Jury

Money20/20 Unveils Star-Studded Jury for Inaugural Global Fintech Awards, Celebrating Innovation Across the Financial Landscape

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BANGKOK, Thailand — Money20/20 has launched the inaugural jury for The Money Awards, assembling an elite group of professionals from the global financial technology sector. This newly formed jury comprises leaders from traditional banks, fintech companies, neobanks, venture capital, and various influential brands, reflecting a diverse mix of expertise from regions including North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. The jury is set to evaluate submissions for several key award categories, ensuring that the evaluation process captures the breadth of innovation in fintech. The panel’s comprehensive experience underscores the awards’ commitment … Read more

Global Creativity Takes Center Stage: New York Jury to Unveil Gerety 2025 Shortlist and Honor Top U.S. Agencies

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New York, N.Y. – The prestigious Gerety Awards will soon unveil its global shortlist for 2025 during a jury session in New York, where judges will also select the U.S. agency and production company of the year. This year, the awards are set to engage over 250 judges from 50 countries, highlighting a diverse array of talents and perspectives in the creative industry. The Gerety Awards will hold jury sessions in 15 locations worldwide, including cities like Toronto, London, Paris, and Tokyo, among others. The international reach attests to the award’s commitment to recognizing excellence … Read more

Louisiana GOP Blocks Bill Aimed at Ending Jim Crow-Era Split Jury Verdicts

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BATON ROUGE, La. — A proposal aimed at eliminating split jury verdicts in Louisiana faced rejection from state Republicans, marking a setback for efforts to address a legal practice dating back to the Jim Crow era. The proposed legislation sought to require unanimous verdicts in felony cases, a shift that advocates argue is essential for ensuring fairer trials and better justice. The measure was brought forward by a bipartisan coalition hoping to reform a system that has long been criticized for its roots in racial discrimination. In Louisiana, non-unanimous jury verdicts have allowed convictions based … Read more

Long-Awaited Justice on Hold: Mistrial Declared in 2004 Waterbury Murder Case as Jury Remains Deadlocked

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WATERBURY, Conn. — A judge has declared a mistrial in a high-profile murder case stemming from a 2004 incident, following reports that the jury was unable to reach a unanimous decision. The trial focused on the killing of 22-year-old John Doe, who was fatally shot at a local bar, a case that has haunted the city for nearly two decades. During deliberations, jurors expressed that they could not come to an agreement on the evidence presented, prompting the judge to intervene. This latest development has reignited discussions around the case, which had significant media attention … Read more