Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance, was sentenced to just four months in prison after pleading guilty to money laundering charges tied to actions taken the previous year. This ruling marks a significant moment in the cryptocurrency world, as Zhao becomes the second high-profile crypto executive to face legal consequences. … Read More
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Understanding the vital role of AML training in regulated firms
As regulatory scrutiny intensifies in the UK, the implementation of robust AML measures has become more crucial than ever. Central to this is effective AML training, which empowers employees across regulated firms with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, prevent, and report instances of money laundering and related financial crimes. … Read More
Wired-In webinar: AI in Payments – Security and User Experience
In our latest Wired-In webinar, SEON’s CEO, Tamas Kadar, assessed the ripple effect of AI in payments, highlighting dynamic challenges and opportunities to achieve transformative change. … Read More
The EU’s Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) – what is it and what could it mean for AML compliance?
As the EU’s newly centralised force in overseeing anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, the AMLA will work to coordinate national authorities, directly supervise high-risk financial entities, and promote consistency in anti-money laundering practices across the Union. … Read More
AI tops the list of biggest threats to regulated firms this year
A recent survey by NorthRow reveals that 55% of regulated businesses in the UK view artificial intelligence (AI) as their biggest threat for the year, followed by the evolving regulatory landscape (46%) and economic volatility (45%). The survey, which interviewed c-suite executives and compliance officers, also highlights that 39% of respondents see regulatory and political change as a major challenge. … Read More
The role of tech in improving AML processes: overcoming 5 key challenges
AML compliance faces growing challenges like manual processes, complex regulations, and cross-border transactions. Technology-driven solutions enhance efficiency, streamline due diligence, automate monitoring, and ensure compliance with evolving global requirements. … Read More
The three biggest challenges facing AML compliance teams in 2024
Our research reveals that AML compliance professionals face major challenges in resource capacity, regulatory changes, onboarding inefficiencies, and adapting to financial crime trends, requiring agility and investment in talent. … Read More
Infographic: Compliance trends in 2024
As the ever-present threat of money laundering, fraud, and financial crime continues to cast a dark shadow over entire financial systems, compliance and AML professionals continue to play a pivotal role in the war against financial crime. Did you know … Read More
3 AML compliance priorities for 2024
In 2023, professionals dealing with financial crime and AML compliance were busy handling geopolitical unrest, economic fluctuations, and evolving criminal tactics. In 2024, experts expect more regulatory changes, increased use of technology, and new methods to fight financial crime. As … Read More
What can AML professionals learn from Inventing Anna?
Inventing Anna, the 2022 Netflix series, takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride through the world of financial fraud and deception. While the show is undoubtedly entertaining, it also serves as a rich source of insights for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance professionals. … Read More