Tag: FATF
UAE’s digital leap: How regulatory sandboxes fuel AML compliance
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is experiencing a notable economic surge, becoming a magnet for foreign investments and job opportunities. This economic growth is coupled with ambitious plans under the UAE Digital Economy Strategy launched in April 2022, aiming to increase the nation's GDP contribution from digital services from 9.7% in 2022 to 19.4% over the next decade. The strategy positions the UAE as a pivotal digital economy hub both regionally and globally.
EBA issues new guidelines to enforce travel rule
The European Banking Authority (EBA) today announced the introduction of new Guidelines concerning the 'travel rule' for fund and crypto asset transfers.
The critical role of PEP compliance in financial institutions
Politically Exposed Persons, or PEPs, are those who occupy prominent positions in public offices, potentially including roles in government bodies, international organisations, or significant corporate entities.
How the UAE’s exit from the FATF grey list boosts international...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has made significant strides in its anti-money laundering (AML) and combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) frameworks.
Safeguarding financial integrity through advanced AML compliance strategies
In today's financial landscape, AML transaction monitoring is key for protecting the integrity of financial institutions and the global financial system. This continuous surveillance of...
How Australia is tackling financial crime with technology
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial crime, Australian institutions face a dynamic and challenging environment, according to Napier AI.
Navigating the intricacies of PEP identification in FinTech compliance
Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) represent a significant risk for money laundering and corruption within the financial sector. Alessa, a leading provider of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance software, emphasises the critical importance of accurately identifying and screening PEPs before any business engagement.
What it means for the UAE nearing the end of FATF...
In a significant development reported in October 2023, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is on the cusp of being removed from the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) "grey list."
Adapting to change: How the UK’s latest money laundering amendments impact...
On January 10, 2024, a pivotal shift in the UK's regulatory framework will unfold as the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (Amendment) Regulations 2023...
Understanding proliferation financing: Key steps for compliance and risk management
Proliferation Financing (PF) is becoming an increasingly important aspect of the compliance landscape, akin to well-known areas like anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF). Recently, regulators, particularly in the UK, have begun implementing stricter measures to help businesses identify and mitigate PF risks.
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