Cartel Insider: 'I'm bridging a gap that might otherwise leave English readers uninformed about the nuanced realities of the cartel world'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 24, 2023
Journalists in Mexico are often targeted for violence by cartels and 2022 has already seen 13 casualties, the deadliest year on record for journalists. The operator of Cartel Insider, a website dedicated to reporting the activities of cartels, explained the unique challenges of reporting news on the cartel in Mexico.
University of Chicago agrees to $13.5 million settlement in antitrust lawsuit: 'The University of Chicago is committed to removing financial barriers for undergraduate students'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 17, 2023
On Aug. 7, the University of Chicago agreed to a $13.5 million settlement in an antitrust lawsuit involving prestigious institutions. Allegations include a cartel-like agreement on financial aid principles and sensitive information exchange.
Grewal: 'The SEC has violated due process, abused its discretion and abandoned its own earlier interpretations of the securities laws'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 9, 2023
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S., has filed a motion urging the District Court for the Southern District of New York to dismiss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's lawsuit against the company.
Friedman: SEC's 'inconsistency makes us wonder if all crypto exchanges are held to the same standards'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 2, 2023
After the Department of Justice decided not to pursue a campaign finance charge against former crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried, a Bitcoin.com analyst raised concerns about double standards in federal agencies’ approach to policing the crypto industry.
Crypto exchange OKX linked to member of CCP elite
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 24, 2023
A decade ago, a Bloomberg report called Feng Bo, the grandson-in-law of former paramount leader Deng Xiaoping, "an early investor in China's Internet startups." Today, Feng Bo's investment firm is linked to OKX, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world.
Rep. Gallagher: 'The CCP if they win this competition ... will likely use that technology for evil'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 20, 2023
On July 18, the Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation Subcommittee (CITI) held a hearing to discuss the use of artificial intelligence on the battlefield. U.S. Representative Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chairman of Subcommittee, delivered the opening remarks at the hearing.
McClintock: 'These democratic policies might create sanctuaries for criminal illegal aliens'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 14, 2023
Rep. Tom McClintock (R-CA), chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement says that the Biden Administration's sanctuary policies have led to a significant decrease in criminal alien deportations and a rise in crimes by illegal aliens.
Former director of White House National Security Council explains current challenges of U.S.-China relations
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 30, 2023
The Carnegie Endowment for National Peace recently hosted Dennis Wilder for a virtual fireside chat with host Paul Haenle to examine current challenges in U.S.-China relations and discuss how both countries could stabilize relations and a framework for bilateral competition going forward.
Crypto CEO Garlinghouse: ‘SEC is throwing lawsuits at the wall’ to ‘distract from the agency’s FTX debacle’
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 27, 2023
Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of blockchain company Ripple, said the SEC’s lawsuits against leading crypto exchanges, including Binance and Coinbase, are an attempt to overcompensate for the agency’s failure to prevent crypto exchange FTX from misusing customer assets, leaving users with billions of dollars of missing funds when the exchange collapsed last fall.
Waters on digital asset discussion draft: 'I have some initial concerns'
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 20, 2023
Ranking Member Maxine Waters (D-CA) expressed concern that the draft of a bill aimed at implementing regulations in the crypto industry would allow companies currently facing enforcement actions to continue operating.
Binance on SEC request to freeze funds: 'No "emergency"… other than the one manufactured by the SEC'
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 14, 2023
The SEC is seeking an emergency temporary restraining order (TRO) against Binance to freeze assets tied to Binance.US. In response, Binance has filed a memo with the Court challenging the SEC's "emergency" claim, calling it "manufactured" for the SEC's "purposes” of gaining a legal advantage unsupported by fact.
Recently announced security package underscores 'unwavering U.S. support for Ukraine'
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 13, 2023
The U.S Department of Defense recently reaffirmed U.S. support for Ukraine by announcing a new security package through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative.
No comment from Rep. Delia Ramirez as New Natural Asset Companies provide financial incentives for conservation efforts
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 8, 2023
According to Rep. Delia Ramirez's (D-Ill.) campaign website, Ramirez "understands that we are at a crisis point to act on climate change and that we need swift and decisive action to prevent a climate catastrophe." The website emphasizes "that future generations are depending on our leaders today to take bold and principled stances to end our reliance on fossil fuels, make a full transition to clean energy, and transform our economy to be greener and cleaner."
No comment from Rep. Summer Lee as New Natural Asset Companies seek to incentivize investment in conservation efforts
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 8, 2023
According to Inside Climate News, Rep. Summer Lee (D-Pa.) is "an avid environmental justice advocate and supporter of a Green New Deal". She also recently tweeted "I know firsthand that health justice is climate justice – & I’m fighting for a Green New Deal so that kids in my community can thrive & survive."
No comment from U.S. Rep. Greg Casar as New Natural Asset Companies incentivize investment in conservation efforts
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 8, 2023
Rep. Greg Casar, D-Texas, did not respond to Federal Newswire's request for comment on Natural Asset Companies seeking approval for land conservation efforts.
No comment from Rep. Cori Bush on Natural Asset Companies offering financial incentives to promote conservation efforts
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 8, 2023
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Intrinsic Exchange Group (IEG) have collaborated to introduce Natural Asset Companies (NACs), an asset class aimed at turning ecosystems and related services into tradable financial assets. Conservationists, however, argue that NACS only benefit wealthy investment firms and could eventually lead to the privatization of public assets.
Lummis: ‘The SEC’s continued reliance on regulation by enforcement continues to harm consumers’
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 7, 2023
Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) has criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for filing lawsuits against major crypto exchanges, rather than providing the exchanges with a clear legal framework for compliance.
Higgins: 'They tell America that the numbers of illegal migrants are down. It’s a shell game' HHS: No, the numbers are accurate.
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 7, 2023
Rep. Clay Higgins, chairman of the House Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement, accused the Biden Administration of perpetrating a "shell game" with the numbers of immigrants entering the country since the lifting of the Title 42 restrictions.
American Stewards of Liberty: Coordination 'can resolve conflicts and harmonize plans' regarding easements
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 28, 2023
The American Stewards for Liberty has pointed out a process found in federal statutes to help local, state and federal governments overcome conflicts over land and harmonize plans with private citizens to help achieve consistent policies.
Biden designates combined 514,000 acres in Texas, Nevada as new national monument sites
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 6, 2023
The White House recently announced that a combined 514,000 acres of land is now under federal conservation protection.
