AML / KYC

AML / KYC

The Final Countdown: Practical Steps for Meeting Australia’s ‘Tranche 2’ Deadline

By Nathan Lynch | 02/04/2025

Only an April Fool would ignore the tight deadline for compliance with Australia’s Tranche 2 anti-money laundering reforms, writes Nathan Lynch.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC Puts Crypto ATM Providers on Notice

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2025

AUSTRAC said it will take action against crypto ATM providers that don’t comply with Australia’s AML regime.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong Gazettes Bill to Facilitate Financial Crime Info-Sharing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2025

The bill proposes to introduce a voluntary mechanism for AIs to share information through secure HKMA-designated platforms.

AML / KYC

China Issues Draft AML Rules for Notary Offices for Consultation

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2025

Notary offices were brought into scope of China’s AML laws through revisions passed in November 2024.

AML / KYC

BNM Issues Policy Document for Improving Financial Inclusion

By Nithya Subramanian | 31/03/2025

The policy requires financial firms to provide basic, low-cost deposit accounts to consumers, especially those in unserved and underserved segments.

AML / KYC

HKMA Ask Banks to Heed SFC Guidance on IPO Financing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2025

Banks are directed to comply with new SFC guidance on IPO financing, particularly the investor identification requirement under FINI.

AML / KYC

Thailand to Grant SEC More Power to Tackle Market Abuse

By Editors | 31/03/2025

The SEC will be able to conduct its own investigations, directly file charges in court, and block major business transactions if it detects financial irregularities.

AML / KYC

Gatekeepers on Edge as AUSTRAC Prepares New AML/CTF Regime

By Nathan Lynch | 31/03/2025

Nathan Lynch discusses the work AUSTRAC is doing to prepare DNFBPs for a July 2026 deadline to comply with their new AML/CTF obligations.

AML / KYC

FSB Launches Forum on Cross-Border Payments Data

By Mark Johnston | 28/03/2025

The initiative aims to enhance cross-border payments by improving dialogue and strengthening cooperation on data-related issues.