FATF

Compliance, Fund management, Uncategorized

Key pillars of an AML & KYC strategy for fund managers

Private fund managers need to balance a complex range of considerations in their operations – from risk and return on investment (ROI) to long-term investment strategies and compliance with financial regulations. In this article, we outline six key pillars of an AML & KYC strategy that can help fund managers realize their compliance goals.

23 Sep 2022

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As promised following its plenary session in February, the FATF has now released its draft guidance for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) for public consultation.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