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More Problems at B. Riley (RILY)

The Bear Cave • 653 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
💰 Finance Investigation Stocks Auditing Fraud
  1. The Bear Cave has raised concerns about B. Riley's ties and financial exposure to an accused fraudster, Brian Kahn, as well as regulatory and disclosure issues at the company.
  2. Short seller Marc Cohodes referred to B. Riley as the "biggest pound-for-pound financial fraud" he has seen.
  3. New evidence presented by The Bear Cave includes a potential departure of B. Riley's audit engagement partner, contradicting statements about a loan to Brian Kahn, and engagement of outside counsel by B. Riley's auditor in response to concerns.

Destroying DNA Sequencers

ASeq Newsletter • 7 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Security Software Auditing
  1. DNA sequencers can have security vulnerabilities that can be exploited, potentially causing physical damage to the instrument.
  2. Access to the fluidics system in a DNA sequencer could allow for sabotage by manipulating reagents to cause damage.
  3. Careful manipulation of lasers, filter wheels, and motion control components in a DNA sequencer could lead to costly damage, impacting the instrument's functionality.

Structure Matters

Confronting the Future • 58 implied HN points • 05 May 23
💰 Finance Regulation Marketplaces Crypto Auditing
  1. Proposed framework for crypto regulation in New York is normal and reasonable in line with traditional finance standards.
  2. Exchanges in the crypto space are structured in a highly centralized manner, which is concerning to regulators.
  3. NY state's bill includes provisions for mandatory auditing, know-your-customer rules, and investor protections, aligning with typical financial practices.

Issue #95 | 3 Cases of Document Fraud | How to be a Good Auditor | How Bakers Yeast is Made |

The Rotten Apple • 31 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🍲 Food & Drink Food Fraud Food Safety Food production Food news Auditing
  1. Food document fraud comes in different categories and can have serious consequences for food safety.
  2. Key attributes of a good food safety auditor include appropriate training, experience, and a detail-oriented mindset.
  3. Commercial bakeries, wineries, and breweries rely on specialized yeast suppliers to provide pure yeast products for their production processes.

Why You Should Join Loop

Why You Should Join • 5 implied HN points • 04 Dec 23
💼 Business Logistics Data Management Finance Shipping Auditing
  1. Logistics and freight payments can be complex and challenging due to the intricate flow of goods and the variety of payment-related documents involved.
  2. Loop has developed a platform to centralize and structure freight payment data, enabling automation of invoice audits, dispute resolution, scenario planning, and more, resulting in significant cost savings and increased productivity for customers.
  3. Loop's unique data layer, automation capabilities, and focus on customer value creation give them a competitive edge in the market, setting them apart from traditional freight audit firms and software solutions.
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