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IMF, World Bank, and BIS Collaborate on Financial Tokenization
In a groundbreaking collaboration, three of the world's leading financial institutions—the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World...
Dec 1, 20232 min read


Global Taskforce Targets Hamas Financing: CTFTI Formed by Twelve Nations
Twelve international Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) have joined forces to establish the "Counter Terrorist Financing Taskforce –...
Nov 30, 20231 min read


EBA Strengthens Anti-Money Laundering Oversight:Extends Guidelines to Crypto-Asset Service Providers
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has taken a significant stride in the fight against financial crime by extending its risk-based...
Nov 29, 20232 min read


Former Binance CEO's Legal Battle: Lawyers Push Against U.S. Request to Bar Return to UAE
Lawyers representing former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao are urging a U.S. judge to reject the Justice Department's request to prevent him...
Nov 28, 20232 min read


Wang Yicheng's Cryptocurrency Scams and Political Ties in Thailand
In a sprawling investigation that unveils a labyrinthine network of cyber scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and intricate diplomatic ties, the...
Nov 27, 20235 min read


Brazil's Sports Betting Tax Breakthrough: 12% Rate Approved as Bill Heads to Crucial Senate Vote
In a significant development for the sports betting landscape in Brazil, the country's Economic Affairs Commission (CAE) has confirmed a...
Nov 24, 20232 min read


Cryptocurrency Industry Titans Under Scrutiny: A Wave of Investigations and Allegations
The cryptocurrency industry, often viewed as a realm of innovation and disruption, is facing increased scrutiny as prominent figures find...
Nov 23, 20233 min read


Binance: $4 Billion Settlement for Money Laundering and Sanctions Breaches
In a momentous development within the cryptocurrency landscape, Binance, one of the globe's foremost cryptocurrency exchanges, has openly...
Nov 22, 20235 min read


British Lawyer and MLRO Convicted for Tipping Off Client in Money Laundering Investigation
A British lawyer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) has been found guilty of "tipping off" a client regarding a money...
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Apple's EU State Aid Challenge Faces Procedural Concerns Following Advocate General's Opinion
The opinion from the advocate general of the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU), recommending the dismissal of Apple's €14.3 billion...
Nov 20, 20232 min read


Netherlands Honored by OECD for Efficient Resolution of Transfer Pricing Cases
In a recent accolade from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the Netherlands has been recognized for its...
Nov 17, 20232 min read


UBS Faces Retrial Over €1.8 Billion Fine Following France's Top Court Decision
France's highest judicial court has ruled that a new trial should be conducted regarding the €1.8 billion ($1.95 billion) fine imposed on...
Nov 16, 20232 min read


Navigating Divisions: The Varied Landscape of Whistleblower Directive Implementation in the EU
The European Union's Whistleblower Directive has encountered a spectrum of implementations across member states, underscoring the...
Nov 15, 20232 min read


Global AML/CFT Report Reveals Decline in Effectiveness Amid Crypto Concerns
A recent international report, the 'Basel AML Index,' highlights a persistent decline in the effectiveness of Anti-Money...
Nov 14, 20232 min read


Unveiling the Threat: How Criminals Exploit Fintech's Weak Links
In the fast-evolving landscape of digital finance, a recent joint report by FATF and Egmont raises a red flag, emphasizing the need for...
Nov 13, 20232 min read


FinCEN's Final Rule Enhances Corporate Transparency with Unique Identifier Option
FinCEN, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, has recently announced a significant development in its efforts to enhance corporate...
Nov 10, 20232 min read


Brazil Advances Comprehensive Sports Betting Legislation: Key Provisions and Amendments Explained
The Sports Commission (CEsp) has given its approval to a bill regulating sports betting, colloquially known as bets. The legislation...
Nov 9, 20233 min read


EU Updates List of Non-Cooperative Countries for Tax Purposes: Implications for Cyprus Businesses
The European Council has recently made significant changes to the EU list of non-cooperative countries for tax purposes, impacting...
Nov 8, 20232 min read


Behind Bars: Notable Billionaires Who Have Faced Incarceration
In a startling turn of events, former cryptocurrency billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried has been convicted on seven counts of fraud and...
Nov 7, 20234 min read


Exposed: Offshore Company Facilitated Concealed Entities for Putin's Inner Circle
An offshore company has been uncovered for its involvement in facilitating the creation of concealed entities by Vladimir Putin's inner...
Nov 6, 20232 min read
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