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Hanoi hotel denies guest check-in; unrelated hotels suffer 1-star backlash

A viral video of a Hanoi hotel denying a guest check-in sparked outrage online. Unfortunately, other unrelated hotels with similar names are suffering from false 1-star reviews and reputational damage.

Ngan 98 and Luong Bang Quang obstruct police during counterfeit case

Authorities say Ngan 98 screamed, resisted, and hindered a high-level fraud probe. Her husband allegedly followed suit.

Ngan 98’s safe yields 80 land deeds, cash, cars amid fake food probe

Ngan 98 under investigation for counterfeit food production; assets seized during house raid.

Shark Binh admits wrongdoing, vows to compensate AntEx investors

At the Hanoi Police Department, Nguyen Hoa Binh, also known as Shark Binh, admitted to his violations and pledged to compensate investors who suffered financial losses related to the AntEx project.

When fame turns toxic: Ngan 98 and the dark side of celebrity business

The arrest of Ngan 98 highlights a troubling trend of influencers exploiting followers for illicit gain.

Luong Bang Quang silent as police probe wife Ngan 98’s multimillion-dollar fraud

Police seized evidence from Ngan 98’s home and summoned Luong Bang Quang in a high-profile supplement fraud case.

Why Shark Binh was taken into custody

Authorities have confirmed that Nguyen Hoa Binh, also known as “Shark Binh,” along with accomplices, raised $4.5 million through the digital currency AntEx and used fraudulent methods to embezzle and divide the funds among themselves.

Shark Binh arrested: Tech world shaken by high-profile crypto case

On the afternoon of October 14, Hanoi Police’s Criminal Investigation Department confirmed it had initiated legal proceedings and issued a temporary detention order for Nguyen Hoa Binh, Chairman of the Board of NextTech Group.

Ngan 98’s empire collapses: Fake supplements, banned substances, public fallout

Vietnamese DJ and internet celebrity Vo Thi Ngoc Ngan (Ngan 98) faces serious charges after selling fake weight-loss products with banned substances.

Counterfeit diet pills scandal: Influencer Ngan 98 detained

On October 13, the Ho Chi Minh City Police Department announced the arrest and prosecution of Vo Thi Ngoc Ngan (Ngan 98), also known as a social media influencer, for producing and trading counterfeit dietary supplements.

Sophisticated get-rich schemes amass billions, land tycoons in prison

Through tactics involving illegal invoice trading, tax evasion, or collusion with tax and police officials, a number of illicit tycoons have faced tragic consequences.

Hanoi police probe cryptocurrency project linked to entrepreneur Nguyen Hoa Binh

Police confirm no exceptions in investigation of complaints tied to the AntEx project.

Hanoi police probe Shark Binh-linked crypto project after investor complaint

Authorities confirm receipt of a $2,000 loss report linked to the AntEx project and pledge transparent investigation.

Prosecution of livestream queen Hoang Huong shocks supplement industry

Hoang Huong faces prosecution after using exaggerated marketing and false health claims to grow her pharmaceutical business.

Former Asanzo chairman jailed for smuggling and fined for tax evasion

Pham Van Tam, former Chairman of Asanzo, has been sentenced to four years and six months in prison for smuggling, and fined $78,500 for tax evasion. The court imposed a financial penalty for the tax offense as Tam had fully repaid the evaded amount.

SJC scandal exposes high cost of Vietnam's gold monopoly

The indictment of former SJC General Director Le Thuy Hang highlights a critical institutional loophole: monopoly often leads to abuse of power and becomes fertile ground for corruption.

Thuan An Group case: Almost all 4.59 million USD in damage recovered

The Hanoi People’s Court opened the first-instance trial on September 8 for former Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly Office Pham Thai Ha and 28 co-defendants involved in a major corruption case connected to the Thuan An Group.

Father of Miss Grand International 2021 pays compensation in fraud case

The father of Miss Grand International 2021 Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien has paid $126,000 to help compensate for her involvement in a candy advertising fraud case.

Former Asanzo chairman indicted for smuggling and tax evasion

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Procuracy has completed an indictment against former Asanzo Board Chairman Pham Van Tam and his brother, Pham Xuan Tinh, the company’s former CEO.

Top food safety official arrested in Vietnam bribery probe

The Director of Vietnam’s Food Safety Authority was detained over allegations of bribery linked to health supplement advertising approvals.