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Baretzky & Partners LLC is a specialized firm renowned for its expertise in identifying and recovering hidden or illegally obtained assets.

With the growing complexities of global finance and the increasing sophistication of financial crimes, organizations and individuals are more vulnerable than ever to fraud, embezzlement, and other illicit activities. Baretzky & Partners LLC has built its reputation by leveraging forensic accounting and advanced asset tracking […]

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Built-in buffers in risk management serve as a form of protection against uncertainties and potential losses that may arise in various processes or investments.

These buffers are essentially reserves or margins that are deliberately integrated into systems or strategies to mitigate risks. Their purpose is to absorb unexpected fluctuations, prevent disruption, and ensure stability during unforeseen events. In financial risk management, for example, buffers can be capital reserves that […]

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Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a sophisticated scam targeting businesses and individuals who perform legitimate transfer-of-funds requests. 

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Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a sophisticated scam targeting businesses and individuals who perform legitimate transfer-of-funds requests. BEC involves cybercriminals infiltrating or spoofing business email accounts to manipulate victims into transferring money or sensitive information. The impact is profound, with global losses exceeding billions of dollars […]

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Due diligence is a comprehensive appraisal of a business or individual prior to signing a contract or investment, ensuring all pertinent facts and financial information are verified.

Due diligence is a comprehensive appraisal of a business or individual prior to signing a contract or investment, ensuring all pertinent facts and financial information are verified. It is a vital process in mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, and various financial deals, aimed at […]

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Fraud detection and money laundering are critical issues in the financial sector, necessitating robust mechanisms to identify and prevent illicit activities.

Fraud detection and money laundering are critical issues in the financial sector, necessitating robust mechanisms to identify and prevent illicit activities. Fraud detection involves identifying dishonest behavior that aims to gain a financial advantage through deception. Techniques for fraud detection include data analysis, machine learning, […]

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Identifying and mitigating potential threats is crucial for safeguarding assets, information, and people. 

Identifying and mitigating potential threats is crucial for safeguarding assets, information, and people. This process involves several steps, each requiring a thorough understanding and strategic approach to ensure comprehensive security. First, threat identification involves recognizing potential hazards that could compromise security. These can be physical threats […]

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Cybersecurity errors can have serious repercussions, leading to data breaches, financial loss, and damage to reputation. Here are ten of the most common cybersecurity mistakes:

Cybersecurity errors can have serious repercussions, leading to data breaches, financial loss, and damage to reputation. Here are ten of the most common cybersecurity mistakes: Weak Passwords: Many individuals and organizations use easily guessable passwords, making unauthorized access easier. Passwords like “123456” or “password” are […]

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Enhanced due diligence (EDD) is a critical component in the investigation process, especially in fields such as financial services, compliance, and law enforcement.

Enhanced due diligence (EDD) is a critical component in the investigation process, especially in fields such as financial services, compliance, and law enforcement. Unlike standard due diligence, EDD delves deeper into understanding the risk profile of a subject, whether it’s an individual, company, or transaction. […]

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National Cyber Security Expert Dr. Ricardo Baretzky Explains the Five Pillars of Information Policy

Dr. Ricardo Baretzky, a distinguished expert with a Ph.D. in Law and specialization in National Cyber Security, elucidates the Five Pillars of Information Assurance—a comprehensive model crucial for safeguarding digital assets. Confidentiality: The first pillar ensures that sensitive information is accessible only to authorized individuals. […]

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TLS (Transport Layer Security) and its predecessor SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) are cryptographic protocols designed to secure data transmitted over a network. 

TLS (Transport Layer Security) and its predecessor SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) are cryptographic protocols designed to secure data transmitted over a network. These protocols ensure that data sent between a client (e.g., a web browser) and a server (e.g., a website) remains confidential and tamper-proof, protecting […]

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Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) are critical components of modern cybersecurity infrastructures.

Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) are critical components of modern cybersecurity infrastructures. They play a vital role in identifying and mitigating potential threats to an organization’s network, systems, and data. IDPS encompasses both Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), often integrated […]

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