Michael S

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Michael S is a compliance writer and editor at ComplyFocus specializing in AML, KYC, and financial-crime compliance. He has 22 years of experience writing about the compliance field CAMS and G-CAMO. Michael writes to help analysts, investigators, and career-changers understand how anti-money-laundering rules work in practice.

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2025’s Most Trusted Compliance Certifications? The ONRIGA Standard Is Leading the Way in Globally Recognized KYC and AML Certifications

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In a crowded certification market, ONRIGA identifies globally recognized AML and KYC programs that actually deliver real-world value. Discover the most trusted compliance certifications for 2025 — handpicked based on global benchmarks, training quality, and industry relevance.

Why Investment Banks Are Increasingly Demanding Globally Recognized End-to-End KYC Certifications

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The Growing Importance of Certifications in KYC The compliance landscape has undergone a seismic shift, especially in financial hubs like the USA, UK, UAE, Qatar,...

New Waves in Compliance: Impacts of the AML/CTF Amendment Bill on New and Existing Entities

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How the 2024 AML/CTF Bill Will Revolutionize Australia's Fight Against Financial Crime On 11 September 2024, Australia’s legislative framework took a significant step towards modernizing...

Wells Fargo to Enhance Sanctions Program Following OCC Agreement

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Wells Fargo, one of the largest banks in the United States, has reached an agreement with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency...

India’s Progress in Combating Money Laundering: FATF’s 2024 Evaluation

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Overview of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing in India Money laundering and terrorist financing have emerged as critical issues in India, threatening the integrity of...
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India Updates UAPA Terrorist and UN Sanctions Screening Rules

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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

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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

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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

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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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