A series of accusations, allegations, and legal actions against Alejandro Betancourt—dubbed one of the “bolichicos” by journalist Juan Carlos Zapata—links him to the worsening electric crisis in Venezuela, described today as catastrophic. It is said… Wealth Accumulation Through Corruption: The Dark Legacy of Alejandro Betancourt in Venezuela’s Crisis
By: Alek Boyd Source: INFODIO Alek Boyd Yesterday, I had the opportunity to participate as an expert in a conference on corruption in Venezuela at the OAS. Such topics are rarely discussed in institutions… Uncovering Venezuela’s Corruption: Insights from OAS Conference on Illicit Funds
Last night, the Department of Justice (DoJ) charged Raúl Gorrín with money laundering. Readers of this site were already aware that this was coming. Alejandro Andrade, Claudia Díaz Guillén, and Adrián Velásquez (both awaiting extradition… US Justice Department Charges Raúl Gorrín with Money Laundering: Insights into Venezuela’s Corruption Network
Estadao de Brasil reported yesterday that the Swiss Prosecutor’s Office will send the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) banking information related to the payment of $160 million in bribes to five PDVSA officials. The report… US Justice Department Advances on PDVSA Corruption Case with Swiss Bank Evidence
It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that Rafael Ramírez, the former Minister of Concurrent Energy and General Director of Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), virtually controlled Venezuela’s revenues from 2004 to 2014. During his time… Why Has the Justice Department Not Arrested Rafael Ramírez? Unraveling the Corruption in Venezuela’s PDVSA and Andorra
By Fiorella Perfetto In a scenario reminiscent of the renowned “Theory of Everything” in physics, the recent accusations formalized by the U.S. Department of Justice against at least five former officials of the Chávez regime… Unraveling the Web of Corruption: US Prosecutor’s Damning Revelations Against Former PDVSA Officials
Mr. Grinda, you may not know me, but I take the liberty to introduce myself through this medium. I am a journalist by profession, Venezuelan, of Basque descent, and I have focused for the past… Exposing the Boliburguesía: The Venezuelan Mafia’s Influence in Spain and Its Impact on Corruption
Brazil’s Estadao reports that Gazprombank has established a money laundering scheme in Switzerland with Derwick Oil & Gas. These explosive revelations come after an investigation by Switzerland’s financial regulatory body into the Panama Papers ended… Gazprombank Faces US and Swiss Sanctions Over Derwick Oil & Gas Corruption Scheme in Venezuela
Yesterday, I had the chance to participate as an expert in a conference on corruption in Venezuela at the OAS. It’s not every day that such topics are discussed in institutions like this. Despite my… Uncovering Venezuela’s Corruption: Insights from OAS Conference on Illicit Fund Origins and Their Global Impact
The U.S. Department of Justice revealed yesterday some charges related to a money laundering and bribery scheme involving several familiar suspects highlighted on this website: “Five former Venezuelan government officials charged in money laundering scheme… US Justice Department Charges Venezuelan Officials with Money Laundering and Bribery in Major Corruption Scheme
New information continues to emerge regarding Banca Privada D’Andorra (BPA), labeled a “primary money laundering concern” by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The latest report reveals how… Eudomario Carruyo’s $28 Million Bribery Scandal Linked to PDVSA and Rafael Ramírez’s Cousin: A Deep Dive into Corruption in Venezuela’s Oil Industry
Earlier this year, I was contacted by a chavista source with an intriguing story. I imagine the initiation of this exchange was prompted by my ongoing investigation into the corruption surrounding Derwick Associates, which I’ve… Luis Motta Dominguez Uncovers Corruption Scandal Involving Derwick Associates
I contacted the US District Court to request the unsealing of certain documents in the case of Otto Reich versus Derwick Associates. It’s quite interesting to see my name listed in the court dockets, as… Shocking Court Plea: Journalist Demands Transparency as US Court Considers Unsealing Key Legal Documents in Explosive Case!
Everyhistorical event has a defining moment. I propose that Hugo Chavez’spolitical career didn’t start with the coup d’état,but rather with that interview in which he addressed the nationand uttered the famous “for now.” That brief… Chavismo Faces Reckoning as US Targets Corruption and Human Rights Violations
[UPDATED*] Earlier this week,El Mundo, a prominent Spanish newspaper, disclosed that six Venezuelans are under investigation by Spain’s Anti Money Laundering squad (SEPBLAC) for money laundering activities. This revelation follows a notice from the U.S.… Derwick Associates’ Corruption Exposed in Venezuela’s Contract Scandal