Our extensive knowledge at your fingertips
Latest editions
Search
Topics
- Topics
- Accountability
- AML/CTF
- AML/CTF compliance programme
- Anti-corruption
- Artificial intelligence
- Asset Recovery
- Beneficial Ownership
- Biodiversity
- Bribery & Corruption
- Bribes
- CDD
- Complex structures
- Confiscation & Freezing
- conflict minerals
- Conflict of Interest
- Correspondent Banking
- Corruption
- Counterfeiting
- Crime
- Cross-border finance
- Cryptoassets
- Cryptocurrencies
- Cybercrime
- Data Protection
- Democracy
- Digital assets
- Digitalisation
- Drug Trafficking
- EDD
- Enforcement
- Environmental crime
- ESG
- Ethics
- EU ML Directive
- FCPA
- Financial Crime
- Financial Inclusion & Literacy
- Financial Sanctions
- Fines & Enforcements
- FinTech
- FIU
- Fraud
- Gambling
- Greenwashing
- Human Rights
- Human Trafficking
- Illicit Finance
- Illicit Trafficking
- Information Sharing
- Integrity
- Intellectual property
- Investigations
- kleptocracy
- KYC
- Land justice
- Machine Learning
- Modern Slavery
- Money Laundering (ML)
- NPOs
- Offshore
- Onboarding
- Organised crime
- Other
- Payments
- PEPs
- Proliferation
- Proliferation of WMD
- Public Officials
- Ransomware
- RegTech
- Risk
- Sanctions
- Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR)
- Shell Companies
- Source of wealth & funds
- Stablecoins
- Supervision
- Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
- Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs)
- Tax
- Tax Evasion
- Technology
- Terrorist Financing
- Trade Finance
- Trafficking
- Transaction Monitoring
- Transfers
- Transnational crime
- Transparency
- Travel
- Unexplained Wealth Order
- Virtual Assets
- Virtual currencies
- Whistleblowing
- Wildlife crime
Industry
Organisation
- Organisation
- ABA
- AFME
- Afripol
- AMLP
- APPG
- Asia Pacific Group on Money Laundering
- Atlantic Council
- AUSTRAC
- B20
- BAFIN
- BAFM
- Bank of England
- Basel
- BGC
- BIS
- BMA
- CBUAE
- CCAF
- CFATF
- Charity Commission
- Chatham House
- City of London Police
- CMA
- Companies House
- Corruption Watch
- Council of Europe
- Council of the EU
- CPA
- CPS
- CSSF
- DEA
- Department of Business
- DIT
- EBA
- ECB
- EFCC
- EGBA
- Egmont Group
- EPPO
- ESA
- ESAAMLG
- ESMA
- Eurojust
- European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF)
- European Commission
- European Council
- European Parliament
- European Union (EU)
- Europol
- FATF
- FBI
- FCA
- FCDO
- FCO
- FDIC
- Federal Reserve
- Fenergo
- FIAU
- FinCEN
- FINMA
- FINRA
- FINTRAC
- FIU
- FSA / FCA
- FSB
- FSC
- FSMA
- G20
- G7
- GAFILAT
- Gambling Commission
- GCFCC
- GFI
- GI-TOC
- GIABA
- Global Initiative
- Global Integrity
- Global Witness
- GRECO
- GRETA
- HKMA
- HKSFC
- HM Treasury
- HMCPSI
- HMRC
- Home Office
- House of Commons
- House of Lords
- ICAEW
- ICE
- ICIJ
- ICO
- IDB
- IMF
- Insurance Europe
- Interpol
- IOM FSA
- ISO
- J5
- JFSC
- JMLSG
- Law Commission
- Law Society
- MAS
- MENAFATF
- MONEYVAL
- NAO
- NCA
- NECC
- NED
- Nice Actimize
- NYDFS
- OCC
- OCCRP
- OECD
- OFAC
- OFSI
- OPBAS
- OSCE
- Other
- OTSI
- PNF
- PRA
- project CRAAFT
- PSR
- RBI
- RUSI
- Sayari
- SEBI
- SEC
- SEPA
- SFO
- Spotlight on corruption
- SRA
- Swiss OAG
- Tax Justice Network
- TFG
- TRACE
- Traffic
- Transparency International
- TRNC
- TRP
- UK Finance
- UK Govt
- UKACC
- UN
- UNODC
- US DEA
- Us DoC
- US DoJ
- US DoS
- US Govt
- US Sec
- US Treasury
- USAID
- VISA
- Wall Street Journal
- WCO
- White House
- Wolfsberg
- World Bank
Jurisdiction
- Jurisdiction
- Afghanistan
- Andorra
- Asia
- Australia
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Berlin
- Bermuda
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Bulgaria
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- China
- Colombia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- EU
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Global
- Greece
- Guernsey
- Hong Kong
- India
- Iran
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Israel
- Japan
- Jersey
- Kenya
- Lithuania
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Mauritiania
- Mexico
- Middle East
- Monaco
- Myanmar
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- North Korea
- Norway
- Other
- Poland
- Romania
- Russia
- San Marino
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sudan
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- UAE
- UK
- Ukraine
- US
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
Europol disrupts a Ukrainian-led network exploiting the EU’s temporary protection status for ML and was involved in drug trafficking, tax evasion, and smuggling
The action day, which follows raids conducted in October 2024, saw the arrest of several suspects and the seizure of various criminal assets. In total, the operation, which took place over several months, led to the arrest of 23 suspects, the seizure of EUR 35.7 million in cash, bank accounts and cryptocurrencies as well as 36 vehicles, real estate, watches, and jewellery.
CFATF adopts Fourth Round Mutual Evaluation of Montserrat
Montserrat has strengthened its AML/CFT framework through a National Risk Assessment and policy alignment among Competent Authorities. Financial intelligence efforts were effective but limited by low Suspicious Transaction Reports. Money laundering investigations were mostly reactive, though some prosecutions succeeded. Asset confiscation focused on cash, with limited success in seizing other criminal assets. Terrorist financing risk was deemed low, with minimal monitoring of Non-Profit Organisations.
Europol’s Taskforce dismantles a large-scale drug trafficking network from Colombia to Spain, seizing 7.2 tonnes of cocaine and €6m, while freezing 53 bank accounts
The Spanish Civil Guard supported by Europol busted a large-scale drug trafficking network in an investigation involving Bulgaria, Colombia, Costa Rica and Panama. The suspects were allegedly involved in the reception and wholesale distribution of cocaine across the EU, as well as in money laundering. The sting was coordinated by Europol’s Operational Taskforce…
US DoJ convicts man for conspiracy to commit insurance fraud, ML, filing false tax returns and identity theft
Court documents revealed that Wilson conspired with others to fraudulently obtain over 30 life insurance policies by misrepresenting applicants’ health, wealth, and existing coverage over US $20 million in death benefits. He also defrauded investors to fund premiums on these fraudulent policies and concealed proceeds through multiple bank accounts. Wilson filed false tax returns to hide millions in fraud proceeds…
Reuters: Donald Trump signed an executive order to establish a cryptocurrency working group focused on new regulations and exploring a national crypto stockpile
The order also ensures banking services for crypto firms and bans central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) to prevent competition with cryptocurrencies. Additionally the SEC rescinded a costly crypto asset guidance, responding to industry pressure. The move contrasts sharply with the Biden administration’s crackdown on crypto exchanges, earning praise from the industry…
Home Office’s ‘Evaluation of Clear, Hold, Build: A local response to serious and organised crime’ shows success in reducing acquisitive crime but identifies challenges in tackling illegal drug supply & ML
Clear Hold Build is a place-based operational framework of 3 phases, designed to be deployed flexibly. Clear removes the immediate SOC threats through co-ordinated enforcement work by police and partners to target and disrupt organised crime groups (OCGs) and their spheres of influence through arrests and disruption activity. Hold involves interventions and further disruption activities to consolidate and stabilise the Clear phase, so that remaining OCGs cannot fill the void created. Build involves delivering a whole-system approach through interventions that tackle the drivers of crime and reduce the risk of SOC re-emerging in the future.
FCA reviews firms’ use of the National Fraud Database (NFD) and money mule account detection tools, urging the need for stronger controls
A review of firms’ use of the National Fraud Database (NFD) and detection tools revealed inconsistent reporting and monitoring practices, with some firms failing to report the majority of identified mule cases. The FCA is urging firms to improve data-sharing, enhance real-time checks, and refine detection thresholds to address evolving money laundering risks…
FINTRAC releases a new Operational Alert, Laundering the Proceeds of Illicit Synthetic Opioids, to help businesses detect and report financial transactions linked to fentanyl trafficking
. Developed in collaboration with U.S. and Mexican financial intelligence units, the alert highlights money laundering tactics used by organized crime, including darknet markets, virtual currencies, and trade-based laundering. The initiative supports Project Guardian, a public-private partnership targeting opioid-related money laundering. Since 2018, FINTRAC has issued nearly 1,000 intelligence disclosures, aiding law enforcement in disrupting criminal networks.
Europol pinpoints that criminals hire others to violently resolve drug trade disputes through explosive attacks and kidnappings
German and Dutch law enforcement have launched a successful cross-border operation arresting 23 suspects involved in violent retaliatory acts linked to the illegal drug trade. The operation, which followed a dispute in Cologne, Germany, saw Dutch criminals hired to carry out attacks, including bombings and kidnappings on German soil. The investigation also uncovered disturbing trends, such as the use of minors in criminal activities and a growing…
FINTRAC issues a new alert on ‘Laundering the Proceeds of Illicit Synthetic Opioids,’ to combat the growing threat of deadly illegal drugs and urges FIs to detect suspicious transactions
The alert highlights organized crime’s role in opioid trafficking, focusing on precursor chemicals, darknet markets and virtual currencies. It also bolsters Project Guardian, a public-private initiative targeting ML linked to opioids. FINTRAC’s recent contributions have supported key investigations including a major drug trafficking bust in Alberta showcasing the power of financial intelligence in combating the opioid crisis…
Reuters: Singaporean man was charged on for assisting foreigners in forging documents and falsifying accounts linked to a US$3 billion ML operation
MENAFATF evaluation highlights significant AML/CFT challenges in Djibouti, including limited risk awareness, weak enforcement, poor FI use, low transparency, and inadequate international cooperation
Despite a 2024 national strategy to align with FATF recommendations, implementation of AML/CFT measures in Djibouti remains weak, with insufficient national coordination and a focus on predicate offences over ML/TF-specific cases. Overall, the country requires stronger enforcement, intelligence use, and compliance mechanisms to address its AML/CFT deficiencies effectively…
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10
- 11
- 12
- 13
- 14
- 15
- 16
- 17
- 18
- 19
- 20
- 21
- 22
- 23
- 24
- 25
- 26
- 27
- 28
- 29
- 30
- 31
- 32
- 33
- 34
- 35
- 36
- 37
- 38
- 39
- 40
- 41
- 42
- 43
- 44
- 45
- 46
- 47
- 48
- 49
- 50
- 51
- 52
- 53
- 54
- 55
- 56
- 57
- 58
- 59
- 60
- 61
- 62
- 63
- 64
- 65
- 66
- 67
- 68
- 69
- 70
- 71
- 72
- 73
- 74
- 75
- 76
- 77
- 78
- 79
- 80
- 81
- 82
- 83
- 84
- 85
- 86
- 87
- 88
- 89
- 90
- 91
- 92
- 93
- 94
- 95
- 96
- 97
- 98
- 99
- 100
- 101
- 102
- 103
- 104
- 105
- 106
- 107
- 108
- 109
- 110
- 111
- 112
- 113
- 114
- 115
- 116
- 117
- 118
- 119
- 120
- 121
- 122
- 123
- 124
- 125
- 126
- 127
- 128
- 129
- 130
- 131
- 132
- 133
- 134
- 135
- 136
- 137
- 138
- 139
- 140
- 141
- 142
- 143
- 144
- 145
- 146
- 147
- 148
- 149
- 150
- 151
- 152