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This week, John and Elliot discuss key outcomes from the June FATF Plenary, OFAC enforcement actions, the DOJ's evolving stance on white collar crime, the ABA's lawsuit challenging executive orders targeting law firms, a request for comment from the US bank regulators on payment and check fraud, and other issues affecting the financial crime prevention community.

Tshidi Madia in for Clement Manyathela speaks to Ismail Momoniat, a technical advisor at National Treasury about the progress made in having South Africa lifted from the greylist. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, Ted Orme-Claye, Viktor Kayed, and Ted Menmuir break down the recent removal of Gibraltar and the UAE from the EU's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) watch list. Viktor, who originally broke the story for SBC News, details why this delisting marks a crucial turning point for these markets. Gibraltar, long regarded as a premier hub for European gaming operators and B2B technology providers, has worked swiftly to address shortcomings flagged by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)—strengthening its AML controls, asset seizure processes, and gambling oversight to restore its market reputation and access to EU business channels.The discussion then shifts to the United Arab Emirates, a fast-emerging player in the global iGaming scene. The UAE's removal from the AML list follows its creation of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), a step towards a legalised and regulated gaming environment in the region. With Wynn Resorts' Ras Al Khaimah project on the horizon, the UAE is positioning itself not just as a potential destination for high-end land-based gaming but also as a future hub for game development, technology platforms, and iGaming investment—serving as a bridge to key Asian markets. However, the three caution against overestimating its immediate impact on broader online gambling in Asia, pointing to the unique complexities of neighboring countries such as China, India, and Japan.This episode highlights why these regulatory shifts are a game-changer for investors, gaming operators, and tech innovators alike. The removal from the EU and FATF “gray lists” reduces financial risk, removes regulatory barriers, and sends a strong signal of market credibility—opening doors for partnerships, funding, and new ventures in both Gibraltar and the UAE. Host: Ted Orme-ClayeGuests: Ted Menmuir & Viktor KayedProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Tehillah Niselow speaks to Ismail Momoniat, Technical Advisor at National TreasurySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephan & Matt discuss the ‘Save Our Wallets' campaign, which aims to protect non-custodial wallets from regulatory challenges posed by the U.S. government. He highlights the legal risks developers face due to broad interpretations of regulations and the potential consequences of future administrations. The importance of advocacy for legislative change, user engagement, and improving user experience in Bitcoin transactions are emphasized. Additionally, the conversation touches on the implications of AML and FATF regulations, the evolution of wallet technologies, and the need for research into Miner Extractable Value (MEV) in Bitcoin. They also discuss various aspects of Bitcoin and Ethereum, focusing on the implications of MEV (Miner Extractable Value), the risks of mining centralization, and the importance of investing in solutions rather than relying on consensus changes. They explore the challenges posed by private order flow, the philosophical differences in Bitcoin development, and the future of Bitcoin Core and node adoption.Takeaways

प्रधानमंत्री मोदी अपना साइप्रस दौरा ख़त्म कर G-7 समिट में शामिल होने के लिए कनाडा रवाना, अहमदाबाद विमान हादसे में जान गंवाने गुजरात के पूर्व CM विजय रूपाणी को दी गई 21 तोपों की सलामी, केंद्र सरकार ने की साल 2027 में जातीय जनगणना कराने की घोषणा, FATF ने की पहलगाम आतंकवादी हमले की कड़ी निंदा, मौसम विभाग ने आज राजस्थान, बिहार, समेत 16 राज्यों में भारी बारिश का अलर्ट जारी किया और इज़रायल ने फिर किया ईरान पर एयरस्ट्राइक. सुनिए रात 9 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें सिर्फ़ 5 मिनट में

Lyudmyla Kozlovska, President, Open Dialogue Foundation discusses the intersection of Bitcoin, human rights, and the weaponization of financial regulations. She highlights the dangers of transnational financial repression, where authoritarian regimes exploit financial action task force (FATF) and anti-money laundering (AML) regulations to target individuals and organizations. The discussion emphasizes the need for privacy protection, legislative change, and active advocacy to safeguard civil liberties in the face of increasing surveillance and repression.Takeaways

Imaginez : Monaco, le célèbre Rocher, paradis des milliardaires, haut lieu de la finance internationale…Mais aujourd'hui, cette image de place sûre et prestigieuse est en train de vaciller. La Commission européenne s'apprête à placer la principauté sur sa liste noire des juridictions à haut risque en matière de blanchiment d'argent et de financement du terrorisme.Tout commence il y a un an, en juin 2024. Le Groupe d'action financière, ou FATF — le grand gendarme mondial de la lutte contre le blanchiment — inscrit Monaco sur sa liste grise. Une liste qui signale des lacunes sérieuses dans le dispositif anti-blanchiment du pays.Le message est clair : malgré des lois adoptées en urgence fin 2022, la mise en œuvre sur le terrain reste insuffisante. Trop peu de contrôles, un suivi lacunaire des transactions suspectes, et des failles dans la traçabilité des fonds.Or, en Europe, cette inscription sur la liste grise du FATF a une conséquence automatique : Bruxelles doit examiner l'opportunité d'inscrire Monaco sur sa propre liste noire, celle des juridictions dites "à haut risque" pour le système financier de l'Union.Et c'est exactement ce qui est en train de se jouer. Les services de la Commission viennent de finaliser leur évaluation. Sauf coup de théâtre, le Parlement européen devrait valider cette inscription d'ici quelques semaines.Les conséquences ? Elles seraient lourdes pour Monaco.D'abord en termes d'image : la principauté rejoindrait des pays comme le Panama ou le Zimbabwe sur cette liste noire, un coup dur pour son prestige.Ensuite, en pratique : toutes les banques et institutions financières européennes seraient tenues de renforcer drastiquement leurs contrôles sur les transactions avec Monaco. Résultat probable : un net ralentissement des flux financiers, un risque de fuite des clients fortunés vers des places perçues comme plus sûres.Pour Monaco, l'enjeu est désormais vital : il faut démontrer, preuves à l'appui, que les réformes ne sont pas seulement cosmétiques mais bel et bien efficaces. Le gouvernement princier accélère les recrutements d'enquêteurs, renforce les capacités de sa cellule de renseignement financier, tente de convaincre Bruxelles qu'il peut encore éviter l'infamie.Mais le temps presse. Et l'Europe, dans un contexte international marqué par la guerre en Ukraine et la multiplication des réseaux criminels transnationaux, entend durcir le ton.Pour le Rocher, le compte à rebours a commencé. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Drop 1: Dubai Real Estate Tokenization on XRPhttps://www.tradingview.com/news/newsbtc:a789acd7a094b:0-xrp-marks-another-milestone-as-dubai-brings-16-billion-in-real-estate-company-to-the-blockchain-details/Drop 2: Bitcoin Ordinals bridges to Cardanohttps://iohk.io/en/newsroom/bitcoin-ordinals-bridged-to-cardano-for-the-first-time-with-bitvmx-protocolDrop 3: Katana for DeFihttps://katana.network/blog/wake-up-samurai-katana-is-hereMore: Circle files for IPO at NYSEhttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/05/27/stablecoin-giant-circle-files-for-ipo-on-nyseGemini report: State of Crypto 2025https://www.gemini.com/state-of-crypto-2025BVNK partners with Worldpay to take stablecoins to 180+ countries https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7333117114507055107/UK FCA Consultation Paper 25/14: Stablecoin issuance and cryptoasset custodyhttps://www.fca.org.uk/publications/consultation-papers/cp25-14-stablecoin-issuance-cryptoasset-custodySEC staking definition: not all staking is a securityhttps://www.sec.gov/newsroom/speeches-statements/statement-certain-protocol-staking-activities-052925Reown allows compliance to FATF travel rule for non-custodial walletshttps://docs.reown.com/appkit/recipes/travel-ruleRebank Stablecoin Practitioner's Guidehttps://www.rebank.cc/stablecoins-the-practitioners-guide-download/Midnight + Outlier Ventureshttps://outlierventures.io/article/pets-accelerator-web3-outlier-midnight/. Redes sociais / comms.. https://blockdropspodcast.xyz/.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin  https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com

Drop 1: Dubai Real Estate Tokenization on XRPhttps://www.tradingview.com/news/newsbtc:a789acd7a094b:0-xrp-marks-another-milestone-as-dubai-brings-16-billion-in-real-estate-company-to-the-blockchain-details/Drop 2: Bitcoin Ordinals bridges to Cardanohttps://iohk.io/en/newsroom/bitcoin-ordinals-bridged-to-cardano-for-the-first-time-with-bitvmx-protocolDrop 3: Katana for DeFihttps://katana.network/blog/wake-up-samurai-katana-is-hereCircle files for IPO at NYSEhttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/05/27/stablecoin-giant-circle-files-for-ipo-on-nyseGemini report: State of Crypto 2025https://www.gemini.com/state-of-crypto-2025BVNK partners with Worldpay to take stablecoins to 180+ countries https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7333117114507055107/UK FCA Consultation Paper 25/14: Stablecoin issuance and cryptoasset custodyhttps://www.fca.org.uk/publications/consultation-papers/cp25-14-stablecoin-issuance-cryptoasset-custodySEC staking definition: not all staking is a securityhttps://www.sec.gov/newsroom/speeches-statements/statement-certain-protocol-staking-activities-052925Reown allows compliance to FATF travel rule for non-custodial walletshttps://docs.reown.com/appkit/recipes/travel-ruleRebank Stablecoin Practitioner's Guidehttps://www.rebank.cc/stablecoins-the-practitioners-guide-download/Midnight + Outlier Ventureshttps://outlierventures.io/article/pets-accelerator-web3-outlier-midnight/. Redes sociais / comms.. https://blockdropspodcast.xyz/.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin  https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com

Hello, and welcome to episode 159 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. In this week's episode, we cover developments in global financial crime enforcement, sanctions policy shifts, and emerging regulatory challenges. In the US, the Treasury has provided sanctions relief for Syria, while the EU has made a parallel decision. Switzerland has proposed an overhaul of money laundering laws, while India is making a diplomatic push for Pakistan's reclassification on the FATF grey list. We look at cybersecurity threats, including OFAC's sanctions on a Philippine firm enabling crypto scams, Europol's efforts to dismantle ATM robbery networks, and Australia's new ransomware payment disclosure law. From corporate transparency controversies in the US to news from the Annual Anti-Money Laundering Centre Conference.A transcript of this podcast, with links to the stories, will be available by Monday at www.crimes.financial.

This week, John and Elliot discuss new Russian sanctions from the Council of the European Union, new UK AML requirements for art dealers, a call to action from FATF, Interpol, and UNODC, AUSTRAC's second public consultation on new AML/CTF rules, an alert from NYDFS about scammers impersonating crypto service providers, and other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Dhruv Rathee is over-rated af1:30 Dhruv Rathee is only covering India's perspective4:50 Narendra Modi; Butcher of Gujrat and Hindutva Terrorism14:15 Ask questions from India and not repeat Godi Media16:07 Should Canada also bomb India now?18:28 Dhruv only presented Godi Media as evidence22:04 Civilians died on both sides25:18 Dhruv Rathee did not show journalistic integrity31:50 India supporting the Taliban34:26 India wants nothing to do with Pakistan and Bangladesh?36:06 India is involved in Balochistan 38:28 America supported the Mujahideen39:37 State sponsored terrorism41:40 OBL43:09 Kyon India attack karta?46:00 FATF, Funerals and Terrorism 57:00 Hinduism and Terrorism

Hello, and welcome to episode 157 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. In this week's episode, the UK's OFSI has published a blog post after it issued its first penalty for failing to respond to a statutory Request for Information, reinforcing compliance expectations. Meanwhile, Mozambique has met FATF requirements for removal from the grey list, signalling progress in financial transparency. The FCA continues its crackdown on insider trading, warning against strategic leaks in mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, Europol has dismantled a multimillion-euro investment scam, recovering assets and securing arrests across multiple jurisdictionsA transcript of this podcast, with links to the stories, will be available by Monday at www.crimes.financial.

This episode Sarah must pick from Slugs (1988) Dir by Juan Paquer Simón, Night of the Creeps (1986) Dir by Fred Dekker and Slither (2006) Dir by James Gunn. Also Carlos ponders the age old question of Man or Bear? TW: Italian defamation, slug slander and hodophobia.Music by Karl Casey

Mattman got a new pig, a boar, so when we eatin him? HA Facebook Fussin, send your Fussins to theriseguys@aol.com Headlines with a whole town getting high thanks to the cops

Matt Bisanz interviews Ross Delston, a financial crime compliance expert and former FDIC attorney. They discuss his views on the trends we should expect to see in financial crimefighting and AML compliance over the next few years, as well as what that means for the FATF review of the US AML regime in 2026.

Episode #68 with Chad Olsen and Mark Nuttal

Hello, and welcome to episode 154 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. This week's edition looks at global developments in financial crime enforcement, sanctions, and regulatory updates. We explore the Yemen International Bank's response to US sanctions, new measures targeting Iranian LPG facilitators, and adjustments to UK sanctions on Syria. Additionally, we look at the evolving landscape of anti-money laundering compliance, including responses from the American Bankers Association and the Institute of International Finance to the FATF's proposed reforms. Fraud remains a critical concern, with fresh insights into identity fraud risks, SEC actions against crypto-related schemes, and new legislative moves tackling cybercrime and financial fraud in the UK. We also highlight the latest trends in bribery, corruption, and market abuse—including China's crackdown on a senior anti-corruption official, Germany's financial sector enforcement, and the UK Serious Fraud Office's new self-reporting framework. Finally, we assess cybersecurity risks, legislative shifts on SIM farms, and broader regulatory efforts aimed at reinforcing financial integrity worldwide. A transcript of this podcast, with links to the stories, will be available by Monday at www.crimes.financial.

Episode #67 with Nigel Morris-Cotterill, Oonagh van den Berg and Malcolm NanceIn this episode of Regulatory Ramblings, the panel tackles the Trump administration's controversial move to suspend enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)—a key anti-money laundering (AML) initiative passed under the Biden administration. The decision, announced by the U.S. Treasury Department in early March, stated that it would halt all penalties and fines associated with beneficial ownership information reporting under current regulatory deadlines. Crucially, it also confirmed that no penalties would apply even after forthcoming rule changes take effect—effectively dismantling the mechanism meant to expose the real owners of shell companies.The net result: the U.S. government will no longer require shell companies to disclose their beneficial owners, allowing wealthy individuals and corporations to hide their profits from public scrutiny. The CTA, passed in 2021, had required companies to submit ownership data to FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network) as a means to tackle tax evasion and corporate cronyism. The rule's enforcement had already been frozen by a federal court order. Reacting to the Treasury's announcement, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social, calling the CTA “an absolute disaster for Small Businesses Nationwide” and celebrating the suspension of what he described as “the economic menace” of beneficial ownership reporting.This episode's Spotlight segment features returning guest Nigel Morris-Cotterill, a renowned expert in counter-money laundering and financial crime compliance. He breaks down why the term “beneficial ownership” is a legal misnomer in corporate law and argues that the CTA was always set up to fail—especially in a country like the U.S. that has historically resisted full FATF compliance. Nigel discusses how this rollback affects compliance expectations in Asia-Pacific financial hubs like Hong Kong and Singapore, stressing that legal and compliance professionals in the region must remain vigilant. He also cautions that the rollback creates tension between U.S. and local AML standards, while selective extraterritorial enforcement by the U.S. is all but guaranteed.Joining the discussion, Malcolm Nance and Oonagh Van den Berg weigh in on the global implications of the move. They explore whether this rollback represents a temporary pause for regulatory review or a tectonic shift in the U.S.'s approach to corporate accountability, transparency, and AML enforcement. Oonagh underscores that while the CTA imposed real burdens on SMEs, the abandonment of enforcement could signal a broader retreat from anti-corruption efforts—especially as the Trump administration also moves to suspend the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and disband units focused on fighting kleptocracy.Together, the panel explores pressing questions: Will deregulation lead to more illicit finance? Is this the start of a new multipolar world order where financial crime enforcement becomes political and transactional? They touch on how trade-based money laundering, sanctions evasion, and the exploitation of legacy systems like hawala continue to pose massive risks to financial systems.The conversation ends with a consensus that blanket deregulation is not the answer. Instead, they call for smarter, more risk-based, tech-enabled regulation that moves beyond box-ticking and uses modern tools—like AI and data analytics—to target the real threats. It's a sobering yet thought-provoking discussion on what may be the beginning of a global recalibration in financial crime compliance.HKU FinTech is the leading fintech research and education in Asia. Learn more at www.hkufintech.com.

Hello, and welcome to episode 152 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. This week's episode covers a range of topics, including sanctions, money laundering, fraud, bribery, corruption, market abuse, and cybercrime. Highlights include new sanctions imposed by the US and China, updates on anti-money laundering reforms in Switzerland, and significant fraud investigations in the EU and US. The episode also discusses the UK's first conviction for breaching Russia-related sanctions, Nigeria's potential exit from the FATF grey list, and the increasing threats posed by AI-powered cyber-attacks. Additionally, it features insights into the use of emerging technologies in combating corruption and the challenges faced by Companies House in enforcing economic crime penalties.A transcript of this podcast, with links to the stories, will be available by Monday at www.crimes.financial.

Hello, and welcome to episode 150 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. The sanctions news this week brings new designations from the US and UK, as well as a host of amendments to designations and licences in the UK. The money laundering news brings a Hawala warning from HMRC in the UK, and of the need for public-private collaboration from the FATF. On bribery and corruption news, the UNDP has updated on its collaborative efforts in Samoa, and the OECD puts Belgium into the spotlight on its implementation of the OECD Convention. On market abuse news, challenges against conviction in the LIBOR-rigging convictions, and there is a round-up of other financial crime news and a little cybercrime news.A transcript of this podcast, with links to the stories, will be available by Monday at www.crimes.financial.

This week, John and Elliot discuss the 2024 Annual Report from ICIJ, OCCRP's reporting on the UK's enhanced enforcement activities, FATF's Second Public Consultation on Recommendation 16, the Basel Institute on Governance's Project Falcon, the New Zealand national risk assessment, and other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

The challenges of “knowing” your counterparty, beneficial ownership, and using data-driven tools to attack financial crime are global goals. In this conversation, Kyckr COO Steve Lamb discusses the BO landscape, corporate registries, FATF guidance, and how verification is a key AML-related tool.

In this episode, Stephan Levera interviews Ethan from Bitaroo, discussing the current state of Bitcoin in Australia, regulatory challenges, the importance of self-custody, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency exchanges. They explore the implications of regulations like the FATF and AFSL, the role of banks in facilitating or hindering Bitcoin transactions, and the need for consumer protection and self-responsibility in the crypto space. The conversation also touches on proof of reserves and market trends influencing Bitcoin adoption.Takeaways

This week, John and Elliot discuss the results of the February FATF Plenary, GAO reports on BOI, and Assessing Progress on Countering Criminal Activity, new sanctions issued by the UK and EU against Russia, the latest on the requirement to file BOI with FinCEN, priorities of the Acting Comptroller of the Currency, and other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

This evening we look at the markets with Makwe Fund Managers, we speak to Sasol about its latest financial results, and Ninety One joins us to discuss common investor mistakes and how you can mitigate them. We also discuss the Financial Action Task Force's progress in getting SA of the grey list, and speak to Recharged.co.za about recent cell phone releases and why South Africans pay so much more for these devices. SAfm Market Update - Podcasts and live stream

This week, John and Elliot discuss remarks by the president of the Basel Institute on Governance on its new priorities in addressing corruption, environment, and climate challenges. They also reviewed the FATF 2023-2024 Report, new expectations from the FCA on fraud reimbursements, progress on the EU's new anti-corruption legislation, congressional hearings on debanking, turmoil at the FBI, and other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

This week, John and Elliot discuss FDIC's recission of job offers to 200 new examiners, an alert about check fraud through theft of US mail, an announcement that Belize is the most compliant with FATF's 40 recommendations, FINTRAC's operational alert about Laundering the proceeds of illicit synthetic opioids, the Senate Banking Committee's inquiry into debanking, and other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

In this episode, Susie Ward discusses her advocacy for Bitcoin in the UK, focusing on media misrepresentation and regulatory challenges. She critiques the BBC's negative coverage of Bitcoin, highlighting the importance of accurate information and the impact of misinformation on public perception.  The conversation then shifts to the FATF travel rule, exploring its implications for privacy and the ineffectiveness of traditional financial regulations in combating money laundering. Susie emphasizes the need for a better understanding of Bitcoin's technology and the dangers of overregulation.  Susie and Stephan also discuss the implications of compliance and regulation on Bitcoin adoption, the dangers of debanking, and the political divides affecting financial freedom. The discussion highlights the need for better understanding and education around Bitcoin and the potential risks of centralized control over financial systems. Takeaways

Namibië was gasheer van die vergadering van die Finansiële Aksie Taakmag, FATF, se gesamentlike groep vir Afrika in Windhoek van 6 tot 11 Januarie. Dit is bygewoon deur hoëvlak-afvaardigings van 11 Afrika-lande, taakmagverteenwoordigers en streeksliggame. Lande op die taakmag se gryslys het vorderingsopdaterings oor die aanspreek van strategiese tekortkominge in hul aksieplanne aangebied. Namibië het ook sy eerste verpligte verslag voorgelê. Bryan Eiseb, die direkteur van die Finansiële Intelligensiesentrum, gee meer inligting.

In this conversation, OpnState shares his journey from a disillusioned banker to a policy advisor focused on compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) laws. He discusses the complexities of financial regulations, the erosion of individual rights, and the impact of global standard-setting bodies like the FATF on national sovereignty. OpnState emphasizes the presumption of guilt in financial transactions and the challenges posed by compliance culture, while also addressing the future of self-hosted wallets and the potential for pushback against globalist interests.  Stephan & OpnState also discuss the dangers of delegating self-sovereignty to political figures and the compliance mindset that has permeated society. There is a need to explore cultural change, legal and political paths to challenge the FATF, and the importance of creating alternative systems; this could be achieved through individual responsibility. Takeaways

Whether it is seizing restaurants, hotels, cars or Bitcoin, our guest, Joanna Summers, Chief Recovery Officer of Asset Reality, has done it all with over a decade of experience working in both the public and private sector on complex asset forfeitures. In this episode, Ian Andrews (CMO at Chainalysis) speaks to Joanna about developing asset forfeiture programs for countries all over the world and working with the Asset Reality team on their new platform to streamline the asset seizure process. Joanna shares her history at the US Marshal Service Asset Forfeiture Division and how cryptocurrency slowly started to play a bigger role in investigations and seizures, including major cases like Silk Road. This episode was originally published on February 27, 2024 and we have recorded some recent updates from Joanna Summers on the latest crypto scams, FATF's 2025 asset recovery initiatives, and Asset Reality's exciting new training programs and partnerships. Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | The role of asset forfeiture and the process of seizing and selling complex assets 6 | Joanna's first encounter with cryptocurrency during 2013 Silk Road investigation 9 | Joining Asset Reality and helping countries improve their asset forfeiture programs 13 | The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) focus on global asset recovery 17 | The digital asset recovery procedures and importance of moving crypto quickly into law enforcement controlled wallets 20 | Updated: FATF's asset recovery priorities for 2025 22 | The emergence of pig butchering scams and how to protect consumers 26 | Joanna's role as an ambassador for the Association for Women in Crypto 29 | Updated: New Crypto Crimes including: address poisoning, typo squatting and clipboard hijacking 32 | Updated: Taxbit Partnership and crypto recovery outlook for 2025 Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: The Future of Seized Assets: Asset Reality is the seized asset management platform Publication: Amendments to the FATF Standards to Strengthen Global Asset Recovery News: Asset Reality Integrates with Fireblocks for Digital Asset Custody Partnership: Asset Reality and Taxbit Partner to Enhance Digital Asset Seizure and Management Website: The association for  WOMEN IN CRYPTO learn. network. advocate. Blog: 2025 Crypto Crime Report Preview: $2.2 Billion Stolen from Crypto Platforms in 2024, but Hacked Volumes Stagnate Toward Year-End as DPRK Slows Activity Post-July YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Tik Tok: Building trust in #blockchains among people, businesses, and governments. Telegram: Chainalysis on Telegram  Speakers on today's episode Ian Andrews * Host * (Chief Marketing Officer, Chainalysis)  Joanna Summers (Chief Recovery Officer, Asset Reality)  This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material.  Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. 

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In this month's episode, a special double episode, Chris Capewell, Patrick Head, Michelle Bailey and Jennifer Parsons provide updates on Beneficial Ownership, Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and economic substance. They also discuss the Department for International Tax Cooperation (DITC) enforcement, annual registration fees as well as year-end reminders.Speakers:Chris Capewell, Partner | +1 345 814 5666 | chris.capewell@maples.com | View bioPatrick Head | Partner | +1 345 814 5377 | patrick.head@maples.com | View BioMichelle Bailey | Senior Vice President - Head of Cayman AEOI | +1 345 814 5711 | Michelle.Bailey@maples.com | View bioJennifer Parsons | Professional Support Lawyer | +1 345 814 5429 | jennifer.parsons@maples.com | View BioResources:Click here for Episode 16 Presentation slidesRelated Services:Maples Group Regulatory and Financial Services AdvisoryWith a depth of experience across all regulated sectors, the Maples Group Regulatory and Financial Services team is positioned to address client needs and sensitivities. We have the largest dedicated Cayman Islands Regulatory and Financial Services team in the offshore market.Follow Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maplesgroup/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maplesgroup/Twitter: https://twitter.com/maplesgroupFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/maplesgroup/Website: https://maples.com/15-15

This week, John and Elliot discuss the outcomes of the October FATF Plenary, a recent investigative report about former government officials giving advice on sanctions compliance, the US Treasury's National Strategy on Financial Inclusion, FINTRAC's recent bulletin on the risks of Canadian lawyers not having to comply with AML rules, and several other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

Campaigning for change can feel like banging your head against a brick wall sometimes, but change is coming. On the Taxcast this month host Naomi Fowler talks us through three big tax justice wins:  First, the draft UN convention - showing exactly why the United Nations is so much better and more democratic a place for the world to truly reform international tax rules. Second, the Financial Action Task force has announced important changes which indicate a shift away from the colonial mindset that established a system that's not working because it fails to hold the really big offender nations to account. And third, the Australian government seems to be holding its nerve against major lobbying pressure and is getting closer to implementing its world leading country by country reporting legislation, which is superior to the one the European Union uses and the OECD advocates. It'll cast light on the genuine activities of multinationals for other nations as well, so they can tax them more fairly too. Featuring:  Alex Cobham and Florencia Lorenzo of the Tax Justice Network Mark Zirnsak of Tax Justice Network Australia Further reading: Transcript of the show (some is automated) https://podcasts.taxjustice.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transcript_Taxcast_Oct_24.pdf  UN convention draft resolution https://undocs.org/A/C.2/79/L.8 FATF changes its grey listing criteria to further focus on risk https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/Fatfgeneral/FATF-grey-listing-criteria.html Bahamas attorney general leads Global South's push for UN tax cooperation deal https://www.batimes.com.ar/news/world/bahamas-ag-leads-global-south-push-for-un-tax-cooperation-deal.phtml  Ten Truths about Tax Havens: Inclusion and the "Liberia" Problem https://brooklynworks.brooklaw.edu/faculty/1287/ Global civil society calls on Australian senators to hold firm and deliver corporate tax transparency https://taxjustice.net/press/global-civil-society-calls-on-australian-senators-to-hold-firm-and-deliver-corporate-tax-transparency/  Our website with further information is here: https://podcasts.taxjustice.net/production/taxcast/ 

This week, John and Elliot discuss remarks by the US Attorney for Puerto Rico, the UK's FCA's warning to “finfluencers” about not promoting scams on social media platforms, the OCC's action against Axiom Bank for AML program problems, an interview with the new FATF president, and several other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

Host Tom Keatinge sits down with CFS Associate Fellow Stephen Reimer and international lawyer Ishita Chakrabati to discuss how authoritarian regimes are abusing the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards. Drawing on insights from a two-year RUSI study, this episode analyses how the FATF standards, which aim to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing, are being exploited by authoritarian regimes to silence dissent. With the FATF gearing up for its upcoming plenary in Paris, the findings in our recent report emphasise the urgent need for the FATF to address these abuses and for the international community to take action to ensure the standards are used as originally intended.

Іван Ус, головний консультант Центру зовнішньополітичних досліджень Національного інституту стратегічних досліджень, кандидат економічних наук, на Radio NV, про те, чи буде внесена Росія до чорного списку Міжнародної групи з протидії відмиванню брудних грошей, чому світ досі не готовий жити без Росії, чому Бразилія запросила до себе Путіна, чи буде реформовані наддержавні світові інституції для ефективнішої роботи та гарантування міжнародного порядку, як FATF повинна впливати на експорт технологій до Росії, чи може ця організація вводити санкції проти порушників, за що Росію хочуть внести в чорний список, коли економіка Росії перестане бути спроможною фінансувати війну та чи поставила Росія на карту вже все, щоб вбити Україну Ведучий – Дмитро Тузов

In this episode, host Tom Keatinge speaks with Dr Marcus Pleyer, former FATF president, about his role in shaping global financial crime policies and EU anti-money laundering efforts. They explore Marcus's professional journey, from a small corner of Germany's Ministry of Finance to leading the country's successful bid to host the EU's Anti-Money Laundering Authority. The conversation delves into the initiatives Marcus championed at the FATF, including the push for using technology in the fight against financial crime and the importance of a risk-based approach in FATF evaluations.

This week, John and Elliot discuss a release from the G7 on preventing the evasion of Russian sanctions and export controls, reported payments for Yevgeny Prigozhin made through Western banks, FATF's report on its recent mutual evaluation of India, the Financial Conduct Authority's recent insights on fraud, and several other items impacting the financial crime prevention community.

Report by Financial Action Task Force highlights long-pending trials & shows India hasn't adapted to updated practices to prevent misuse of non-profit organisations in terrorist financing.  

John and Elliot discuss several developments impacting the financial crime community this week. These include FATF's Horizontal Review of Gatekeepers' Technical Compliance Related to Corruption, remarks by US Treasury Under Secretary Nelson at the Pacific Banking Forum, a new IRS warning on identity theft, and other items.

This week, John and Elliot discuss several developments impacting the financial crime community. These include the results of the recent FATF Plenary, a new statement from the Wolfsberg Group on effective monitoring for suspicious activity, the proposed rule from FinCEN to strengthen and modernize AML/CFT programs, and other items.

This week, the US State Department issued its 2024 Trafficking Persons Report, the EU imposed additional sanctions against Russia, the OCCRP shared the content of an interview with the outgoing FATF president about the impact of Dubai Unlocked on the FATF's assessment of Dubai, and OFAC announced sanctions on the elements of an Iranian shadow banking system. John and Elliot discuss these reports and other items and their meaning for the financial crime compliance community.

AMLRS Advisory Board member and former OSFI official shares his expert views on changes and challenges for AML in 2024.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from the booming market for tokenized U.S. Treasury debt to the Financial Action Task Force calling for crypto regulation.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as data tracked by 21.co shows $1.08 billion in Treasury notes has been tokenized through public blockchains. Plus, a new report from broker Canaccord Genuity gives bullish predictions on bitcoin, and the Financial Action Task Force calls for more jurisdictions to regulate crypto.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.