Category: Sanctions

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

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

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

Best Name Screening Software for AML and Risk Management: PreScreening.io by ZIGRAM

In an era of heightened regulatory scrutiny and risk, ZIGRAM's PreScreening.io stands out as one of the best solutions for...

23 July 2024

FATF Grey List June 2024: Comprehensive Guide On Risks, Criteria, And Compliance Measures

On June 28, 2024, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released its “Grey List”. FATF identifies jurisdictions that require enhanced...

4 July 2024

Binance Fined $2M, Highest Fine In India For AML Violations

In June 2024, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, was fined USD 2 million by India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU...

24 June 2024

How Is The U.S. Treasury Intensifying Sanctions Against Russia’s War Economy?

On June 12, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced a series of new measures designed to intensify pressure...

14 June 2024