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New FinCEN AML Rules Target Investment Advisers and Real Estate Professionals
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has introduced new anti-money laundering (AML)...
Sep 3, 20242 min read


FATF President Elisa de Anda Stresses Global Cooperation in Combating Financial Crime at ESAAMLG’s 25th Anniversary
FATF President Elisa de Anda Madrazo emphasized the critical need for increased international cooperation to combat financial crime...
Sep 2, 20243 min read


Report Criticizes U.K.’s Weak Enforcement of Sanctions Against Russia
A recent report by campaign group Spotlight on Corruption has highlighted significant shortcomings in the U.K.’s enforcement of sanctions...
Aug 30, 20243 min read


Uber Fined €290 Million by Dutch Data Protection Authority for Illegal Data Transfers
Uber has been hit with a substantial €290 million (U.S. $323.7 million) fine by the Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) for illegally...
Aug 29, 20242 min read


London Police Uncover £55 Million International Money Laundering Network
Metropolitan Police in London have successfully dismantled a sophisticated international money laundering network, which had funneled...
Aug 28, 20244 min read


Former Vitol Trader Pleads Guilty to Bribing PEMEX Officials in Contract Scheme
A former trader from the U.S. affiliate of energy giant Vitol, Javier Aguilar, has admitted to bribing officials at Petroleos Mexicanos...
Aug 27, 20242 min read


The World's Biggest Money Laundering Cases: A Closer Look at Financial Scandals that Shook the Globe
Money laundering is an immense global issue, with illicit funds amounting to trillions of pounds being funneled through complex schemes...
Aug 26, 20244 min read


TD Bank Reserves Nearly $3 Billion for AML Fines, Forced to Reduce Stake in Charles Schwab
TD Bank announced on Wednesday that it is setting aside almost $3 billion to cover fines related to its failures in anti-money laundering...
Aug 23, 20244 min read


United States Surpasses Switzerland as Top Hub for Corrupt Financial Transactions, UK University Report Finds
The United States has overtaken Switzerland as the preferred hub for corrupt financial transactions, according to a new report from the...
Aug 22, 20243 min read


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...
Aug 21, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 20, 20243 min read


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...
Aug 19, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 14, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 13, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 12, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 9, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 8, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 7, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 6, 20242 min read


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...
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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