Category: Regulation

Will FATF Blacklist Russia? The Global Watchdog’s Crucial Decision And Its Worldwide Impact

The Financial Action Task Force, which is the global standard-setter in the fight against money laundering and terrorism financing, is...

21 October 2024

TD Bank’s $3 Billion Fine: A Powerful Reminder Of Why Financial Institutions Must Strengthen AML Practices

On October 10, 2024, TD Bank faced what can be described as one of the most significant financial penalties in...

16 October 2024

How To Avoid FCA Fines: Lessons From Starling Bank’s £29M Sanctions Screening Failure

In October 2024, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) imposed a staggering £29 million fine on Starling Bank for significant lapses...

8 October 2024

Terrorist Financing In India: Overview And FATF Recommendations

Terrorist Financing (TF) remains a critical issue in India's fight against terrorism, particularly in regions affected by insurgency and extremist...

27 September 2024

India’s AML/CFT Progress And Challenges: Insights From FATF 2024 Report

India’s FATF 2024 Mutual Evaluation Report offers a thorough analysis of the country’s anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CFT)...

24 September 2024

OFAC’s 50 Percent Rule: A Sanctions Screening and Compliance Guide

Understand OFAC's 50 Percent Rule and how ZIGRAM’s RegTech solutions, like PreScreening.io, help financial institutions ensure sanctions compliance and ownership...

12 September 2024

Global AML Regulatory Trends Impacting Fintech Companies

As fintech companies expand, navigating AML regulations becomes essential to prevent financial crimes and ensure system stability. Global and national...

27 August 2024

FATF Urges India To Tighten Scrutiny On Bank Accounts Of Politicians And Government Officials

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global watchdog for anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) standards, has recently...

14 August 2024

RBI Fines Three Payment System Operators For KYC And Regulatory Failures

On July 26, 2024, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed monetary penalties on three payment system operators for non-compliance...

1 August 2024

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements For Payment Processors In 2024

Payment Processors are financial intermediaries that facilitate electronic transactions between buyers and sellers while implementing measures to detect and prevent...

29 July 2024