Category: Financial Crime

India’s Outstanding Outcome: FATF Evaluation 2023-24 For AML/CFT Standards

On June 28, 2024, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced that India has reached a β€œhigh level of technical...

1 July 2024

How Is Drug Trafficking Related To Money Laundering?

Drug trafficking and money laundering are major global problems that cause significant economic and social harm around the world. These...

26 June 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 Transaction Monitoring Detects Fraud and Ensures AML Compliance

In 2024, transaction monitoring is more important than ever. Financial crimes like money laundering and fraud are becoming increasingly sophisticated,...

19 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

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

Cryptocurrency: Insights into 2024’s Highs and Lows

As we move through 2024, the world of cryptocurrency is buzzing with excitement, drawing in both fans and investors with...

30 May 2024

RegTech: A Proactive Shield Against Financial Crime in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates' (UAE) financial sector flourishes in its open market environment and global connectivity. This article delves into...

3 May 2024

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