Category: Screening

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

Which PEP Definition To Follow: Global Or Local?

PEP Definition changes regionally whether it is nationally or internationally. Many organizations often confuse the standards to be followed. This...

10 June 2024

New Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation Package Adopted by European Council

The European Council has adopted a new and comprehensive Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation Package of rules aimed at enhancing...

4 June 2024

8,000+ New PEPs from India’s General Election Enhance AML and Sanctions Screening

India's recent general election has significantly reshaped the landscape of anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions screening. With the inclusion of...

16 May 2024

RBI’s Regulations for Payment Aggregators: Fintechs Prepare for Compliance Surge

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently issued two draft guidelines aimed at strengthening the regulation of offline Payment...

2 May 2024

Understanding Ultimate Beneficiary Ownership (UBO) and Its Importance in Financial Transparency

In the realm of financial transparency and regulatory compliance, the concept of Ultimate Beneficiary Ownership (UBO) has gained significant attention...

29 March 2024

AI Due Diligence: Revolutionizing Financial Fraud Detection & Risk Management

This article explores the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) in reshaping due diligence, with a specific focus on enhancing...

14 March 2024

Germany’s Recent Cannabis Act of 2024: Implications for Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Industry

The German parliament ratified the new Cannabis Act on 23 February 2024, marking a significant shift in the country's drug...

1 March 2024

FATF’s February 2024 Plenary: Quick Overview of Key Insights & Action Plans

The fifth Plenary of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recently concluded under the presidency of T. Raja Kumar of...

28 February 2024

Is UAE Set to Exit the Grey List? Read About Its Success in Achieving FATF Compliance!

In a significant development for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reports in October 2023 indicated that the UAE was on...

20 February 2024