Automating the KYB process offers a transformative solution for organisations looking to streamline operations and enhance their due diligence efforts. By embracing automation, businesses can not only save time and reduce human error but also scale their operations effectively while maintaining the quality of their compliance efforts. … Read More
Regulatory Compliance
Changpeng Zhao’s Sentencing: AML Compliance Challenges For Crypto
Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance, was sentenced to just four months in prison after pleading guilty to money laundering charges tied to actions taken the previous year. This ruling marks a significant moment in the cryptocurrency world, as Zhao becomes the second high-profile crypto executive to face legal consequences. … Read More
What are the main types of financial crime?
Financial crime is a rapidly evolving threat that presents significant challenges for compliance and counter-fraud professionals. Understanding the diverse range of financial crimes, their associated risks, and effective counter-strategies is crucial for safeguarding the integrity of financial systems. … Read More
What is fraud prevention and why is it important?
For compliance professionals, the fight against fraud is not just an operational necessity; it is fundamental to preserving the integrity, stability, and reputation of their organisations. As fraud tactics become more sophisticated, the importance of effective fraud prevention measures grows exponentially. … Read More
The EU’s Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) – what is it and what could it mean for AML compliance?
As the EU’s newly centralised force in overseeing anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, the AMLA will work to coordinate national authorities, directly supervise high-risk financial entities, and promote consistency in anti-money laundering practices across the Union. … Read More
The role of tech in improving AML processes: overcoming 5 key challenges
AML compliance faces growing challenges like manual processes, complex regulations, and cross-border transactions. Technology-driven solutions enhance efficiency, streamline due diligence, automate monitoring, and ensure compliance with evolving global requirements. … Read More
The three biggest challenges facing AML compliance teams in 2024
Our research reveals that AML compliance professionals face major challenges in resource capacity, regulatory changes, onboarding inefficiencies, and adapting to financial crime trends, requiring agility and investment in talent. … Read More
How RegTech enhances AML search efficiency
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial regulations, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance stands as a critical pillar for financial institutions worldwide. As the volume and complexity of financial transactions continue to grow, so does the need for efficient and effective AML … Read More
Essential AML requirements for regulated firms in the UK
With the evolving landscape of financial crimes, compliance professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring that their organisations adhere to essential AML requirements detailed in legislation such as The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 (MLR 2017). … Read More
Looking ahead to 2024 in AML compliance
AML compliance in 2024 will emphasise AI, stricter enforcement, cybersecurity, enhanced CDD, and adapting to blockchain challenges, balancing innovation with robust regulatory adherence. … Read More