Ponzi Schemes
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Movie Review - "Madoff and the Scamming of America" - Filmed by the History Channel (2009)Bernard Madoff perpetrated the biggest, longest-lasting Ponzi scheme in the history of America.- Origin of the Ponzi SchemeThe original Ponzi scheme, named for Charles Ponzi, was a scam involving International Reply Coupons, foreign postage, and the U.S. Postal Service.
- Madoff: Profile of a Ponzi SchemeBernie Madoff operated one of the most successful Ponzi schemes in U.S. history. He was eventually ordered to serve 150 years in prison.
- How to Prevent Investment FraudThe Securities and Exchange Commission defines a Ponzi scheme as "an investment fraud that involves the payment of purported returns to existing investors from funds contributed by new investors.
Bernie Madoff Ponzi Victims Will Recover $7.2 BillionBarbara Picower, the widow of Madoff investor Jeffry Picower, agreed to voluntarily return all the investment income received from Madoff over a 35-year period.- Ponzi Scheme Architects Convicted, Ferndale Church Sees JusticeMichigan churches were the victims of fraud, and the two men accused of the ponzi scheme have been convicted on racketeering charges.
- Author Stephen C. Rose Did Not Profit from Alleged 30M Ponzi SchemeReposted June 3, 2011- Response to: Author Stephen C. Rose May Have Profited From 30M Ponzi Scheme
- What Does it Feel like to Be a Part of a Ponzi Scheme?This story is about my experience working for a man, Ken Thenen, who was convicted of being guilty of a 500 million Ponzi scheme.
Investors Lost Billions of Dollars Via Ponzi SchemesThe FBI opened more than 2,100 securities fraud investigations in 2009, up 17% from 2008.
History of Ponzi Schemes and Their EffectsThis paper explores the history of the Ponzi Scheme, the difficulties of investigating and prosecuting the schemes, and the variations that have evolved from the inception of the scheme.- Social Security: A Ponzi Scheme?Is Social Security a Ponzi scheme? What should we expect from the program?
- Bernie Madoff Gives Ponzi Scheme a Bad NameThe term Ponzi scheme has been around for decades, but hasn't been commonly heard of, until recently. Carlo Ponzi's history of deception is highlighted as the incredible Bernie Madoff scandal focuses the spotlight back on the notorious con man.
- Ponzi SchemesWhat is a Ponzi Scheme? A Ponzi scheme is any scam that pays early investors dividends from later investors. So what is the difference between what Bernie Madoff did and what the United States government is doing?
Social Security System: A Government "Ponzi Scheme"?Discussion of the history, operation and future prospects of the U.S. Social Security System.
What is the Difference Between Bernie Madoff and the U.S. Government?The U.S. Government is running the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time. The only difference is this scheme is done right in front of your face.- Ponzi Schemes, Bernard Madoff and You: Protect Your Hard-Earned MoneyCNN has reported that Bernie Madoff has been sentenced to 150 years in prison for defrauding thousands of investors and creating and maintaining one of the biggest financial frauds in the history of the universe.
- How to Prevent a Bernie Madoff from Destroying Your Nest EggBernie Madoff has been sentenced to 150 years for a ponzi scheme and ripping off thousands of investors. What can we learn from Madoff's crimes and how can we protect our future investments?
Madoff Sentencing: 150 Years for Ponzi SchemeThe Bernard Madoff sentencing took place this morning, and the judge did not hold back on his decision. The Madoff sentencing saw a federal judge hand down the maximum sentence that he could give.- SEC Charges Brokerage Firm and Individuals with Helping Madoff in Ponzi SchemeThe SEC has charged a brokerage firm and other individuals for helping Bernard Madoff in the process of his Ponzi scheme. The Bernard Madoff Ponzi scheme had not seen any co-conspirators before this.
- Bernard Madoff's Ponzi SchemeBernard Madoff committed the largest investors fraud ever recorded by one person. He will begin his sentencing of 150 years on June 29, 2009
- The Origin of the First Ponzi SchemeIn light of the recent conviction of Bernard Madoff for the perpetration of the largest and most devastating ponzi scheme to date, it may be of interest to take a look back at the origin of the first ponzi scheme.
- Investor Fraud- How to Identify a Ponzi SchemeTeaches one how to identify a ponzi scheme is all forms and colors, even talks about Charles Madoff's ponzi scheme.
- Scam Meters and Risk Meters Designed to Help Investors Detect Investment Fraud and Ponzi SchemesThere are some new online tools released by the Financial Regulatory Authority designed to help investors spot ponzi schemes and other fraudulent investment schemes from supposedly investment professionals.
- Ponzi Scheme Financier Bernard Madoff Pleads GuiltyWall Street financier and Ponzi scheme perpetrator Bernard Madoff pleaded guilty to fraud in a Manhattan federal court. The man responsible for what is arguably the biggest financial swindle in history may go to jail for the rest of his life.
- Chicago Man Charged in $4.7 Million Ponzi SchemeFederal fraud charges have been filed against a Chicago businessman who allegedly lured over two dozen people to invest about $4.7 million into commodity trading pools, according to FBI.
- FBI Announces Arrest in Gold Unit Ponzi SchemeIn New York, David Copeland Reed, was arrested and indicted on charges stemming from the operation of an internet based, international "gold unit" Ponzi scheme, according to the FBI.
- Ponzi Schemes - when it Comes to Your Money and Investing, "Who's in Your Wallet?"Its a good idea to find out who is in your wallet before you part with your hard earned money, whether it's an investment or seeking the advice of an illegal credit repair company
Avoiding Ponzi SchemesKnowing where to invest your money can be confusing. But if you trust your judgment and do some legwork before investing, you can keep your nest egg safe from Ponzi artists.- The Basics of the Ponzi SchemeA Ponzi scheme revolves around the idea of offering incredible returns (usually presented as 50% or more) in an unbelievable amount of time. Potential investors are lured in by the promise of these great returns.
- How to Protect Yourself from the Bernard Madoffs of the WorldThis article talks about ways to keep your money safe from Ponzi schemes and discusses some of the warning signs that even Madoff's intricate scheme exhibited.
Packing and Shipping Money with Bernie MadoffSpeculation about Bernie Madoff Ponzi Scheme is one thing but the money laundering must have been , or still is legendary.- Scam Alert - What Exactly Are Pyramid or Ponzi Schemes and How Can They Be Avoided?By knowing exactly what pyramid and Ponzi schemes are, you can learn very easily how to avoid them
- US Economy Giant Ponzi SchemeSatirical look at the economic crisis
- Bernard Madoff: Thuggish with Wall Street SwaggerThe Bernard Madoff and the true meaning of a thug....
- Ponzi Schemes, Pyramid Scams and Social SecuritySchemes and scams are prevalent in today's society. With a US economy under siege, many Americans need to learn whether Social Security is solid - or just another con game.
- Is Social Security a Giant Ponzi Scheme?The debate continues on the viability of Social Security as the retirement of the Baby Boom generation looms large.
- What a Ponzi Scheme is and How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Such Financial FraudLearn what a Ponzi Scheme is and how to avoid become a victim of one.
- The Securities Exchange Commission Practically Hosted Bernie Madoff Ponzi Scheme ClassesLearn to run a more efficient Ponzi Scheme with the Bernard Madoff School of Finance. Don't forget to apply for free tuition from the SEC.
- Bernard Madoff and The Largest Ponzi Scheme in HistoryThis article contains a brief guide to Bernard Badoff's case which may be the largest fraud in history.
What is it and Why is it Called a "Ponzi Scheme"?We keep hearing the term "Ponzi Scheme" on the news as they refer to Bernard Madoff who ripped off $50 Billion from trusting people who were expecting high dollar results. What is a Ponzi Scheme, and why is it called a "Ponzi Scheme"?
