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International
Sanctions
EU Proposes to Apply Trade Curbs to Some Chinese Firms
By Editors | 14/02/2024
The current draft sanctions package includes three mainland companies which EU firms would not be allowed to trade with.
AML / KYC
New Study Initiated to Identify Kleptocracy Red Flags
By Nithya Subramanian | 14/02/2024
The study by the OCCRP, University of Exeter and University of Oxford will aid in developing anti-corruption rules and enhancing enforcement.
ESG / Sustainability
LME Facing Lawsuit Over “Dirty Metals” Sourced from Indonesia
By Editors | 14/02/2024
The case could force the LME to revisit its rules for listing metals for trading, the London Mining Network and Global Legal Action Network said.
Sanctions
UK Announces First Sanctions Against Israeli Settlers
By Editors | 14/02/2024
Four individuals were designated for their involvement in violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, the first time the UK has imposed such measures.
Sanctions
EU Adopts New Rules for CSDs on Handling of Frozen Russian Assets
By Editors | 13/02/2024
The decision paves the way for the possible use of revenue generated from frozen Russian assets to aid in Ukraine’s reconstruction.
Crypto / Digital Assets
FIX Unveils 2024 Priorities for Digital Assets Markets
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 13/02/2024
FIX’s Digital Assets & Technology Committee will focus on integration and interoperability, regulatory guidance, and the efficient use of DLT and smart contracts.
Sanctions
US VC Firms Accused of Supporting China’s Tech Ambitions
By Editors | 13/02/2024
A report released by a US congressional committee accuses Sequoia Capital China, Qualcomm Ventures and three other VC firms of supporting China’s military.
AML / KYC
GCFFC Europe Chapter Sets Financial Crime Priorities for 2024
By Mark Johnston | 13/02/2024
The priorities include economic security, beneficial ownership, professional money launderers and public-private partnerships.
AML / KYC
Small German Bank Suspected of Helping Iran Evade Sanctions – Report
By Editors | 13/02/2024
BaFin has been investigating Hamburg-based Varengold Bank since last year, while APAS has been investigating its independent auditor, PwC.
Sanctions
OFAC Announces Russian Diamond Ban, Price Cap Sanctions
By Editors | 09/02/2024
Import ban on Russian diamonds starts 1 March 2024. New sanctions target UAE-based entities and an oil tanker.
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