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Money Laundering
UK plans to roll out a mandatory digital ID scheme ‘Britcard’ by July 2029 for Right to Work checks and services, aiming to combat identity fraud with reduced data sharing and stronger security
The digital ID could enhance the verification process for company directors and persons with significant control, potentially reducing the risk of fraudulent activities. However, the centralization of personal data raises concerns about data breaches and misuse, which could impact the integrity of financial crime reporting systems. A public consultation will be launched later this year to gather input and refine the initiative. The government is currently…
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Anti-Bribery & Corruption
GRECO’s Right to Access Information paper highlights that effective access to official information is key to fighting corruption, though many states still lag in transparency and compliance
The paper emphasizes the need for robust legal frameworks, noting that while many countries have access-to-information laws, some are outdated or fragmented, and recommends comprehensive legislation and accession to the Tromsø Convention. Effective implementation requires independent oversight bodies with sufficient authority and resources, while compliance issues such as delays, lack of proactive transparency…
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Human Trafficking
EC welcomes political agreement between EP and EU Council to reinforce Europol’s role in combating migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings
The agreement empowers Europol to expand the work of its European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling, strengthen cooperation with national and EU agencies, and make fuller use of biometric and other data to disrupt cross-border criminal networks. It also provides the agency with enhanced tools and resources to support investigations, improve intelligence flows, and increase the EU’s collective capacity…
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Environmental Crimes
TRAFFIC’s latest report identifies the EU as a major global wildlife trafficking hub, with 5,000+ seizures in 2023 and over 1M CITES-listed specimens smuggled via airports, mail centres, and sea routes
The report highlights the involvement of organised crime groups, evolving smuggling tactics, and gaps in enforcement. While EU authorities have strengthened their response through updated policies and global cooperation, TRAFFIC urges further coordination, stronger legal frameworks, and private sector engagement to effectively combat this form of…
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Sanctions & Trade Embargoes
FCDO imposes sanctions on Georgian individuals and entities backing Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine to weaken its support network and cut energy revenues
Two oil tankers involved in transporting Russian oil to the Georgian port of Batumi have been sanctioned. These vessels are part of Russia’s “shadow fleet”—dilapidated ships used to circumvent sanctions. They are now barred from UK ports and prohibited from registering under the UK Ship Register. Individuals: Georgian politician and media mogul Levan Vasadze has been sanctioned for…
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Fines & Lessons Learned
FINTRAC fines KuCoin (Seychelles-based Peken Global Ltd) CAD19.5M for failing to register, report large virtual currency transactions, and file SARs under Canada’s AML/CTF laws
The company failed to register with FINTRAC, did not report large virtual currency transactions over CAD 10,000 with required details, and neglected to file suspicious transaction reports despite reasonable grounds to suspect links to money laundering or terrorist financing. FINTRAC highlighted the case as part of its broader compliance efforts…
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On the web
FX News: Hong Kong SFC seeks court order to freeze assets up to $219M in suspected manipulation of KNT Holdings shares
BBC: Former French President Sarkozy jailed for five years over conspiracy in Gaddafi-linked corruption case
Reuters: Ex-RBC employee charged with fraud and identity theft for allegedly accessing bank accounts of senior officials, including PM Mark Carney
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NCA’s July 2025 SARs Booklet reports freezing £1M+ in suspect deposits, blocking £250K–£400K laundered via shell firms, and seizing student mule accounts transferring £10K–£14K each
NCA reports cases where over £1M in suspicious cash deposits triggered DAML referrals, AFOs and forfeiture of significant assets. It includes multiple examples of money mule detection involving students with rapid deposit‑withdrawal patterns and asset freezing exceeding £10k–£14k. NCA describes drug‑money laundering schemes involving spikes of hundreds of thousands via business accounts…
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