Regulatory Focus

Investor Verification and KYC for Blockchain Companies

Investors come in countless shapes, sizes and levels of risk. And while investment is an integral component of the global economy, it nevertheless carries risk for both investors and investees. In this article, we take a look at what an identity verification and enhanced due diligence process for investors can look like using an automated KYC platform.

24 Nov 2023

Regulatory Focus, Regulatory Series

Regulation Focus Series | Article 8: UK and the FCA

As one of the world’s leading financial centers and a global pioneer in the fintech and digital asset spaces, the UK has long been at the forefront of KYC/AML regulation.

In this article, we provide an overview of the UK’s KYC and AML rules — and how businesses operating in the country and regulated by its Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) can navigate and comply with them.

12 Oct 2023

Regulatory Focus, Regulatory Series

Regulation Focus Series | Article 8: The UAE and the CBUAE

The UAE has taken an innovative and transparent approach to FinTech, VASP and crypto regulation, establishing the Emirates as a global center for the broader financial and digital asset industries. In this episode of our Regulatory Focus Series, we take a look at the UAE’s various regulatory authorities and their KYC/AML rules for regulated businesses.

11 Sep 2023

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Regulation Focus Series | Article 7: Australia and AUSTRAC

As a major financial services hub in the Asia Pacific, Australia offers Financial Institutions, VASPs and other financial service companies many reasons to set up shop. Key among these are its forward-thinking AML/CTF regulatory framework.

In this installment of our Regulatory Focus series, we take a look at the country’s key AML, CTF & KYC regulations.

10 Aug 2023

Cryptocurrency, Regulatory Focus

Crypto Regulations Around the World: 2023 Update

As governments around the world start to better understand crypto and its potential implications and applications, more nuanced and complex regulation of the space is gradually becoming the norm. In this installment of our Regulatory Focus Series, we provide an update on the regulatory environment in a selection of the world’s most prominent crypto centers.

7 Jul 2023

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Regulation Focus Series | Article 6: Hong Kong

As one of Asia’s major financial centers, the Special Administrative Region of Hong Kong hosts numerous financial institutions and is a hotbed of digital and blockchain innovation. In this installment of our Regulatory Focus Series, we take a look at the Fragrant Harbour’s financial regulations and AML/KYC requirements for regulated businesses.

21 Jun 2023

Regulation, Regulatory Focus

The UAE issues new AML/CFT guidance for VASPs

As home to one of the world’s leading financial and economic centers, the UAE is an important global player that is forging a proactive and transparent approach to VASP & VA compliance. The country has recently updated its AML/CFT guidance for Licensed Financial Institutions they interact with VASPs and customers who engage with VAs, bringing greater clarity in how authorities will regulate the space.

8 Jun 2023

Regulatory Focus, Regulatory Series

Regulation Focus Series | Article 5: Switzerland & FINMA

While it’s mostly known for being a picturesque, mountainous country with one of the most advanced financial sectors in the world, Switzerland is also home to a dynamic virtual asset space. And although the country may have a reputation for banking secrecy, Swiss financial institutions and VASPs must adhere to strict KYC regulations designed to prevent money laundering and other illegal activities.

18 May 2023

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Regulation Focus Series | Article 4: Singapore and MAS

Singapore is a major global financial hub that is well known for its forward-thinking approach to regulation and business-friendly tax and legal system. The island nation has created some of the world’s most advanced AML/CFT regimes that place robust and effective KYC requirements at their center. For this regulatory focus article, we take a look at what those are and how they can be met with digital KYC solutions.

11 Apr 2023

Regulatory Focus, Regulatory Series, Uncategorized

Regulation Focus Series | Article 3: United States and FinCen

As the world’s largest economy, the US is undoubtedly a global center of financial activity – and it has an advanced compliance regime to go with it. US financial regulations can be complex and are enforced by a number of government agencies, including the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). This article explores what those regulations are and how regulated businesses can comply.

28 Feb 2023

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Regulatory Focus

Investor Verification and KYC for Blockchain Companies

Regulation Focus Series | Article 8: UK and the FCA

Regulation Focus Series | Article 8: The UAE and the CBUAE

Regulation Focus Series | Article 7: Australia and AUSTRAC

Crypto Regulations Around the World: 2023 Update

Regulation Focus Series | Article 6: Hong Kong

The UAE issues new AML/CFT guidance for VASPs

Regulation Focus Series | Article 5: Switzerland & FINMA

Regulation Focus Series | Article 4: Singapore and MAS

Regulation Focus Series | Article 3: United States and FinCen

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