UK threat to Ecuador over Assange draws backlash
London faced criticism as experts say Britain's warning that it could arrest Julian Assange inside Ecuador's London embassy was ill judged. Diplomats note the Diplomatic and Consular Premises Act of 1987 would be hard to apply without breaching international law amid Ecuador Sweden and UK negotiations.
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SEC freezes assets in $600 million Zeek Rewards Ponzi case
Federal regulators charge fraud and seek emergency relief against Zeek Rewards and Rex Venture Group in Charlotte court. Paul Burks of Lexington allegedly solicited over a million customers, raising about $162 million in one month while paying out nearly $160 million, with over $225 million held in funds across 15 banks. A court receiver will oversee asset distribution to harmed investors.
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Charlotte
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