Category: Financial Crime

Major Regulations to Combat Financial Crimes in 2024: AML, Crypto, Sanctions, PEPs, Compliance

As 2024 unfolds, significant regulations reforms sweep across the globe, from the United States to Europe, Australia, India, and the...

28 April 2024

Shell Companies: Top 5 Case Studies from Dubai

Shell companies often characterized by minimal substance and opaque ownership structures, serve as conduits for various purposes, ranging from legitimate...

28 April 2024

UAE’s Battle Against Money Laundering: Challenges, Regulators and RegTech Solutions

Nestled in the heart of the Middle East, the UAE stands as a beacon of prosperity and global commerce. However,...

26 April 2024

The Importance of Third-party Due Diligence for Pharma Supply Chains

In today's tightly regulated pharmaceutical industry, where the quality and safety of products directly impact public health, the importance of...

22 March 2024

FCA’s Dear CEO Letter: A Message on AML Control Failings

On March 5, 2024, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) issued a significant communication to Annex 1 firms. This directive outlines...

18 March 2024

Global Sanctions: Everything You Need to Know About Their Impact, Effectiveness, and Challenges

Global sanctions have become an integral tool in international diplomacy, employed by nations and international organizations to address a variety...

7 March 2024

The Wolfsberg Group’s Updated FAQs On Country Risk In AML And CTF: 14 Simplified Insights

The Wolfsberg Group, a prominent coalition dedicated to combating money laundering and terrorism financing, has announced the release of its...

5 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

RBI’s Fintech Scrutiny Of AML & KYC Unveiled-Quick facts in 7 minutes

RBI has escalated its scrutiny of Fintech companies in the wake of compliance lapses, exemplified by its recent actions against...

23 February 2024