Money Laundering

UK Banks Partner with NCA to Combat Economic Crime through Data Sharing
Regulatory & Compliance UK Banks Partner with NCA to Combat Economic Crime through Data Sharing

The UK has embarked on an ambitious project aimed at countering economic crime, notably money laundering and the handling of "dirty money." A collaborative initiative brings together major UK banks and the National Crime Agency (NCA) to share data and intelligence, marking a significant

July 24, 2024
Is Citigroup Failing in the Fight Against Drug Money Laundering?
Regulatory & Compliance Is Citigroup Failing in the Fight Against Drug Money Laundering?

The fight against drug money laundering is a critical challenge facing financial institutions worldwide. Among these, Citigroup has recently come under scrutiny for its alleged role in facilitating drug money laundering activities. This article explores the intricacies of this case, examining the

July 2, 2024
How Will FinCEN's Real Estate AML Rules Affect Transactions?
Regulatory & Compliance How Will FinCEN's Real Estate AML Rules Affect Transactions?

Understanding FinCEN's Enhanced AML Regulations The Scope of the New AML Requirements FinCEN's regulatory expansion is a targeted strike against money laundering in the residential real estate sector. Given the anonymity afforded by all-cash transactions, these purchases have become a

May 2, 2024
Binance Faces Record $4.3B Fine and Leadership Shakeup
Regulatory & Compliance Binance Faces Record $4.3B Fine and Leadership Shakeup

Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform, has been grappling with heightened legal scrutiny by U.S. regulatory bodies. With the recent filing of federal charges by the U.S. Department of Justice, the company is confronting allegations of violating anti-money laundering statutes and

May 1, 2024
How Will US Sanctions Impact al-Shabab's Global Reach?
Regulatory & Compliance How Will US Sanctions Impact al-Shabab's Global Reach?

The US Treasury Department has taken a significant step to weaken al-Shabab's financial operations by imposing sanctions on 16 affiliates linked to the terrorist group's fundraising and money laundering endeavors. This strategic effort aims to disrupt al-Shabab's financial networks,

March 15, 2024
Bitcoin Fog Mastermind Guilty of $400M Laundering Scheme
Regulatory & Compliance Bitcoin Fog Mastermind Guilty of $400M Laundering Scheme

The Fall of Bitcoin Fog Sterlingov's Operation and Arrest For ten years, Bitcoin Fog, under Roman Sterlingov's leadership, provided a murky service prized by the darknet community for its ability to disguise the tracks of illegal Bitcoin transactions. It operated akin to a high-tech

March 15, 2024
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