RICS launches consultation for new edition of financial crime standard incorporating crypto and AI

RICS is launching a consultation for the second edition of its financial crime standard, Countering Financial Crime, which was upgraded to a Mandatory Standard in 2023. The update addresses evolving risks, including AI and cryptocurrency, to help members strengthen compliance and transparency in the built environment. Open from 25 February to 25 April 2025, the consultation welcomes input from RICS members and external professionals, with the revised edition expected by September 2025…