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German Authorities Seize 13 Crypto ATMs in Major AML Operation
German authorities conducted a significant anti-money laundering (AML) operation on Tuesday, seizing 13 crypto ATMs where Bitcoin and...
Flexi Group
Aug 21, 20242 min read
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SEC Fines OTC Link $1.19 Million for AML Failures: Key Takeaways for Financial Firms
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently issued a notice to OTC Link, slapping the company with a $1.19 million fine...
Flexi Group
Aug 20, 20243 min read
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U.K. Financial Firms Face Scrutiny Over Inconsistent Implementation of PEP Guidelines, Warns FCA
The U.K. Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has raised concerns over the inconsistent application of its guidance on politically exposed...
Flexi Group
Aug 19, 20242 min read
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BVI to Restrict Access to Beneficial Ownership Register with 'Legitimate Interest Test'
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has announced that access to its beneficial ownership register will be restricted to those who can pass...
Flexi Group
Aug 14, 20242 min read
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FATF Urges India to Tighten Scrutiny on Domestic Politicians and Officials' Bank Accounts
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has recommended that India enhance its due diligence practices concerning the bank accounts of...
Flexi Group
Aug 13, 20242 min read
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U.S. Federal Reserve Takes Enforcement Action Against Crypto-Friendly Customers Bank for Risk Management Deficiencies
The U.S. Federal Reserve has issued an enforcement action against Customers Bank, a Pennsylvania-based financial institution known for...
Flexi Group
Aug 12, 20242 min read
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UNODC Alarms on Growing Cyber Fraud in Southeast Asia Linked to Gaming Industry
In a recent meeting in Bangkok, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) raised alarms about the convergence of...
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Aug 9, 20242 min read
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Edward Scicluna Steps Down from Key AML Role Amid Fraud Scandal
Edward Scicluna, Malta’s central bank governor, has suspended himself from his position amid a fraud scandal and has also resigned from a...
Flexi Group
Aug 8, 20242 min read
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Singapore Passes Ground-breaking Anti-Money Laundering Bill to Tighten Financial Oversight
In a significant move to bolster its anti-money laundering (AML) framework, Singapore has enacted the Anti-Money Laundering and Other...
Flexi Group
Aug 7, 20242 min read
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FINTRAC Issues Warning on Laundering Tax Evasion Proceeds Through Real Estate
FINTRAC, Canada’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), has issued a stern warning to financial institutions, emphasizing the importance of...
Flexi Group
Aug 6, 20242 min read
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UK Establishes New AML Investigative Cells Funded by Economic Crime Levy
Two of the UK’s leading state corporate entities will create new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) investigative "cells" using dedicated funds...
Flexi Group
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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Malta Central Bank Governor Edward Scicluna Suspends Duties Amid Court Case
Malta Central Bank Governor Edward Scicluna has temporarily suspended himself from his role pending the outcome of a court case related...
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Aug 2, 20241 min read
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FINMA Scrutinizes UBS’s Vetting of Risky Credit Suisse Clients Amid Integration Efforts
Switzerland’s financial supervisor, FINMA, has been closely examining how UBS vets high-risk wealthy clients from Credit Suisse as part...
Flexi Group
Aug 1, 20243 min read
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Rise in Finance Firms Testing AI for Compliance and Risk Management, Moody's Study Reveals
A growing number of finance firms are exploring the use of AI for compliance and risk management, according to a recent study by Moody's....
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Jul 31, 20242 min read
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Russian Billionaire Petr Aven’s Estate Forfeits £784,000 in Landmark NCA Investigation
In a landmark decision, the estate of Russian billionaire Petr Aven has agreed to forfeit £784,000 following a milestone investigation by...
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Jul 30, 20242 min read
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UK Banks Collaborate with NCA in Major Anti-Financial Crime Initiative
In a groundbreaking initiative, seven major UK banks, including Barclays, NatWest, and Lloyds, have begun sharing financial crime data...
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Jul 29, 20244 min read
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Coinbase Fined £3.5 Million by UK’s FCA for Lax Money Laundering Controls
Coinbase, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges globally, has been fined £3.5 million ($4.5 million) by the UK's Financial Conduct...
Flexi Group
Jul 26, 20242 min read
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MONEYVAL Commends Jersey's AML Efforts, Urges Greater Focus on Practical Enforcement
MONEYVAL has given Jersey a broadly positive review in its latest in-depth assessment, indicating that the British Crown Dependency has...
Flexi Group
Jul 25, 20242 min read
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New Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements to Cost U.S. Financial Institutions $200 Million Annually
New beneficial ownership reporting requirements are projected to cost U.S. financial institutions around $200 million per year once fully...
Flexi Group
Jul 24, 20242 min read
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Federal Regulators Propose Enhanced AML/CFT Risk Assessments for Financial Institutions
Four federal banking regulators, alongside the Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), have issued a notice...
Flexi Group
Jul 23, 20242 min read
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