FATF

Aml And Kyc Tool, Precious metals and stones

Precious metals, NFTs and KYC compliance

The precious metals market has a history stretching back thousands of years. More recently, innovative businesses have been finding ways to use modern technology to optimize and improve this age-old asset class. In this article, we take a look at how some innovative projects and companies are using blockchain technology to back ownership of precious metals – and how Automated KYC is being used to make the sector more secure against fraud and threat of money laundering.

19 Jan 2023

DeFi, KYC Technology

Is KYC needed for DeFi? The Ultimate Guide for DeFi KYC

Global financial authorities look set on extending the regulatory net to include DeFi platforms and services. In this article, we explore how KYC technology can be used to ensure actors in the DeFi space remain compliant within a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

24 Apr 2021

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As promised following its plenary session in February, the FATF has now released its draft guidance for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) for public consultation.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

Compliance Software, Regulation

The FATF announces updated VASP guidance

At the end of February the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) outlined a range of new measures and updates aimed at strengthening its Strategic Initiatives, with particular attention paid to VASPs.

11 Mar 2021

Compliance, Cryptocurrency, FATF, Regulation, Travel Rule

FATF Travel Rule for VASPs: Challenges and Next Steps

In June 2019, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) updated its Travel Rule to include VASPs. A year on, VASPs and national regulators still face many challenges in implementing the Recommendation. However, positive steps have been taken to help bring the growing sector into the regulatory fold of the broader financial industry.

18 Sep 2020

Compliance

Ireland Finally Adopts 5AMLD: What Now for Crypto Companies?

Ireland has finally transposed 5AMLD into its national law. This means the country’s Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) will be treated and regulated just like traditional financial institutions – posing both challenges and opportunities for the nascent industry.

10 Sep 2020