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René Benko Under Scrutiny For Moving Money

Austrian entrepreneur René Benko faces allegations of manipulating millions within Signa Keystone/MARCEL KUSCH The real estate entrepreneur René Benko and the decline of his largely insolvent Signa network of companies.

ATM Explosions in Switzerland: Zuzwil Targeted – 3rd ATM This Week

Thieves blow up an ATM in Zuzwil, fleeing with an undisclosed amount of cash, leaving significant damage in their wake.

Small Credit Suisse Shareholders Class Action Lawsuit

The legal dispute over UBS's CS acquisition terms faces a delay as SASV secures a three-month extension.

Counterfeit Criminals Caught Red Handed With CHF 5 Million Fake Franks and 300Kg of Cannibis

Two Swiss men face charges for a bold attempt at circulating fake 50-dollar bills, unearthing a professional counterfeiting setup and illicit drugs trade.

The Ticino Budget Dispute Settled in Federal Supreme Court

The Federal Supreme Court backs Ticino's 2024 budget, affirming parliamentary decision against appeal for referendum rights on asylum and personnel policy provisions.

Swiss Cave Murder

Swiss Cave Murder – Landmark Ruling: 19 Years of Therapy Minimum

A man's gruesome plan under the guise of bravery leads to a cold-blooded murder and a landmark ruling.

Swiss Money Laundering: Lebanese Foreign Bank Faces Sanctions

Swiss regulators are cracking down on money laundering, imposing hefty fines and corrective measures on Banque Audi (Suisse).

Swiss Car Theft Hits New Highs: Crime Up 14%

Switzerland witnessed a significant 14% uptick in criminal activities last year, with vehicle-related thefts hitting a new high since 2009.

ATM Explosions: Another in Lucerne This Morning – 10 People Evacuated

A string of ATM explosions rattles Swiss villages, with Ruswil and Kuttigen facing brazen heists.

Sunday, March 24 – Weekly Roundup

Skyguide faces a storm of challenges while Switzerland intensifies deportation flights.

Kuttigen ATM Explosive Heist: A Call for Witnesses

Early Saturday in Kuttigen, an ATM heist leaves the community in shock, prompting a massive police search.

Shots Fired in Zug: Kosovan Suspect Now in Custody

Zug became the scene of a critical shooting incident, resulting in life-threatening injuries for a Swiss man.

Fire At Asylum Center in Aarau: Resident Burned It

A resident ignited a blaze at an Aarau asylum shelter, prompting an emergency evacuation of 70 people.

Corporate Governance: SoftwareONE’s Boardroom Battle

SoftwareONE faces a boardroom tussle, highlighting the intricacies of shareholder rights, corporate governance, and the quest for control.

36 Years on the Run, 2 Prison Found Breaks: The Life of Marco Müller

From the football pitch to a life of crime, Marco Müller's story took a dramatic turn, culminating in an unexpected demise.

Cryptocurrencies in Switzerland

Cryptocurrencies in Switzerland: A Double-Edged Sword

Switzerland's embrace of virtual assets blurs traditional financial boundaries but raises significant risks, drawing attention from both innovators and illicit actors.

Sunday, March 17 – Weekly Roundup

From the public's stance on the 13th AHV pension financing to increasing rescue operations for lost hikers and more.

New CEO of Stadtcasino Baden Group Appointed After Million-euro Fine

The Stadtcasino Baden Group is replacing its CEO with immediate effect. Keystone/STEFAN DEUBER The Board of Directors has appointed Christian Aumüller as the new CEO.

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