Author Archives: Krishna Chaitanya Mandava
7 Tips for Social Media Safety
Think twice the next time a contact tries to “friend” you on Facebook or “follows” you on Twitter. It may turn out to be an undercover fed looking to scrutinize your employment history or examine your personal references.U.S. law enforcement agents are following people into popular social-networking sites, going undercover with false online profiles to …
Money-Laundering Alert: Watch for $100 Bills
In Feb. 2011, there will be a new $100 bill introduced in the U.S. Recently, the Treasury Department announced the new bill will arrive at financial institutions with improved anti-counterfeiting additions. Before the new $100 bill arrives, be mindful that criminals will look to launder their old caches of $100 bills, says anti-money laundering expert …
International Internal Audit Awareness Month
International Internal Audit Awareness Month The IIA encourages chapters and institutes around the world to participate in this important celebration to promote the profession internally to audit customers, executive management, and the board, as well as to various outside target markets within their local business community. Chapters and institutes can use this month to showcase …
Inside the New Flight Rules
THE federal government is taking a stronger hand in regulating how airlines treat passengers, and new rules limiting long tarmac delays are just the first step. Jon Han Enhancing Airline Passenger Protections (PDF) “I don’t know of another time in the department’s history when we’ve stood up for passengers and said enough is enough,” …
State of the States: The AGA Survey of Casino Entertainment
The AGA presents the 12th annual State of the States: The AGA Survey of Casino Entertainment. Included in the report are details of the national and state-by-state economic impact of commercial casinos, along with data examining the continued growth of the racetrack casino sector and the important economic contributions of the gaming equipment manufacturing sector. State of …
Techological Innovation = Survival
“Willingness to change is a strength, even if it means plunging part of the company into total confusion for a while.” – Jack Welch, Former CEO of General Electric If your company wants to remain successful, change is essential and inevitable. Businesses must react to technological advances, government regulation, the economy, competition and other …
Online Poker
Although, legalization borderline despite a pending federal ban on Internet gambling, the popularity of online poker continues to soar, with the number of Americans playing in online poker rooms on the rise. Moreover, with their growing popularity, online poker rooms are taking their offerings into the mainstream, such as cable TV shows and land-based tournaments. …
20-year gaming deal with the Seminole Indian Tribe of Florida
Gov. Crist signs Indian gaming bill May 04, 2010 8:48 AM by Staff & Wire Reports Gov. Charlie Crist has signed into law a 20-year gaming deal with the Seminole Indian Tribe of Florida that will pay the state about $1.2 billion in the next five years. Crist signed the bill (SB 622) Wednesday, which …
New Credit Card Rules
The Federal Reserve’s new rules for credit card companies mean new credit card protections for you. Here are some key changes you should expect from your credit card company beginning on February 22, 2010. What your credit card company has to tell you When they plan to increase your rate or other fees. Your credit …
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