HKMA regulatory framework on crypto-asset guidance

HKMA has issued its Discussion Paper on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins, setting out the regulatory landscape globally and in other jurisdictions, as well as the current landscape in Hong Kong, and how it believes the Hong Kong regulatory framework should be expanded to...

EC new EU AML/CFT authority and cryptoasset proposals

EC proposal for regulations establishing a new EU AML/CFT authority and traceability of cryptoasset proposals transfers. The aim to introduce an obligation for crypto-asset service providers to collect and make accessible full information about the sender…

FinCEN updates Ransomware Advisory

FinCEN updates advisory on Ransomware and the use of the financial system to facilitate ransom payments. The advisories addressed red flags, reporting requirements, and potential sanctions risks involved in making payments in response to ransomware...