Unpacking New U.S. Data on Migrants with Criminal Records and the Role of Currency in Illegal Activities
Recently released U.S. data on migrants with criminal convictions has become a focal point in political debates, especially regarding immigration policies under the Biden administration. Former President Donald Trump has used the figures to criticize President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, claiming that “13,000 convicted murderers entered our country during her three and […]
Historic Guilty Plea by Bank Highlights US Crackdown on Money Launderers
For the first time, a US bank has admitted to helping criminal networks in Colombia launder hundreds of millions of dollars in dirty money, underscoring the fruits of a renewed push to target those aiding the region’s money launderers. TD Bank, N.A. and TD Bank USA, N.A. pleaded guilty to a money laundering conspiracy and […]
The Role of Cash Transactions in the Arrest of Suspected Venezuelan Gang Members
In a recent operation, the Rensselaer Police Department in New York arrested two men believed to be affiliated with the Tren de Aragua gang, a violent criminal organization originating from Venezuela. The suspects, Gregory Marlyn Galindez-Trias, 24, and Moises Alejandro Condollo-Urbaneja, 22, were detained after allegedly using a credit card belonging to a homicide victim, […]
The Role of Cash Transactions in the Ongoing Conflict in Gaza and Lebanon
As Israel intensifies its airstrikes across Gaza and Lebanon, resulting in significant casualties—over 52 reported deaths in Lebanon and at least 25 in Gaza from recent strikes—the use of currency notes remains a critical but often overlooked aspect of conflict dynamics. Amidst the devastation and humanitarian crisis, cash transactions not only enable daily survival for […]
Can NYC Mayor Eric Adams Overcome Bribery Charges Amid Legal Battles and Political Aspirations?
New York City Mayor Eric Adams found himself in court recently, as his legal team sought to dismiss a federal bribery charge that could jeopardize his political future. The indictment, which also includes wire fraud and conspiracy counts, is set to go to trial on April 21, 2025, coinciding with Adams’ reelection campaign. This legal […]
Can a Cashless Society Improve National Security Amid Rising Bomb Threats?
Recently, Senior IPS officer Amrit Mohan Prasad, chief of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), took on an additional role as Director General (DG) of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) amid heightened bomb threats to airlines across India. This move reflects the government’s urgent response to the surge in aviation-related threats, with the BCAS […]
Could a Cashless Society Deter Criminal Networks Like the Bishnoi Gang?
In a recent development, U.S. authorities have alerted Indian law enforcement to the presence of Anmol Bishnoi, the younger brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, on American soil. This information prompted the Mumbai Police to initiate extradition proceedings against Anmol, a key figure in various high-profile cases, including a shooting incident outside Bollywood actor Salman […]
Could Going Cashless Curb Organized Crime and Criminal Networks Like the Bishnoi Syndicate?
The recent alert from US authorities regarding Anmol Bishnoi’s presence on American soil has prompted Mumbai Police to initiate extradition proceedings. Anmol, the younger brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, is accused of orchestrating several high-profile incidents, including a firing outside Bollywood star Salman Khan’s residence. With a National Investigation Agency (NIA) bounty of ₹10 […]
Can a Cashless Society Deter Contract Killings and Organized Crime?
In a recent Canadian court decision, two men, Tanner Fox and Jose Lopez, pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder of Ripudaman Singh Malik, a Sikh community leader and one of the former suspects in the 1985 Air India bombing case. Malik, who was shot multiple times outside his family business in Surrey, British Columbia, was […]
Why Eliminating Cash Transactions Could Help Tackle Extremism and Organized Crime Abroad
In a recent statement, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed concern over Canada’s approach to organized crime and extremism, criticizing the government for granting visas to individuals linked to criminal and extremist activities in Punjab despite clear warnings from New Delhi. Addressing an audience on his book Why Bharat Matters, Jaishankar highlighted that certain pro-Khalistan […]