AML compliance Crypto Knowledge & training AML regulations for UK crypto firms: Top compliance tips Cryptocurrencies and virtual assets (VAs) remain high on the global financial agenda in 2025, and the UK is no exception. Crypto’s decentralized nature allows for fast and low-cost transactions, including across borders. While this clearly appeals to consumers, crypto’s speed… 6 minute read
AML compliance Crypto Knowledge & training Switzerland cryptocurrency regulation Is Cryptocurrency legal in Switzerland? Cryptocurrencies: Legal, accepted as payment in some contexts Cryptocurrency exchanges: Legal, regulated by SFTA and FINMA In Switzerland crypto and virtual currencies are classified as assets or property. Exchanges are legal and, depending on the… 3 minute read
Regulation Knowledge & training What is 4AMLD and what does it mean for regulated industries? The European Union Fourth Money Laundering Directive (4AMLD) was ratified by the European Parliament in 2015 and was implemented in all EU states on the 26th of June, 2017. It was transposed into UK law on the same date via… 6 minute read
Regulators & key institutions Knowledge & training What is HMRC? The important role of HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) What is HMRC? It is common knowledge that HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is responsible for regulating taxes, wages, and many other aspects of the financial sector in the United Kingdom.… 3 minute read
Regulation Knowledge & training What is MiFID II? What is MiFID II, and how has it Affected the European Investment Market One of the most influential laws enacted by the European Union to regulate the investment sector is the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive. This directive, which is… 3 minute read
Regulation Knowledge & training What is MiFID - The Markets In Financial Instruments Directive? The Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) was created in 2004 to replace the Investment Services Directive, and it was implemented in 2007. A new law, known as MiFID II, has since replaced MiFID. The EU hoped that the directive… 3 minute read
Sanctions Knowledge & training A comprehensive guide to the UK sanctions list Like most countries, the UK issues a range of sanctions against individuals, groups, and other states to achieve certain economic or diplomatic outcomes. Sanctions form a major element of the UK’s foreign policy. As a significant political and economic power,… 8 minute read
