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Telecom Titans Face FCC Wrath: $196 Million Fines for Unauthorized Location Data Sales
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced significant fines totaling approximately $196 million against major...
Apr 30, 20242 min read


Money Laundering Probe Shakes Isle of Man's Gaming Industry: King Gaming Faces License Suspension and Arrests
In the wake of a money laundering investigation targeting King Gaming, significant developments have emerged, including the arrest of...
Apr 30, 20242 min read


Western Banks Navigate Complex Landscape in Russia, Paying Over $800 Million in Taxes Amid Ukraine War Fallout
As geopolitical tensions escalate following the Ukraine conflict, Western banks operating in Russia face a delicate balancing act between...
Apr 29, 20242 min read


IRS and Treasury's Proposed Regulations: Impact on Inbound Companies and Taxpayer Response
The IRS and Treasury's proposed regulations, unveiled on April 9, introduce significant changes that could have far-reaching...
Apr 29, 20242 min read


Top European Money Launderer Escapes Custody: Judicial Oversight Sparks Concern
One of Europe's most prominent money launderers, Karim Bouyakhrichan, has managed to evade custody after being released on bail by a...
Apr 26, 20242 min read


EU Parliament Endorses Enhanced Payment Service Regulations for Stronger Consumer Protection
MEPs have endorsed proposals for a more open and competitive payment service within the European Union, emphasizing robust customer...
Apr 26, 20242 min read


EU Parliament Strengthens Anti-Money Laundering Laws: Enhanced Transparency and Oversight Measures
The European Parliament has taken a significant step in combating money laundering and terrorist financing with the adoption of a new...
Apr 25, 20242 min read


Estonia's FIU Acknowledges Challenges in Money Laundering Cases: Calls for Improvement
Estonia's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has openly criticized itself, acknowledging "significant room for improvement" in handling...
Apr 25, 20242 min read


BaFin Imposes €1.45 Million Fine on Commerzbank for Anti-Money Laundering Failings at Comdirect Bank
Germany's financial regulatory authority, BaFin, has levied a hefty fine of €1.45 million against Commerzbank AG due to deficiencies in...
Apr 24, 20242 min read


Oil Prices Plunge Over 1% as Israel-Iran Tensions Ease: Market Focus Shifts to Fundamentals
Oil prices witnessed a significant downturn on Monday, plummeting by more than 1 percent as market dynamics shifted focus towards...
Apr 24, 20242 min read


Unveiling the Tax Responsibility and Transparency Index: A Paradigm Shift in Corporate Tax Accountability
A groundbreaking initiative has emerged onto the corporate landscape: the Tax Responsibility and Transparency Index. This innovative...
Apr 23, 20242 min read


Binance Granted Dubai License to Expand Retail Client Base
In a significant move, cryptocurrency giant Binance has announced the acquisition of a license from Dubai's regulatory authority, VARA....
Apr 23, 20242 min read


FATF Finance Ministers Commit to Strengthening Global Anti-Money Laundering Efforts
Finance Ministers of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) have committed to providing more funding to address gaps in the effective...
Apr 22, 20242 min read


UK MPs Warn of Failing Efforts Against Dirty Money Epidemic Costing £350 Billion Annually
Members of Parliament in Britain are issuing a stern warning, asserting that the nation is falling dramatically short in its efforts to...
Apr 22, 20242 min read


CFPB Streamlines Nonbank Supervisory Process to Enhance Oversight
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken further steps to expand its supervisory authority over nonbank financial...
Apr 19, 20241 min read


Banking Access for Sex Workers: Challenges and Responses in the UK
UK Finance, representing the banking and financial sector, has acknowledged the challenges sex workers face in accessing banking...
Apr 19, 20242 min read


PwC Responds to Criticism Over Evergrande Audit Amid Legal Threats and Regulatory Scrutiny
PwC, one of the leading 'big four' accounting firms, has issued a strong response to an anonymous letter circulating on social media that...
Apr 18, 20242 min read


DOJ Launches Pilot Program Offering Nonprosecution Agreements to Corporate Whistleblowers
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a novel pilot program designed to incentivize corporate executives to voluntarily disclose...
Apr 18, 20242 min read


European Court of Human Rights' Landmark Ruling Links Climate Change Action to Human Rights Protection
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has issued a verdict with profound implications for climate change policy...
Apr 17, 20242 min read


SEC Enforcement Director Outlines Compliance Measures for AI Use in Financial Markets
The Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) Director of Enforcement, Gurbir Grewal, emphasized the imperative for firms to exercise...
Apr 17, 20242 min read
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