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2025 Anti-Money Laundering Landscape: Consistency Amid Regulatory Uncertainty”

As we enter 2025, businesses should prepare for a stable approach to anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, despite ongoing regulatory challenges. While there may be...

“Three Russian Nationals Charged with Money Laundering Over Sanctioned Crypto Mixing Services Used by North Korean Hackers”

Three Russian nationals have been charged with operating crypto mixing services Blender.io and Sinbad.io, accused of facilitating money laundering for cybercriminals, including North Korean...

Turkey’s Bold Move: Mandatory Crypto User ID Verification by 2025 to Strengthen AML Compliance

Turkey has unveiled a groundbreaking step in its fight against financial crime within the cryptocurrency sector. By 2025, it will be mandatory for all...

China Enacts Robust Anti-Money Laundering Law to Combat Financial Crimes and Wildlife Trafficking

On January 1, 2025, China implemented a comprehensive Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Law, marking a significant advancement in its efforts to combat financial crimes and...

New EU Regulations Aim to Strengthen Fight Against Money Laundering

The European Parliament has approved a new set of rules to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. These regulations ensure immediate access to beneficial...

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India Updates UAPA Terrorist and UN Sanctions Screening Rules

Indian regulators have issued fresh UAPA and UN sanctions-list updates, reinforcing screening obligations for banks and regulated financial institutions.

OFAC Removes 125 Entries and Updates Sanctions Screening Data

OFAC removed 125 individuals and entities and updated 22 entries, saying better identifiers can reduce false positives in sanctions screening.

AMLA Seeks Industry Input on Simplified Customer Due Diligence

AMLA is seeking industry input on simplified customer due diligence as it develops guidance for proportionate AML controls in lower-risk situations.

U.S. Treasury Targets Hamas Financing Network Using Crypto

The U.S. Treasury designated individuals and entities linked to a Hamas financing network that used sham charities and cryptocurrency to move more than $2 million.
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