Knowledge Base

Compliance, Travel Rule

FATF Releases Updated VASP Guidance for public consultation

As promised following its plenary session in February, the FATF has now released its draft guidance for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) for public consultation. In this article, we take a look at some of the key updates and suggestions.

29 Mar 2021

Cryptocurrency, FATF, Travel Rule

Explaining the FATF Travel Rule

The FATF Travel Rule is set to change the crypto world forever. In this article, we take an in-depth look at the Travel Rule.

23 Apr 2020

COVID-19, KYC, Kyc Chain

How is COVID-19 Impacting KYC?

COVID-19 (also known as the Coronavirus) is having a profound impact on every part of our lives, and KYC is no exception. Businesses are having to digitize at an unprecedented pace. Here’s the full story.

9 Apr 2020

Compliance, Data Protection, GDPR, Regulation

The Biggest GDPR Fines to Date

Since GDPR came into effect, fines for non-compliance are becoming more and more common. Here’s an updated list of the largest fines so far.

9 Mar 2020

AML, Europe

The Russian Laundromat

How was over $20 billion laundered out of Russia over the course of four years? Read the full story of the Russian Laundromat.

6 Mar 2020

AML, Compliance, CTF

A Primer on Adverse Media

We’ve all seen adverse media, also known as negative news, but did you know that is it essential to AML compliance? Here’s everything you need to know.

27 Feb 2020

AML, Compliance, Europe

6AMLD – The Next Big Thing in AML Regulation

As of June 2021, the 6th AML Directive comes into effect in Europe. Get to know the key changes and starting taking the steps towards compliance now.

21 Feb 2020

AML, Compliance, CTF

Transaction Monitoring – What is It and Why Does It Matter?

Transaction monitoring is a vital part of preventing money laundering and terrorist financing. Here’s your comprehensive guide including suspicious activity reports and transaction laundering.

17 Feb 2020