AML / KYC

    AML / KYC

    GLEIF Confirms Utility of Embedding LEI in eSeals

    By Editors | 14/12/2022

    In a PoC, GLEIF demonstrated that embedding LEIs in eSeals allowed Japanese and European entities to transact digitally with greater trust.

    AML / KYC

    Wirecard Trial Begins With Defendants Blaming Each Other

    By Mark Johnston | 14/12/2022

    Former CEO Markus Braun and his co-defendants face up to 15 years in jail, though a verdict is not expected until at least 2024.

    AML / KYC

    FTX Founder Arrested, Charged by SEC, SDNY, CFTC

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/12/2022

    US authorities have charged Sam Bankman-Fried for defrauding customers, investors, lenders, and campaign finance violations.

    AML / KYC

    UK Police Arrest Chinese Tycoon on US Bribery Charges

    By Editors | 14/12/2022

    The co-chairman of Chinese real estate firm Guangzhou R&F Properties is accused of paying bribes to San Francisco authorities from 2015 through 2020.

    AML / KYC

    UK FCA Fines Santander for “Persistent Gaps” in AML Controls

    By Editors | 13/12/2022

    The FCA said Santander did not manage business banking accounts correctly and did not promptly deal with automated monitoring alerts.

    AML / KYC

    SFC Announces 20 March 2023 Launch Date for HKIDR

    By Editors | 13/12/2022

    The SFC has decided to “provide more time for the industry’s preparation” and has announced a 20 March 2023 launch date for the HKIDR.

    AML / KYC

    ASIC Commences Proceedings Against Star Entertainment Execs

    By Editors | 13/12/2022

    ASIC says Star board members and key executives breached their duties by failing to address known money laundering risks.

    AML / KYC

    Chinese Police Arrest 63 Members of Crypto Money Laundering Gang

    By Editors | 13/12/2022

    The gang is estimated to have laundered up to CNY 12 billion for both domestic and foreign criminal groups using cryptocurrency.

    AML / KYC

    EU Council Agrees Position on AML/CFT Reform Package

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/12/2022

    The package includes AML/CFT rules for the crypto sector and a ban on cash payments over EUR 10,000, among other measures.

    Enforcement

    US Authorities Fine NYSE-Listed ABB for South Africa Bribes

    By Mark Johnston | 10/12/2022

    The action was coordinated among US, South African and Swiss authorities. ABB also paid bribery related fines in 2004 and 2010.

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