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European Commission Evaluates Poland’s Media Adherence to the Right to be Forgotten

THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION HAS BEEN ACTIVELY ASSESSING POLAND’S ALIGNMENT WITH THE EU’S “RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN” DIRECTIVE AS IT PERTAINS TO MEDIA OUTLETS. THIS SCRUTINY FOLLOWS A RECENT PROPOSAL AIMED AT EXPANDING THESE RIGHTS WITHIN THE MEDIA SECTOR. OVER THE … Read the full press release

AT&T Obtiene Sentencia Contra Grupo Salinas Telecom, Propiedad de Ricardo Salinas, Sus Abogados se Retiran Mientras Él Mueve Activos Fuera de EE.UU. para Evitar Pagar la Sentencia

MOVIMIENTOS DE ACTIVOS EN UN ESFUERZO POR NO PAGAR A AT&T BAJO EXAMEN ANTE ACUSACIONES DE CONDUCTA FINANCIERA INAPROPIADA. (NOTICIA EN BREVE) Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego, presidente de Grupo Elektra, enfrenta nuevas acusaciones por mover activos fuera de EE.UU. para … Read the full press release

Authorities Dismantle Albanian-Led Drug Ring in Italy, 66 Arrested in Eurojust-Coordinated Operation

(IN BRIEF) Authorities in Italy, Albania, Poland, and Switzerland, coordinated by Eurojust, have dismantled a major Albanian-led cocaine trafficking network. A total of 66 individuals were arrested, with 45 of them taken into custody on an action day. The criminal … Read the full press release

International Crackdown on Fraud Network Exploiting European Public Institutions Yields Major Seizures

(IN BRIEF) German and Italian authorities, with the support of Eurojust and Europol, have successfully dismantled a large-scale fraud operation that targeted public institutions, cities, and municipalities. The suspects used phishing techniques to manipulate real invoices and divert payments meant … Read the full press release

New European Judicial Network Targets Organised Crime, Focusing on Drug Trafficking and International Criminal Networks

(IN BRIEF) On 25 September 2024, Eurojust launched the European Judicial Organised Crime Network (EJOCN), aimed at fighting organised crime across Europe. This new network unites prosecutors from all 27 EU Member States to strategically combat high-risk criminal groups involved … Read the full press release

Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd leitet Untersuchung für potenzielle Sammelklage gegen Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego von Grupo ELEKTRA wegen Marktmanipulation und Wertpapierbetrug ein

  (IN KÜRZE) Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd untersucht zusammen mit seinem globalen Rechtsbeistand die Bildung einer Investorengruppe für eine potenzielle Sammelklage gegen Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego und Grupo Elektra, S.A.B. de C.V. (ELEKTRA). Im Fokus der Untersuchung stehen mögliche … Read the full press release

Slovenian President Applauds Eurojust’s Role in Strengthening Cross-Border Judicial Cooperation

(IN BRIEF) During her visit to Eurojust, Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar commended the agency’s work in promoting cross-border judicial cooperation and supporting efforts to combat organized crime. Slovenia has participated in over 1,300 cases since 2020, including high-profile collaborations … Read the full press release

Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd Inicia Investigación de Demanda Colectiva Contra Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego de Grupo ELEKTRA por Manipulación de Acciones y Fraude en Valores

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd, en colaboración con su equipo legal, está formando un grupo de inversores para presentar una demanda colectiva contra Ricardo Salinas Pliego y Grupo Elektra, S.A.B. de C.V. La demanda acusa al Sr. … Read the full press release

ECJ Confirms Google’s Anti-Competitive Practices, Idealo Hails Victory for Fair E-Commerce

(IN BRIEF) The European Court of Justice (ECJ) upheld the European Commission’s decision that Google abused its dominant market position by favoring its own shopping service, misleading consumers, and harming competition. idealo, a price comparison platform, welcomed the ruling as … Read the full press release

Eurojust to Engage the Public at Just Peace Open Day 2024 with Interactive Sessions and Presentations

(IN BRIEF) To celebrate the 125th anniversary of the first Hague Peace Conference, The Hague will host the Just Peace Open Day on 22 September 2024. Eurojust will participate at the House of Europe, offering the public a chance to … Read the full press release

Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd Initiating Class Action Lawsuit Inquiry Against Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego of Grupo ELEKTRA for Stock Manipulation & Securities Fraud

ASTOR ASSET MANAGEMENT 3 LTD INVESTIGATES POTENTIAL LEGAL ACTION OVER ALLEGED STOCK PLEDGING AND MARKET MISCONDUCT (IN BRIEF) Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd is forming a class action lawsuit against Mr. Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego and Grupo Elektra (ELEKTRA) for … Read the full press release

Eurojust Showcases Key Role in Enhancing Port Security at Rotterdam’s World Port Days 2024

(IN BRIEF) Eurojust will participate in the 47th annual World Port Days in Rotterdam from September 6-8, 2024. The event, which highlights the importance of European ports like Rotterdam, will feature Eurojust in the European Pavilion. This space, organized by … Read the full press release

New Swiss Liaison Prosecutor Takes Up Role at Eurojust

(IN BRIEF) Philip Schotland has begun his role as the new Liaison Prosecutor for Switzerland at Eurojust, succeeding Sébastien Fetter. Schotland, who previously served as Deputy Liaison Prosecutor, will represent the Swiss judiciary at Eurojust until May 2026. With a … Read the full press release

AMAG Joins Forces with European Industry Leaders by Signing the Antwerp Declaration

(IN BRIEF) AMAG Austria Metall AG has signed the Antwerp Declaration, joining over 1,000 energy-intensive companies in calling for a European Industrial Deal to support the transition to climate neutrality while maintaining Europe’s industrial competitiveness. The declaration outlines ten key … Read the full press release

Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd: Salinas Pliego Incumple Préstamo de $110 Millones USD y Viola Regulaciones Mexicanas

ASTOR ASSET MANAGEMENT 3 LTD INFORMA QUE RICARDO BENJAMIN SALINAS PLIEGO INCUMPLE EL PRÉSTAMO DE 110 MILLONES DE DÓLARES Y VIOLA NUEVAMENTE LAS REGULACIONES MEXICANAS DE VALORES (NOTICIA EN BREVE) Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd, una destacada institución financiera, ha … Read the full press release

Stora Enso Takes Swift Action Following Environmental Violation in Finland

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has initiated immediate actions following an environmental violation at one of its harvesting sites in Kainuu, Finland. The company has suspended all harvesting in sensitive areas until operational guidelines and risks are reassessed. Additionally, Stora Enso … Read the full press release

Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd: Salinas Pliego Verstößt gegen Darlehensvertrag über 110 Mio. USD und Mexikanische Wertpapiergesetze

ASTOR ASSET MANAGEMENT BERICHTET ÜBER ZAHLUNGSAUSFALL VON RICARDO BENJAMIN SALINAS PLIEGO BEI EINEM DARLEHEN IN HÖHE VON 110 MIO. USD UND ERNEUTE VERLETZUNG DER MEXIKANISCHEN WERTPAPIERGESETZE (IN KÜRZE) Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd. berichtet, dass Ricardo Benjamin Salinas Pliego, ein … Read the full press release

Eurojust-Assisted Operation Leads to Capture of Fugitive Italian Crime Boss in Slovenia

(IN BRIEF) Italian and Slovenian authorities, supported by Eurojust, successfully arrested a fugitive Italian crime leader in Koper, Slovenia. The 40-year-old, who had been evading a 21-year prison sentence for various serious crimes including drug trafficking, extortion, and kidnapping, was … Read the full press release

EARNZ PLC Gears Up for Expansion with Strategic Acquisitions in Energy Sector

(IN BRIEF) EARNZ PLC is set to expand its presence in the energy services sector through the conditional acquisition of Cosgrove & Drew Limited and South West Heating Services Ltd. The company aims to leverage the global push for decarbonization … Read the full press release

Lindsay Goldberg Acquires Majority Stake in Golden State Foods, Strengthening Strategic Growth

(IN BRIEF) Lindsay Goldberg, a private equity firm specializing in family and founder-led businesses, has acquired a controlling interest in Golden State Foods (GSF), a major supplier in the foodservice and retail industries. The Wetterau family, who have been long-time … Read the full press release