The payments industry has been transformed by innovative technologies facilitating faster, more flexible payment products and better experiences for customers. However, That innovation trend has been accompanied by increased risk for payment firms, as criminals seek to misuse payment service […]
Sanctions are an important component of the United States’ approach to foreign policy and are employed to help the US government achieve diplomatic objectives and punish violations of international law around the globe. The US sanctions system is complex and […]
In a digital financial landscape firms must be aware of the relevance of cyber crime penalties and the increasing importance of cyber sanctions compliance. Cyber-attacks are not just used by individual criminals to perpetrate financial crimes and may also be […]
Understanding the Monetary Authority of Singapore Omnibus Act: What You Need To Know On 21st July 2020, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) launched its Consultation Paper on the New Omnibus Act for the Financial Sector, setting out proposals for […]
After leaving the European Union, the UK announced its new sanctions regime in the Sanctions and Anti Money Laundering Act 2018 (SAMLA). As part of the Sanctions Act, the UK Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime came into effect on 6th […]
Under the terms of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement, the EU sanctions regime ceased to apply to the UK at 11 pm on 31st December 2020. From that date, the UK’s new sanctions framework came into effect, the details of which […]
One of the most significant events in the anti-money laundering history of the USA took place with the enactment of the 2020 AML Act (AMLA) on 1 January 2021. AMLA’s passage was not without obstacles. Congress was forced to override […]
On 1st January 2021, the US Senate passed the Anti-Money Laundering Act 2020 (AMLA). Part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, the US Anti-Money Laundering Act introduces the most significant reforms to anti-money laundering laws and […]
How AML Requirements in Canada Affect Fintechs Canada is the second-largest financial destination in North America after the United States and hosts diverse business interests from across the world including commercial fintech service providers. While Canada has a developed a […]
In most global jurisdictions, the Know Your Customer (KYC) process is a foundational component of AML/CFT regulations. KYC requires banks and other financial services providers to establish and verify the identities of their customers in order to assess the money […]
Automating and enhancing AML/KYC compliance for digital assets The Know Your Customer (KYC) process is a fundamental component of anti-money laundering regulations in jurisdictions around the world. However, with the rise of disruptive blockchain technology and increased global use of […]
EN
FR