SEC Publishes Listing Standards for Crypto ETPs
The United States SEC has published new exchange filings outlining generic listing standards for crypto…
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Understanding a Sanctions Screening ‘Name Hit’ and What Happens Next
Imagine this: You’re a compliance analyst, coffee in hand, scrolling through routine customer onboarding applications. Suddenly, your screening software flags a “hit.” The screen flashes, an alert pops up, and…
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Algeria Bans All Crypto-Related Activity
Algeria has officially joined countries like China in placing a blanket ban on all cryptocurrency-related…
Role of AML Business Risk Assessment: A Deep Dive for Modern Financial Institutions
You might be thinking, “My business is legitimate, why worry about money launderers?” Well, unfortunately,…
Navigating the Global Virtual Asset Landscape: A “How-To” Guide for Comprehensive VASP Compliance
The global virtual asset (VA) industry is characterized by innovation, rapid growth, and an increasingly…
Democrats Probe William Pulte over Considering Crypto in Mortgages
A group of five Democratic senators has launched a probe into the Federal Housing Finance…
The UAE’s Money Maze: New Rules Reshape How You Send, Spend, and Save Digitally
For anyone living or doing business in the UAE, moving money around has always been…
Department of Justice Weighs Charges Against Tom Schmidt in the Tornado Cash Case
The U.S. Department of Justice is weighing charges against Dragonfly Capital’s partner Tom Schmidt in…
The Silent Protectors: How an Alliance in the Middle East Fights Global Financial Crime
Think of it as a global cat-and-mouse chase — but the stakes are billions of…
White House To Release Policy Report on Digital Assets July 30
Donald Trump and his crypto team, the President’s Digital Asset Working Group, will release a…
Counting Every Risk: The UAE’s New Strategy for a Safer Financial Future
In the heart of the UAE’s booming financial scene—where global banks and crypto pioneers share…
Country Risk Scoring: Applying the Methodology and Managing Risk
In the first part of this series, we explored the foundational pillars of country risk…
Country Risk Scoring: Understanding the Core Pillars of AML/CFT Risk Assessment
How well does your business understand the risks tied to different countries? In today’s complex…
Navigating VARA Compliance in Dubai: A Comprehensive Guide for VASPs
Thinking of launching a crypto business in Dubai? You’re not alone. The city has quickly…
FATF Travel Rule: From Theory to Implementation
The global financial landscape is constantly evolving, and nowhere is this more evident than in…
OFAC vs. UN Sanctions Compliance: Understanding the Key Differences
If you’re working in compliance, banking, crypto, trade, or even diplomacy, you’ll eventually come across…
Dubai’s VARA Unveils Comprehensive Digital Asset Rulebook: A Deep Dive into New Classifications for a Global Crypto Hub
In a significant move to solidify its standing as a global leader in the digital…
Why the Risk-Based Approach Is the Only Way Compliance Makes Sense Today
Let’s keep this simple: Not every client, transaction, or business relationship carries the same risk.…
Tether’s CEO Says USDT Will Be Fully Registered in America
The world’s largest stablecoin issuer, Tether, has laid out its plan after President Trump signed…
The GENIUS Act: The Law That Could Change the Future of Stablecoins and Global Finance
In what could become one of the most transformative moments in digital finance, the United…
