All Financial Regulation & Compliance articles – Page 8
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ReportNot enough needles and too much hay: the problem with Suspicious Activity Reports
The FinCEN Files shed a light on a creaking system under which millions of reports of suspicious activity are filed to over-stretched authorities every year. FinCrime Report examines how to make it easier for government agencies to find the useful “needles” in the “haystack” of SAR reports.
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NewsAUSTRAC consults on AML/CFT rule changes as part of regulatory overhaul
AUSTRAC has opened a consultation on proposed changes to its anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) rules as it seeks to strengthen its approach.
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NewsChina’s clampdown on payment providers is necessary to protect international financial ecosystem
The authorities in China are seeking to expand anti-money laundering supervision of non-bank payment providers and have also stepped up fines. Jose Caldera explains why this is needed.
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NewsPhilippines ‘could face FATF sanctions’ for failing to implement legislation
The Philippines risks being put on the Financial Action Task Force’s “grey list” if it does not fully implement the necessary amendments to its anti-money laundering law, according to the country’s Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC).
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NewsSaudi Arabia to implement stricter AML rules for Forex offices
The authorities in Saudi Arabia have reportedly approved stricter rules to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.
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NewsEuropean Commission takes aim at unilateral sanctions by ‘third-countries’ as it unveils strategy to strengthen financial system
The European Commission has published a new strategy to strengthen Europe’s financial system, including measures to tackle the impact of ‘unlawful’ unilateral sanctions imposed by ‘third-country partners’.
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BlogBrexit, freedom, and financial crime: a pyrrhic victory?
At the eleventh hour, the European Union and the United Kingdom have signed an agreement that, among other things, continues cooperation on financial crime. But how does its effectiveness compare to what it replaces? asks John Binns
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NewsEBF sets out Digital Euro wish list, urging attention paid to AML
Plans for a Digital Euro must pay particular attention to anti-money laundering and counter terrorism regulatory requirements, the European Banking Federation (EBF) has said.
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NewsSARs filing rises for three quarters of senior AML compliance decision-makers, survey finds
Nearly three-quarters of senior AML decision-makers reported an increase in Suspicious Activity Reporting last year as criminals sought to exploit Covid-19 disruption, research out today has revealed.
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NewsAUSTRAC has warned of high risks of money laundering through junket tour operations and has urged casinos to act.
The Australian watchdog has published a risk assessment of the junket tour operations (JTO) sector. Junket tour operators bring wealthy gamblers to casinos by offering promotions and other services, with these ‘high-rollers’ paying the JTO.
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NewsUS set to overhaul AML legislation to implement new beneficial ownership registry
US Congress looks set to to overhaul anti-money laundering legislation, implementing a requirement for companies to register their true owners for the first time
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VideoRegulatory Focus
Regulatory Focus with Michelle Crotty, Chief Capavility Officer at Serious Fraud Office
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VideoAfter the US Election
The result of the presidential election will have a huge effect on the international approach to targeting and tackling financial crime over the coming years.
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VideoA Step into The Regulatory Unknown
Almost two decades on from the al Qaeda terrorist attacks (9/11) the Financial War on Terrorism continues to gather pace following the introduction of a series of international counter-terrorism financing legislative provisions
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NewsTrump-appointed regulator proposes rule to compel banks to lend to “unpopular” businesses
A US regulator has proposed a new rule aimed at compelling banks to lend to “unpopular” businesses such as oil businesses and gun manufacturers.
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BlogA single AML supervisor and rulebook might just be what’s needed to drive true collaboration in Europe
As European finance ministers agreed to progress plans for a major reform of anti-money laundering regulation in the European Union, Nina Kerkez outlines the likely benefits and challenges.
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FeatureWe need to talk about the EU’s ambitious AML reform plan
The European Commission’s reforms for anti-money laundering, including a single rulebook and supervisor, have been enthusiastically backed across the continent and draft plans approved by finance ministers.
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NewsUAE lifts suspensions for 193 law firms but fines seven for continued AML failures
The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Justice has fined seven law firms for continued anti-money laundering failures, but lifted suspensions on 193 others.
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AnalysisFour key FinCrime questions for Biden’s administration
As the world reflects on Joe Biden’s victory, here are a few things to look out for in terms of the impact on the tackling of financial crime
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BlogGermany’s proposed AML law: what it would mean for compliance professionals
Germany’s draft anti-money laundering law would widen the definition of money laundering crimes. Oliver Förster explains how this would both ease and add to AML compliance workloads.