com/download/4278/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Howard Master & KKL LLP Amicus Brief](https://nardelloandco.com/download/4121/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Chris Urben's Written Testimony](https://nardelloandco.com/download/4075/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Report of the Independent Investigator into Allegations of Labor and Compliance Issues During the Construction of the NYU Abu Dhabi Campus on Saadiyat Island, United Arab Emirates](https://nardelloandco.com/download/3893/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [23andMe’s Bankruptcy Could Bolster its ICO and Other Settlement Deals](https://nardelloandco.com/download/3822/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Extortion and the New Terrorist Designations](https://nardelloandco.com/download/3736/?tmstv=1792541848)
- [Nardello & Co. Trends and Insights Report](https://nardelloandco.com/download/3604/?tmstv=1792541848)

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