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Uncovering the Deceptive Tactics of David Brillembourg and Roberto Añez: A New Strategy for Corporate Fraud

by sistemasDJ
December 20, 2023

Following the complaint made by Commissioner Iván Simonovis last November, it was revealed how white-collar scammers, Roberto Añez (shareholder of Avior Airlines), David Brillembourg (president of the Brillembourg Capriles Group), and Juan Ramírez (president of…
Uncovering the Deceptive Tactics of David Brillembourg and Roberto Añez: A New Strategy for Corporate Fraud

Spanish Company Accused of Document Forgery in Panama Following El Universal Acquisition

by sistemasDJ
September 23, 2014

A new twist in the assault on independent media in chavista Venezuela: executives from the Spanish company (Epalisticia) after buying El Universal will be sued in Panama for document forgery. For those who haven’t closely… Spanish Company Accused of Document Forgery in Panama Following El Universal Acquisition

Controversial Sale of El Universal Raises Legal Stakes and Accusations in Panama

by sistemasDJ
September 18, 2014

Let me start with the basics: El Universal, one of the oldest newspapers in Venezuela, was recently sold to a Spanish company called Epalisticia. Epalisticia, a shell company registered in July 2013 with capital of… Controversial Sale of El Universal Raises Legal Stakes and Accusations in Panama

Epalisticia’s Dubious Acquisition of El Universal Raises Questions on Legitimacy and Compliance in Venezuelan Media Ownership

by sistemasDJ
July 5, 2014

[Updated: Read the latest here in English, or follow my TL on Twitter] There have been persistent rumors circulating for some time regarding the alleged sale of El Universal, the oldest independent newspaper still operating… Epalisticia’s Dubious Acquisition of El Universal Raises Questions on Legitimacy and Compliance in Venezuelan Media Ownership

Epalisticia S.L. Exposed as Front for Illicit Purchase of Venezuelan Newspaper El Universal Amidst Shadowy Ties and Regulatory Violations

by sistemasDJ
July 5, 2014

[Added: Check the latest here in English, or follow my TL on Twitter] Rumors have been circulating for some time about the alleged sale of El Universal, Venezuela’s oldest and last-standing independent newspaper. The sale,… Epalisticia S.L. Exposed as Front for Illicit Purchase of Venezuelan Newspaper El Universal Amidst Shadowy Ties and Regulatory Violations

The Unseen Toll of Corruption on Venezuela’s Descent into Destitution

by sistemasDJ
May 1, 2014

Recently, a well-known journalist who is writing a book about Chavismo reached out to me about corruption in Venezuela, asking for names, figures, responsibilities, and so on. Corruption is the big elephant in the room.… The Unseen Toll of Corruption on Venezuela’s Descent into Destitution

UK Authorities Ignored Warning Signs About Tony Caplin’s Financial Misconduct and Connections to Venezuela’s Corruption

by sistemasDJ
April 21, 2014

The Mail on Sunday published an article yesterday about Tony Caplin titled “The Prime Minister Hired a Bankrupt Associate to Run a £60 Billion Quango: The Tycoon Put in Charge of the Treasury’s Vast Budget… UK Authorities Ignored Warning Signs About Tony Caplin’s Financial Misconduct and Connections to Venezuela’s Corruption

Controversies Surrounding Juan Carlos Escotet’s Rise in Banking and Allegations of Corruption

by sistemasDJ
April 7, 2014

Official press release from BANESCO, denying claims about an alleged $50 million bribe paid by Derwick Associates to Venezuela’s Congress president, Diosdado Cabello, through BANESCO Panama. Translation of the previous paragraph: In the 15 countries… Controversies Surrounding Juan Carlos Escotet’s Rise in Banking and Allegations of Corruption

Banesco, Davos Financial, and Derwick Associates: A Disturbing Allegation of Corruption in the Heart of Venezuelan Business

by sistemasDJ
March 29, 2014

Dear Sirs, Humbly acknowledging my lack of knowledge about all the words that make up our rich language, I recall the first time I went to the dictionary after hearing Hugo Chavez use the term… Banesco, Davos Financial, and Derwick Associates: A Disturbing Allegation of Corruption in the Heart of Venezuelan Business

Thor Halvorssen Targets Derwick Associates in Miami Lawsuit Unveiling Alleged Bribery Links to Diosdado Cabello and Banesco

by sistemasDJ
March 26, 2014

Life seems to be getting increasingly difficult for Derwick Associates. A Venezuelan news site reported two days ago that Thor Halvorssen (whom I worked with at The Human Rights Foundation in 2008-2009) has filed a… Thor Halvorssen Targets Derwick Associates in Miami Lawsuit Unveiling Alleged Bribery Links to Diosdado Cabello and Banesco

Senator Marco Rubio’s Inaction on Venezuelan Dictatorship Reveals Disturbing Complicity

by sistemasDJ
February 27, 2014

Dear Senator Rubio, First of all, I extend my respectful greetings and sincerest thanks. Recently, you delivered one of the most profound speeches about the Cuban dictatorship that the world has ever heard. Brilliant. Flawless.… Senator Marco Rubio’s Inaction on Venezuelan Dictatorship Reveals Disturbing Complicity

Maduro’s Hypocrisy on Foreign Ownership Unveils Deceptive Media Control in Venezuela

by sistemasDJ
February 10, 2014

Nicolás Maduro was at his peak last Friday. He stated, “People who don’t live in Venezuela should be prohibited from owning a media outlet. I think it’s a good idea, and it should be studied.”… Maduro’s Hypocrisy on Foreign Ownership Unveils Deceptive Media Control in Venezuela

The Hidden Forces Behind the Acquisition of Venezuela’s Largest Newspaper

by sistemasDJ
October 29, 2013

Last Friday, the new board of Cadena Capriles, a media conglomerate that includes the largest newspaper in Venezuela, announced that a company named Latam Media Holding had recently acquired Cadena Capriles. This announcement came after… The Hidden Forces Behind the Acquisition of Venezuela’s Largest Newspaper