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Ex-Epoch Times CFO pleads guilty in $67M multinational money laundering scheme - AP News

US · 2026-07-09

Key takeaway

Ex-Epoch Times CFO pleads guilty to $67m money laundering scheme.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerEx-CFO guilty plea reveals $67m money laundering scheme at Epoch Times.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onUS DOJ imposes fines and asset forfeiture; advertisers and partners sever ties.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onEpoch Times revenue drops, forcing cost-cutting and potential layoffs.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youUK-based media compliance software vendors see increased demand as media firms tighten AML controls.

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Source: AP Business (via Google News)

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