The Wirecard Saga

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga has become the world’s leading source of all things Wirecard. In The Wirecard Saga, Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes, host Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors, looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles. In the latest episode of “The Wirecard Saga,” hosted by Mikhail Reider-Gordon, the discussion heats up as they delve into the recent developments surrounding the scandal. They highlight the minimal penalty imposed on EY, which failed to take adequate action, leading to the multi-billion-dollar corporate collapse of Wirecard, affecting stakeholders at various levels. She also discusses ongoing legal proceedings, including the upcoming proceedings and the role of KPMG’s forensic audit team during the scandal. The lack of importance given to compliance at Wirecard is also spotlighted, despite the formation of a formal compliance department. The podcast raises questions about how many missed opportunities there were to identify the fraud and why Wirecard employees didn’t take action to prevent it. Mikhail will explore more unethical and illegal behavior, new entities highlighted through the lawsuit, and criminal charges filed against in Austria in next week’s episode. Take advantage of this exciting and informative podcast! Listen now and join the discussion. Key Highlights: Request for Courch Change from Apas KaMuG Test Case IAASA Assesses Penalties for Bad WUKI Audits Professional Scepticism and Balance Confirmations FRC Enforcement           KPMG Kept in the Dark Two Out of 5000 Compliance Department of One Lack of Interest in Compliance and Law Sending Millions By Phone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In The Wirecard Saga; Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes, host Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles. On this episode, our host analyses the series of events connected to the company's downfall and the trial dates, as well as the Singaporean Police Force's investigation. In addition, the podcast examines other entities connected to the Wirecard scandal, including the German Ministry of Defense. Tune in to The Wirecard Saga for all the latest updates! Key Highlights Trial dates set in Singapore Why won’t Germany take up Singapore’s offer? Braun as Captain of the Titanic  He’s not a joiner Second guessing CEO’s decisions Judge Frodisch just can’t understand TPA’s were firewalls CEO of only some departments Another loan to an off-shore entity EY gets pulled back in Wirecard Card Solutions’ legacy PayRNet and RailsR ‘historic’ problem Lietuvos Bankas says PayRNet engaged in gross TF From Bad to Worse Procurement Corruption 4Strat and the Austrian-Russian connection Notable Quotes 1.     "I have never been a gang member or even their leader. I had no personal relationship with any of these people."  2.     "I didn't believe for a single second that the business wasn't there." "We said very clearly, we regard the third party partners as an intermediate step. The TPA is reviewed as a form of firewall, essentially, intercessors who create a distance between Wirecard and dealers, that is a layer to appear to reduce risk."  3.     "I am convinced that the business existed, but obviously significant parts did not flow into the escrow account.""  4.     "You couldn't run everything, the Wirecard Bank. And remember, all those illicit charges on cards needed to be recoded to get past Visa, Mastercard, Wirecard, Amex. And the intermediary banks, don't forget them. There were a lot of moving parts."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga; Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles. On this episode, Mikhail delves into the ongoing trial of Wirecard and Ollie Bellenhaus, who stand accused of numerous layers of deceit. She covers the landmark decision made by the Irish highest court as well as details around the many underlying entities that could now become exposed as a result. Mikhail also explores the many shell companies created. Tune in to this captivating episode to explore the world of corporate deceit, fraud, and money laundering on the Lies, Spies, and Corporate. Key Highlights: ·      The History of Limited Liability Companies in Britain;   ·      Allegations of Fraud in Binary Option Trading;  ·      The Impact of Being Victimized by Financial Fraud Involving a Legitimate Business; ·      The Exploitation of Investors;  ·      The Impact of Directors on Corporate Business: Examining the Cases of Ryan Coats and Liam Granger;  ·      Credit Card Companies and Financial Services Providers; ·      Money Laundering Through Offshore Accounts in Ireland; ·      The Irish Central Bank's Concern with Grey Mountain's Unlicensed MSB Operation and Their Response; ·      Tax Evasion or Loss of VAT Revenue in Ireland; and ·      Directors' Liability in an Irish Company. Notable Quotes 1. "They label Bellenhaus, a professional liar."  2. "The defense lawyers accused him of so many layers of deceit. It was almost comical."  3. "The court's decision means where a fraud perpetrated can be found to have a nexus through Ireland, there is now a basis to unmask those that ultimately benefited from that fraud no matter where they are."  4. "Until this case, no Irish court had ever held that the veil of incorporation could be pierced or should be pierced in order that directors be held personally liable for the actual emissions of their company, in a case like the one mister Powell was bringing."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga; Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this episode, Mikhail brings us all up to date on the status of the court cases.  Some of the highlights include:  An entire Criminal Chamber for Wirecard Does Braun have the sitzfleisch? Bellenhaus’s selective memory Just who exactly was falsifying the documents? Bellenhaus beats back his better angels A 500% raise demand EY had two brushes with the fraud Auditors give up public accounting licenses and Apas closes its investigation Court rejects motions to stay Rejection may offer ultimate grounds for appeal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga; Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this episode, Mikhail continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  Hello! Marsalek Austria’s DSN finds unexploded ordinance Gattringer rides again Marsalek and Grechenig RISE KPMG to Benko, you need DSIRF Subzero attacks Beware of partners selling software Signa and Benko raided Germany’s Arne Schonbohm fired Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga; Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this episode, Mikhail continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  Claims of exculpatory evidence concealed  Much is irrelevant to this trial Shopping on eBay Cash to the HedgeHog Shareholder lawsuit struck down Germany’s FIU forgets 100,000 STRs BaFin ups their social media presence Apas punts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga has become the world’s leading source of all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga, Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors, looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles. In this episode 34, Mikhail continues her exploration of those persons, entities, and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include: Lawsuits continue to disclose more dirt A truly brave whistleblower Crimes against children fund Wirecard German technology fueled Internet porn How to hide dirty profits  MindGeek was a good client Banks in it together: Wirecard, FBME & Deutsche Visa played its part Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 3 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga has become the world’s leading source of all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga, Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors, looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles. In this Episode 33 of Season 3, Mikhail continues her exploration of those persons, entities, and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include: Braun’s Small Victories and Large Defeats So Many Potential Witnesses Rolling Back the Balance Sheet Years The Dutch Advantage EY is Unable to Focus Lint in the Deep Pockets Moon Shot for Vucak Cutting Deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 2 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga; Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this Episode 2 of Season 3, Shell Games, she continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  Marsalek in love O’Sullivan’s detention Crook on crook crime Citizen of Vanuatu Vanrenen: The Pink bits are ours Electronic Fundraising Company A history of TPAs Pay2 play WorldPlay and the Commission The name game IoM the place to be Bespoke services Harding hangs a shingle Matroyshka dolls Enabling Transnational Crime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 2 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga; Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this Episode 2 of Season 2, The Vagabond Rapping At Your Door, she continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  Braun’s Christmas in the clink Braun admits to fraud TPAs were always a mirage Shopping at Toys R Us Jaffe blames everyone 40,000 peeved and aggrieved Austrian court says fire away Achleitner manages expectations Early Wirecard investor also owns Braun Damning report uneasy read for EY German higher court says try again EY Law counsels audit client Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Season 2 of Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga. The Wirecard Saga, has become of the world’s leading sources on all things Wirecard. In Lies, Spies & Corporate Crimes: The Wirecard Saga; Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors looks at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles. In this Episode 1 of Season 2, Knotweed in the Edelweiss, she continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include:  Still room for the share price to fall Die Skandalrepublik Ambassadorial treason Saved to the phone Ott, the Peterliks, and Weiss Brigadier’s sword droops Swiss Army Knife of consulting Texting donuts Jenewein shares The Schutz eXXPress Maxima-l San Marino AOL IPSP  Frederick Wilhelm’s offspring Agency for the Modernization of Ukraine Dark days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga, literally one of the leading sources on all things Wirecard. In this series, Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors takes a look at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this Perpetual Motion Machine, Part 2 episode, Mikhail continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  ·       Austrian Parliamentary Inquiries ·       Kickl says Wirecard has interesting connection to OVP ·       Kurz’s Horror ·       Donations Under the ACA’s nose ·       ORFG Links Them All ·       Firty paying protection money? ·        Russians assumed involved ·       PRM offers more than just hacks ·       A well-oiled cash cow ·       No personal enrichment, just political interference ·       Post-IC ·       Member size ·       Unaccounted for damages ·       A cornucopia for the FIU ·       Tipsy Boy Blunder Provides Advice to European Leader ·       Merkel offers dismissive wave ·       Cartu’s offer round two from Russia ·       Political repercussions roll across borders ·       Only little fish ·       Much more to be revealed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga, literally one of the leading sources on all things Wirecard. In this series, Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors takes a look at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this ‘Perpetual Motion Machine, Part 1 episode, Mikhail continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  Wulf Matthias has friends ‘round Loetscher wants his personality forgotten Braun plays hide and seek Nikki Air just isn’t good enough Creditors first round win in Austrian courts Prosecuting is so much work 20 defendants to go Not enough time for Schellenbacher Schellenbacher, Ukrainian oligarchs, Meinl Bank and Marsalek Meinl, Weinzierl and Russia Julius Meinl, Cinq Meinl and the Binary Options Gang Schellenbacher, the Austrian node Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga, literally one of the leading sources on all things Wirecard. In this series, Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors takes a look at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this ‘Know When To Hold ‘Em, Part 2’ Episode, she continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include:  ·       Lithuania – Gateway to Fintech ·       Kalixia and PXP get passed around ·       Banking Bwin ·       Americans love PartyGaming ·       Golden Tickets to Wonkaland ·       Senjo Again?! ·       Paradise Papers Name & Shame in 2017 ·       Big Money ·       Online Goes Dark ·       WC execs fly the nest but don’t leave the flock ·       Going Full Tilt ·       Banker & Processor to the Top Three ·       Shalon Competes and Colludes ·       Action Day ·       Its Not Such a Rich Field... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga, literally one of the leading sources on all things Wirecard. In this series, Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors takes a look at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this episode, ‘Know When To Hold ‘Em, Part 1’, she continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include: Braun demands Chubb pick up the tab Traina the PEP & Cheap Champers PR Guru reps St Markus the Innocent Jaffé tells shareholders ‘gimme’ EY lawsuits pile up Rodl Report: EY orders Bitcoins & breathalyzers EY Schtums up Your PA doesn’t want to hear about your weekend Lawyer: Who knew clients could lie? BND: We know nothing Whistling in the Dark Bribery Charges Filed Go to Part II of this Episode... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga, one of the leading sources on all things Wirecard. In this series, Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors takes a look at the biggest financial scandal in post-war Germany from a variety of angles.  In this ‘Gambler’s Paradise’ Episode, she continues her exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include:   BaFin Criminal Conduct? Blackened Pages Useful Idiot Marsalek Was Used Those That Do, Don’t Talk Putin is a Favorite Meeting with US DOJ Virtual Solutions Dodgy Digid Deals Trusted Advisor to Timchenko Superpower of Crime Opportunity Knocks Chernaya Kassa Firtash & Mogilevich Influencers in the Near East Rostec, Skytec, we all love tech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga. In this series, I am joined by Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors.  In this Conjunction Junction Episode, we continue our exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include:  Russia Tweets About Marsalek Weigand and Akhavan Convicted in U.S. Tracking Pixels Fuchs Says Akhavan and Marsalek Besties Oliver Hargreaves Wired For Sound OneCoin Connection He Works Hard For the Money Paolucci Key Contact Top Dog Shares Run With Wirecard Kurz Flies Air Firtash IT Repair Guy Does Read Your Texts O’Sullivan Becomes Frau Muller With EY Blessing Data Overload at IC Elizabeth Has A Bad Day In the Office Chief Prosecutor Doesn’t Want High Penalties Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga. In this series, I am joined by Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors. In this ‘No Laughing Matter’ Episode, we continue our exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal. Some of the highlights include:  Braun’s Innsbruck Villa Geographically Desirable Deadbeat Friends Robbing Peter to Pay Paul Schutz Auf Wiedersehen Lucrative Consulting Contracts von Erffa: Nothing Out of the Ordinary Mildly Mediocre EY: We’re All Victims Here 2016 Documents Show What EY Really Knew COVID Relief for Wirecard Hessenthaler Shipped Back to Vienna Schellenbacher Pleads Out A Day in English Court An Apology Wouldn’t Go Amiss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Wirecard Saga. In this series, I am joined by Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors. In this episode which is Part 2 of Episode 20, we continue our exploration of those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  Hessenthaler Makes Connections Ibiza, Wirecard and Casino Scandals Come Together Novomatic, FPO and OVP Scratch Backs Text Messages Tell All ORFG Senators Share Secrets Former Stasi Officer Joins the Party The Fight for CASAG GRECO Gives Thumbs Down Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the latest edition to the Compliance Podcast Network, The Wirecard Saga. In this series, I am joined by Mikhail Reider-Gordon, Managing Director of Institutional Ethics & Integrity at Affiliated Monitors.  In this episode which is Part 1 of Episode 20, we explore those persons, entities and governments who have been damaged, some beyond repair, by Wirecard and the nuclear fallout from its scandal.  Some of the highlights include:  EY Germany Hires Former Finance Minister FREP’s Ernst Saunters Into the Sunset Deutsche Bank BD to Wirecard in Asia A Checkbox Approach Economically Unsightly Loans From Wirecard Bank PEPs R Us Quadir Suffered Wirecard Blows Mountains of Data Moved to Russia Marsalek Adds Procurement Corruption to His Portfolio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices