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Investigation into Telefonica's Activities in Undisclosed Countries · Telefonica S.A.

Information & Summary

Investigation into Telefonica's Activities in Undisclosed Countries

Related FCPA Matter:   Telefonica's Involvement in Venezuela between 2014 and 2015 Information

Information & Summary

Investigation Name:    Investigation into Telefonica's Activities in Undisclosed Countries

Trend:    None

Type of investigation:    Internal, DOJ

Other Agencies Investigating/Assisting with DOJ Investigation:   

  • Unspecified U.S. Authorities

Whistleblower:    Unknown

Summary

Telefonica S.A. was a global telecommunications operator headquartered in Madrid, Spain. The company's American Depositary Receipts traded on the New York Stock Exchange.

In a 6-K filed on July 27, 2017, Telefonica disclosed that it was conducting internal investigations covering various countries regarding possible violations of applicable anti-corruption laws. The company said it had been in contact with and was cooperating with governmental authorities about these matters.

On November 8, 2024, the DOJ announced that it had filed an enforcement action against Telefonica's Venezuelan subsidiary, Telefonica Venezolana C.A., and was entering into a deferred prosecution with both Telefonica and the subsidiary.

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