Corporate Fraud in Disguise: How the Law Handles Fake Investment Companies a.k.a Ponzi Schemes

Abstract Corporate fraud in disguise represents one of the most insidious threats to modern business integrity, where illicit activities are concealed under the veil of legitimate transactions, complex corporate structures, or seemingly compliant practices. This paper examines the deceptive mechanisms used by perpetrators, ranging from falsified financial statements and creative accounting to shell companies and […]