Podcasts about terrorist financing

Phil Cotter, Chief Executive Officer, SmartsearchEarlier this year, the UK's HM Treasury published its consultation on improving the effectiveness of the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations. New rules will inevitably follow – the clock is ticking on that. While we may welcome improved clarity, it will also mean a higher regulatory burden. Staying compliant with constantly changing regulation is a pressing challenge. Smartsearch specialises in providing digital compliance solutions for regulated businesses in the UK. Robin Amlôt of IBS Intelligence speaks to the company's CEO, Phil Cotter.

“It's going to be pivotal for us to keep up with where criminals are going”In this episode, Aidan and Kristen explore the future direction of cryptocurrency compliance.Kristen shares her perspective on the international effectiveness of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the challenges of implementing the travel rule, and the significance of sanctions in asset recovery to combat financial crime. They also explore the role of stablecoins in the evolving financial landscape, the potential use of AI by criminals and the implications of this technology for compliance professionals. Timestamps03:00 Kristen's background in cross-sector compliance07:00 Scrutiny on crypto companies and enforcement actions10:30 The influence and challenges of FATF in financial regulation22:30 Future of crypto enforcement and stablecoins in the US28:30 The complexities of managing frozen and sanctioned assets34:00 The future of AI in compliance and fraud detection37:30 Positivity in financial crime complianceResources MentionedKristen Hecht on LinkedIn Association of Women in Cryptocurrency (AWIC)MoonbergFATF's report on global implementation of Recommendation 15Seize & Desist E2 with FATF's former Executive Secretary David LewisAsset Reality supports the creation of The Seychelles first asset management unit (AMU)OneCoin Defendant Granted Bail pending Appeal | CoinpaperUNODC Report: Casinos, Money Laundering, Underground Banking, and Transnational Organized Crime in East and Southeast Asia: A Hidden and Accelerating ThreatAbout our GuestKristen Hecht brings a wealth of expertise from her long career in financial crime prevention and compliance. For several years, she worked closely with the US Treasury Department as a Senior Advisor in the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes (OFAC) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), before transitioning to the private sector, where she developed regulatory frameworks for financial crimes at HSBC China, Meta, and Binance.Kristen is also a regional ambassador for the Association of Women in Cryptocurrency in France and the San Francisco Bay Area, an advisor for compliance and regulatory matters at DeFi startup Moonberg, and the Chief Compliance Officer for an undisclosed project that is currently in Stealth Mode.DisclaimerOur podcasts are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, and/or investment advice. Listeners must consult their own advisors before making decisions on the topics discussed. Asset Reality has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material.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 Asset Reality employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. Asset Reality 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 Asset Reality.

"...expos(ing) the activities of dictators and human rights abusers, while sharing stories of those doing good around the world."   We're on Patreon! Join the community: https://www.patreon.com/politicsandreligion   It would mean so much if you could leave us a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics    Hagar Hajjar Chemali is a YouTube host and creator of “Oh My World!” which covers the major world news of the week in an easy-to-understand and entertaining way.  Hagar is also an adjunct professor at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs and a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council's GeoEconomics Center. She writes on national security and is featured regularly as a guest expert on MSNBC, CNN, BBC, Bloomberg, and one of our favorites, Politicology. Prior to all this, Hagar was Director of Communications and Spokesperson for the U.S. Mission to the United Nations under President Obama, Spokesperson for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Director for Syria and Lebanon at the National Security Council at the White House, and she was a Senior Policy Advisor on Asia, and Policy Advisor on the Middle East in the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes at the U.S. Treasury. But the most important thing you need to know about Hagar is that she, her 3 kids and her dad are excellent dancers!   01:24 Guest Introduction: Hagar Hajjar Chemali  02:00 Hagar's Work and Background  04:32 The Crush List and Zeitouna  08:58 Civil Dialogue and Empathy  18:01 Navigating Media and Information  23:18 Columbia Protests and Student Engagement  43:28 Sanctions and Counter Illicit Finance  48:02 Global Economic Concerns  49:52 Ukraine Conflict: A Long-Term Struggle  52:09 The Role of U.S. Leadership  55:52 Transnational Repression and Authoritarianism  01:05:13 Mentorship and Career Reflections  01:19:06 The Importance of Diverse Perspectives  01:30:39 Conclusion and Future Conversations   You can also find Corey on all the socials @coreysnathan such as www.threads.net/@coreysnathan.   Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.   Very grateful for our sponsor Meza Wealth Management. Reach out to Jorge and his team: www.mezawealth.com   https://youtube.com/@ohmyworldshow   https://www.instagram.com/geekoutwithhagar   https://www.instagram.com/ohmyworldshow/

"...expos(ing) the activities of dictators and human rights abusers, while sharing stories of those doing good around the world."   We're on Patreon! Join the community: https://www.patreon.com/politicsandreligion   It would mean so much if you could leave us a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics    Hagar Hajjar Chemali is a YouTube host and creator of “Oh My World!” which covers the major world news of the week in an easy-to-understand and entertaining way.  Hagar is also an adjunct professor at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs and a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council's GeoEconomics Center. She writes on national security and is featured regularly as a guest expert on MSNBC, CNN, BBC, Bloomberg, and one of our favorites, Politicology. Prior to all this, Hagar was Director of Communications and Spokesperson for the U.S. Mission to the United Nations under President Obama, Spokesperson for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Director for Syria and Lebanon at the National Security Council at the White House, and she was a Senior Policy Advisor on Asia, and Policy Advisor on the Middle East in the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes at the U.S. Treasury. But the most important thing you need to know about Hagar is that she, her 3 kids and her dad are excellent dancers!   01:24 Guest Introduction: Hagar Hajjar Chemali  02:00 Hagar's Work and Background  04:32 The Crush List and Zeitouna  08:58 Civil Dialogue and Empathy  18:01 Navigating Media and Information  23:18 Columbia Protests and Student Engagement  43:28 Sanctions and Counter Illicit Finance  48:02 Global Economic Concerns  49:52 Ukraine Conflict: A Long-Term Struggle  52:09 The Role of U.S. Leadership  55:52 Transnational Repression and Authoritarianism  01:05:13 Mentorship and Career Reflections  01:19:06 The Importance of Diverse Perspectives  01:30:39 Conclusion and Future Conversations   You can also find Corey on all the socials @coreysnathan such as www.threads.net/@coreysnathan.   Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.   Very grateful for our sponsor Meza Wealth Management. Reach out to Jorge and his team: www.mezawealth.com   https://youtube.com/@ohmyworldshow   https://www.instagram.com/geekoutwithhagar   https://www.instagram.com/ohmyworldshow/

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“As long as you have these continued gaps in the global regulatory framework around crypto, it's…too easy for criminals to launder funds.”In this episode, recorded on April 30th, Aidan and David discuss everything from his early encounters with crypto and his journey into the space to the insights on the evolution of crypto crime shared in his book, ‘The Crypto Launderers'.Together, they explore the different regulatory approaches to digital money laundering, shed light on why crypto transactions get so much attention from regulators and speculate on the exciting future of cryptocurrency investigations, including the impact of emerging technologies like the metaverse and artificial intelligence.Timestamps03:30 - An Accidental Journey into Cryptocurrency Compliance05:00 - Understanding Anti-Money Laundering Measures in Finance09:30 - Cryptocurrency Regulation in an Evolving Industry12:00 - Regulatory Compliance as a Competitive Advantage15:00 - Balancing Compliance Costs with Anti-Money Laundering20:00 - Global Disparities in Cryptocurrency Regulation21:00 - The Complex Evolution of Cryptocurrency in Illicit Finance25:00 - Blockchain: The Immutable Ledger of Cryptocurrency Transactions30:00 - Evolving Tactics in Cryptocurrency Crime and Law Enforcement35:00 - The Future of Global Money Laundering Prevention37:00 - Evolving Challenges in International Law EnforcementResources Mentioned:The Crypto Launderers: Crime and Cryptocurrencies from the Dark Web to DeFi and Beyond: Amazon.co.uk: Carlisle, David Elliptic's Crypto Regulatory Affairs BriefingElliptic's BlogRUSI's Center for Financial Crime and Security StudiesAbout our Guest:David Carlisle wears many hats: he's the Vice President of Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Elliptic, an Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)'s Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies (CFS) and the Author of “The Crypto Launderers: Crime and Cryptocurrencies from the Dark Web to DeFi and Beyond”.As a former Policy Advisor to the US Treasury's Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes, David is a respected authority on the intersection of cryptocurrency crime, technology and public policy. He regularly shares his expertise on digital money laundering, regulatory compliance frameworks and sanctions compliance with major media outlets to help shed light on this intricate subject.DisclaimerOur podcasts are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, and/or investment advice. Listeners must consult their own advisors before making decisions on the topics discussed. Asset Reality has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material.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 Asset Reality employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. Asset Reality 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 Asset Reality.

"In a way, if you were a juror on this case, you got educated on cryptocurrency, terrorist financing, and also the Syrian Civil War." - Edward Burns In this episode, Ian Andrews (CMO, Chainalysis) has a full house as he speaks to several key members of the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, including the District Attorney, Alvin Bragg, the Assistant District Attorney, Edward Burns and the Chief of the Counterterrorism Unit, David Stuart.  As well as Dan Heesemann, Intelligence Research Specialist at the NYPD. The team discusses a fascinating case involving cryptocurrency and terrorism financing and shares how they were able to uncover an individual sending money to a terrorist group in Syria and planning violent attacks on American soil. They walk through the challenges of presenting technical evidence in court and the surprising defense strategy used by the defendant. This gripping episode sheds light on the intersection of crime, cryptocurrency, and counterterrorism efforts and the persistence and collaboration law enforcement and the District Attorney's office have to utilize in order to bring these criminals to justice.  Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 | Background of the public sector guests and their entrance into cryptocurrency     4 | The People  vs. Victoria Jacobs: The cryptocurrency terrorist financing case 9 | Unveiling the terrorist financier's intent and tactics 14 | The elusive Salman Belarusi: Operational security mastermind 18 | Simplifying cryptocurrency for jury understanding 20 | Terrorism, cryptocurrency and the Syrian Conflict 22 | Jury deliberates for hours and finds the defendant guilty on all counts  25 | Manhattan DA, Alvin Bragg explains provides an update on sentencing and closure in case Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Manhattan District Attorney's Office: One Standard of Justice for All Website: New York City Police Department (NYPD) is the largest and one of the oldest municipal police departments in the United States Press Release: Victoria Jacobs Sentenced To 18 Years In Prison For Using Cryptocurrency To Fund Syrian-Based Terrorist Groups; Launder Supporters' Contributions Registration: Digital premiere of Links 2024 (NYC Main Stage Content and more - Register Now!) Report -  Crypto Investigations: Blockchain Intelligence for Law Enforcement (Available Now) 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) Alvin Bragg (District Attorney, Manhattan District Attorney's Office) Edward Burns (Assistant District Attorney, Manhattan District Attorney's Office) David Stuart (Chief of the Counterterrorism Unit, Manhattan District Attorney's Office) Dan Heesemann (Intelligence Research Specialist, NYPD) 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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“The speed at which this happens is faster than anything we've seen before.”In this episode, Seize & Desist host Aidan Larkin is joined by Jarod Koopman, the Executive Director of Cyber and Forensic Services at IRS Criminal Investigations.As the only federal law enforcement agency to focus completely on fighting financial crimes, IRS Criminal Investigations has seized more digital assets than any other agency in the world. Aidan and Jarod discuss the secret to IRS-CI's status as a world leader in digital currency investigations, the reliability of blockchain analytics data in court and the lasting impact of asset seizures on criminal behaviour.Jarod shares his thoughts on the legitimacy of cryptocurrency transactions, the necessary compliance guidelines, and the parallels between Brazilian jiu-jitsu and cryptocurrency investigations.Timestamps01:00 - IRS's Expertise in Cybercrime and Asset Seizures05:30 - Unveiling the Success Behind Major Investigations07:00 - Revolutionizing Transactional Analysis with Blockchain Tools11:30 - Collaborative Innovation in Cybercrime Investigations13:30 - Evaluating FATF's Effectiveness in Asset Recovery16:00 - Balancing Privacy and Crime Prevention19:30 - Explaining Cryptocurrency Mixers and Blockchain Laundering20:00 - Legitimate Uses of Cryptocurrency Amongst the Illicit Activity25:30 - The Impact of Asset Seizure in Fighting Crime30:00 - Law Enforcement and the Evolving Digital Landscape33:00 - Fostering Resilience and Innovation36:00 - Why Martial Arts Promotes Success in the Investigative Services41:00 - Civil Forfeiture in Asset Recovery44:00 - Validating Blockchain Analytics in Legal JudgmentsResources Mentioned:Jarod on the TRM Talks PodcastSamourai Wallet Founders Arrested and Charged With Money Laundering IRS Criminal Investigations on LinkedIn About our Guest:Jarod Koopman is the Executive Director of Cyber and Forensic Services at IRS Criminal Investigations and a black belt in Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu.He joined the IRS directly after college, rising through the ranks to become the agency's first director of cybercrime. In this role, Jarod oversees all global operations involving cyber and forensic activities, including policy, procedures, budget and investigative services. He also oversees the operation of their new centralised Advanced Collaboration and Data Center (ACDC) which specialises in training and support for crypto compliance.DisclaimerOur podcasts are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, and/or investment advice. Listeners must consult their own advisors before making decisions on the topics discussed. Asset Reality has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material.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 Asset Reality employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. Asset Reality 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 Asset Reality.

Assessing reports of terrorist financing risks on SA NPOs by Radio Islam

South African non-profit organisations are reportedly being used as a tool for terrorist financing. This according to a recent report by the Financial Intelligence Centre which found money is being siphoned off to suspected extremist groups in Syria and Indonesia. The report also revealed how religious students was reportedly sent to Syria with suitcases full of money to finance alleged terrorist activities. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Willem Els, an Intelligence expert and Senior Training Coordinator on terrorism and explosives-related incidents at the Institute for Security Studies, ISS

“Crypto exposed every crack in an undereducated, underutilised system.”In this episode, recorded on the 15th of February, Aidan and Amanda delve into the world of digital asset recovery, exploring the complexities of civil forfeiture and the use of cryptocurrency to finance terrorism.Drawing from her extensive background in policy, enforcement and legal affairs, Amanda offers valuable insights into how these experiences have shaped her perspective on cryptocurrency and the future of decentralisation.Their conversation also touches on why the significance of initiatives like the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, as Amanda emphasizes the need to improve inclusivity and empowerment across the digital finance ecosystem.Timestamps02:00 | Amanda's background as a federal prosecutor06:30 | Civil vs criminal burden of proof09:30 | The pros and cons of non-conviction-based forfeiture18:00 | Cryptocurrency exposes the flaws in the existing asset recovery system25:00 | Crime and innovation on the path to development 31:00 | The importance of optics in targeting crypto terrorist financing41:00 | Why we need an Association for Women in Cryptocurrency43:30 | #UnmanelYourPanel and other advocacy initiatives46:00 | The importance of male allies to improve inclusion for womenResources Mentioned:WomeninCrypto.orgAssociation for Women in Cryptocurrency on LinkedInAssociation for Women in Cryptocurrency on Twitter (X)Women in Crypto Podcast: Decrypting Asset Recovery in Crypto with Joanna SummersAbout our Guest:Amanda Wick is a prominent figure in the world of cryptocurrency and digital finance with an extensive background in policy enforcement and legal affairs.Having served as the Senior Investigative Counsel for the US House of Representatives, Senior Policy Advisor for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Chief of Legal Affairs at Chainalysis, Amanda has been a driving force behind some of the key policies shaping our financial landscape. As the founder of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, Amanda is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and empowerment within the digital finance ecosystem, championing initiatives like ‘UnManel Your Panel' that aim to break down barriers and pave the way for a more diverse industry.DisclaimerOur podcasts are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, and/or investment advice. Listeners must consult their own advisors before making decisions on the topics discussed. Asset Reality has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material.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 Asset Reality employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. Asset Reality 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 Asset Reality.

Ari sits down with threat intelligence expert Jessica Davis to discuss the emerging digital battlefield. From terrorist financiers to North Korean cybercriminals Jessica maps the threat landscape and provides a nuanced perspective on the use of cryptocurrencies. Today's Guests Jessica Davis, Threat Intelligence Expert Host: Ari Rebord, Global Head of Policy, TRM Labs Resources Insight Threat Intelligence Newsletter

The money laundering challenges and potential abuse of the myriad “Residency and Citizenship by Investment Programmes.”: A FATF-OECD Report. Our panellists discuss the 2023 Report and the need for improved awareness of enabling the movement of illicit funds without proper oversight and reporting. Graham Peachey: UK Home Office Senior Policy Advisor and Project Co-lead for the Financial Action Task Force project on Misuse of Residency and Citizenship by Investment Programmes. Tivon Sterin: Senior Policy Advisor, Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes, U.S. Department of the Treasury. Co-lead for the FATF project team on Misuse of Residency and Citizenship by Investment Programmes.

“If it doesn't bang or bleed, no one's doing anything about it.” In this episode of "Seize & Desist", Aidan Larkin sits down with David Lewis, Managing Director and Global Head of AML Advisory at Kroll, former Executive Secretary of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and leading figure in the battle against global financial crimes. They address the notorious 1% statistic, the challenges of cross-sector collaboration and explore how seized asset recovery efforts can be improved within FATF guidelines, delving into the need for effective communication, the appointment of accountable figures, and the need for urgent reforms with broader strategies that extend beyond current standards.Timestamps1 | David's background and FATF's mandate 5 | What is the 1% stat and why is asset recovery challenging12 | FATF's renewed focus on asset recovery and creating a minimum standard18 | Should the Public Sector leverage Private Sector companies to assist with seizures22 | Improvement of Government resources towards fighting financial crime 28 | The real cost of financial crime and good examples of how to combat it Resources Mentioned:RUSI websiteFATF websiteFATF plenary highlights GLOBAL COALITION TO FIGHT FINANCIAL CRIME (GCFFC)Amendments to the FATF Standards to Strengthen Global Asset RecoveryAR Blog: FATF's Trailblazing Asset Recovery StandardsAbout our Guest:David Lewis (Managing Director and Global Head of AML Advisory at Kroll) and the former Executive Secretary of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the intergovernmental organization that sets standards for AML/CFT globally.As a highly respected leader in the fight against financial crime, David has played a pivotal role in coordinating international efforts to combat money laundering money laundering, terrorism financing and weapons proliferation. He has been instrumental in the development and implementation of policies to identify and mitigate risks associated with financial crime.DisclaimerOur podcasts are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, and/or investment advice. Listeners must consult their own advisors before making decisions on the topics discussed. Asset Reality has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material.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 Asset Reality employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. Asset Reality 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 Asset Reality.

Host Tom Keatinge, CFCS Director, is joined by Liz Rosenberg, former Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes at the US Department of the Treasury. They discuss her ambitions for combatting illicit finance as she re-entered the US Treasury in 2021, her role in the review of the US sanctions strategy, the measures developed to respond to Russia's unprovoked war in Ukraine, including the oil price cap, and the priorities ahead for the US two years on from Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Hello, and welcome to episode 94 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. It is yet another busy week for financial crime. A range of stories across the whole of financial crime, with sanctions, money laundering, bribery, and cyber-attack news. In sanctions, there is some heavy focus on oil and Iran. In money laundering, a new economic crime agency in the UK focussed on money laundering in the environmental context. On bribery, more allegations of public sector corruption. Lots to get into, so let's crack on. As usual, I have linked the main stories flagged in the podcast in the description. These are: Centre for Research on Energy and Clear Air, Evading the sanctions: UK imports EUR 660 mn of oil products made from Russian crude.European Affairs Committee, Call for UK and EU to continue support for Ukraine, and sanctions on Russia.European Affairs Committee, The Ukraine Effect: The impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on the UK-EU relationship (Report).European Securities and Markets Authority, ESA's Joint Board of Appeal confirms ESMA's decision to withdraw the recognition of Dubai Commodities Clearing Corporation.European Securities and Markets Authority, Requirements when posting investments recommendations on social media.European Securities and Markets Authority, Warning: For people posting Investment Recommendation on social media.Financial Conduct Authority, Reducing and preventing financial crime.Financial Conduct Authority, Market Watch 76.Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, FinCEN Proposes Rule to Combat Money Laundering and Promote Transparency in Residential Real Estate.HM Revenue and Customs, High value dealer guidance for money laundering supervision.HM Revenue and Customs, Number of live Corporate Criminal Offences investigations.National Crime Agency, SARs Reported Booklet: February 2024.National Cyber Security Centre, QR Codes - what's the real risk?Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice: Russia.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Who is subject to financial sanctions in the UK?Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, OFSI General Licence INT/2023/2711256.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, OFSI General licence - INT/2022/2009156.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Russian Oil Services ban (Updated).Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury Sanctions Transnational Procurement Network Supporting Iran's Ballistic Missile and UAV Programs.Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury Sanctions Actors Responsible for Malicious Cyber Activities on Critical Infrastructure.Spotlight on Corruption, Regulators failing to hold senior executives to account for economic crime, new analysis reveals.Spotlight on Corruption, Power Without Responsibility: The state of senior executive accountability for economic crime in the UK today.UK government, Ensuring crime doesn't pay: New Economic Crime Unit to tackle money laundering and carry out financial investigations.UK government, Economic crime survey 2024.UK judgments, AerCap Ireland Ltd v AIG Europe SA & Ors [2024] EWHC 144 (Comm).US Department of Justice, Justice Department Announces Terrorism and Sanctions-Evasion Charges and Seizures Linked to Illicit, Billion-Dollar Global Oil Trafficking Network That Finances Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Its Malign Activities.US Department of Justice, United States Unseals Civil Forfeiture Complaint for Seizure of Iranian Oil.US Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney Announces Terrorism And Sanctions-Evasion Charges Against Leaders Of A Billion-Dollar Oil Laundering Network Orchestrated By Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.US Department of Justice, Three Men Charged with Running Hawala Scheme Responsible for Illicitly Moving more than $65 Million Between the United States and the Middle East.US Department of Justice, 70 Current and Former NYCHA Employees Charged with Bribery and Extortion Offenses.US Department of the Treasury, Treasury Publishes 2024 National Risk Assessments for Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and Proliferation Financing.World Health Organisation, WHO reports outline responses to cyber-attacks on health care and the rise of disinformation in public health emergencies (press release).World Health Organisation, Examining the threat of cyber-attacks on health care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Evan Abrams is an Associate at Steptoe & Johnson and advises clients on issues related to anti-money laundering and anti-corruption, among others. He came on the show to discuss FinCEN's recent proposed rule targeting digital asset mixers. The proposed rule is part of an effort by the Department of Treasury to crackdown on cryptocurrency anonymity services such as digital asset mixers which can be used as a money laundering tool by rogue states, terrorist organizations, and criminals. The issuance of the proposed rule comes on the heels of the October 7 Hamas attack as the group has been accused of using digital asset mixers. You can get in touch with Evan at this link and a link to the related piece he co-authored on the Steptoe website is here.

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Hello, and welcome to episode 88 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. It's yet another busy week of financial crime news, so I'm just going to get on with it. As usual, I have linked the main stories flagged in the podcast in the description. These are: Baker & McKenzie, UK government announces creation of specialist enforcement unit for trade sanctions.Council of Europe, Evaluation Report: United States of America.Council of the European Union, Anti-money laundering: Council and Parliament agree to create new authority.Courts and Tribunals Judiciary, Speech by HHJ Pelling KC: Issues in Crypto Currency Claims.Department for Business and Trade, New unit to crack down on firms dodging Russian sanctions.Department of Justice, Commodities Trading Company Agrees to Pay Over $98M to Resolve Foreign Bribery Case.Europol, EUR 5.5 million frozen in anti-corruption investigations across Europe.Europol, Early Warning Notification: The Use of Bluetooth trackers for geolocation in organised crime.Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, New Iranian sanction regime comes in to force.Home Office, Serious and organised crime strategy 2023 to 2028.Interpol, INTERPOL Secretary General welcomes G7 commitments on transnational organized crime.Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy, A hostage to fortune: ransomware and UK national security – Report Summary.Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Justice Cyber Security Strategy: 2023 to 2028.National Audit Office, Financial services regulation: Adapting to change (press release).National Audit Office, Financial services regulation: Adapting to change (report).National Crime Agency, National Crime Agency calls on parents to help young people recognise the signs of money muling.National Crime Agency, SARs in Action: Issue 23.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice: Haiti.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice: Counter-Terrorism (International).Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice: Iran.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice: Russia.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Consolidation List.Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, OFSI Annual Review 2022 to 2023: Strengthening our Sanctions.Office of Foreign Assets Control, Transnational Criminal Organizations Designations; Counter Terrorism Designation; Iran-related Designation.Ro Khanna, Release: Ro Khanna Introduces A New Political Reform And Anti-corruption Plan To Clean Up Corruption In Washington.Ro Khanna, Expressing support for a comprehensive political reform plan.UK Legislation, Crime and Courts Act (section five).UK Legislation, The National Crime Agency (Directed Tasking) Order 2023.US Department of State, Promoting Accountability in Support of the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.US Department of State, Taking Additional Sweeping Measures Against Russia.US Department of Justice, Leader of $6.8 Million Pandemic Fraud Scheme Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Charges.US Department of Justice, Justice Department Announces Distribution of Over $158.9M to Nearly 25,000 Victims of Madoff Ponzi Scheme.US Department of Justice, Albany Man Pleads Guilty to Pandemic Relief Fraud.US Department of Justice, Two Men Charged for Operating $25M Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme.US Department of the Treasury, Treasury Designates Perpetrators of Human Rights Abuse and Commemorates the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.US Department of the Treasury, Testimony of Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes Before the Committee on Financial Services Subcommittee On Oversight And Investigations, U.S. House.YouTube, The Interview: Baroness Mone and the PPE Scandal.

This episode of Compliance Clarified brings together Rachel Wolcott, senior editor in London and Brett Wolf, senior anti-money laundering editor for the Americas to discuss Hamas, terrorist financing and the U.S. response to the 7 October attack.It has been a little over a month since Hamas fighters launched a brutal attack on Israel, unleashing a war, and leaving thousands of civilians dead. The attack took Israel and the world by surprise and raised questions about whether enough attention is being paid to terrorist financing in the Middle East and beyond.In this episode, Brett and Rachel talk through actions various U.S. agencies have taken in response to Hamas' attack to address and describe their financing activities to financial institutions and others who unwittingly or willingly are enabling funds to flow to Hamas.Topics covered include:Hamas' current fundingNew U.S. sanctions and policy responsesHamas money flows red flagsDisputed role of crypto in financingThis episode was recorded before the UK imposed new sanctions on Hamas on 14 November.Links:Outside paywallU.S. Treasury issues additional Hamas sanctions alongside UK, meets with the private sector:https://regintel-content.thomsonreuters.com/document/IDC26C880832211EE918ACE7D4282A8B3U.S. Treasury, Commerce Departments urge financial institutions to police export control evasion worldwide:https://regintel-content.thomsonreuters.com/document/IFD79AB107CDD11EE918ACE7D4282A8B3Inside paywallU.S. Treasury Department issues alert on Hamas money flows, shares 'red flags': http://go-ri.tr.com/XhT6BPU.S. Treasury official lays out a three-pronged approach to combat Hamas financing, including financial institutions' role: http://go-ri.tr.com/wA1rvN U.S. Treasury targets Hamas 'secret investment portfolio' in response to attack on Israel: http://go-ri.tr.com/PmPeXZU.S. Treasury moves to designate crypto mixers a 'primary' laundering concern under PATRIOT Act authority: http://go-ri.tr.com/ST0DV1 Contact us!Rachel.wolcott@thomsonreuters.comBrett.Wolf@thomsonreuters.com Compliance Clarified is a podcast from Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence.Listen to wide-ranging, insightful discussions on all things compliance for financial services firms. We delve into the hot topics of the day, the challenges faced and offer up practical ideas for emerging good practice. We de-mystify regulation and explore the art, as well as the science, of the ever-expanding role of the compliance officer.  Enforcements, digital transformation, regulatory change, governance, culture, conduct risk – anything and everything impacting the compliance function is up for discussion.

It's clear that terrorist financing is still a global problem that demands consistent vigilance. John and Elliot discuss the importance of being vigilant and the challenges nations and organizations face worldwide.

In what was probably an inevitable turn, crypto critics are coming out of the woodwork to blame the Hamas massacre in part on funding via cryptocurrencies. NLW explores the argument and its counters, as well as provides a brief overview of the first day of Caroline Ellison's testimony at SBF's trial. Today's Sponsor: Kraken Kraken Pro is the one-stop destination for pro traders - https://k.xyz/TheBreakdownPod Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW

Staying current with the reporting obligations is essential to avoid penalties and legal consequences. Today, we will hear from Craig Jeffery and Jason Campbell on Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting, a newly implemented reporting requirement that necessitates the disclosure of beneficial ownership interests. This filing is distinct from previous reporting obligations. Listen in and let us know your top thoughts and questions regarding BOI. Be sure to register for the webinar!

In this week's episode, co-host Ryan Coonerty engages in a captivating conversation with Mayor Luke Bronin of Hartford, CT about taking over a city experiencing its worst ever financial crisis and the incredible journey that brought Bronin to that point. A Rhodes Scholar, former Navy Reservist, and Yale Law School grad, Bronin brings a wealth of experience to his role, including a stint as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes in the U.S. Department of the Treasury during the Obama Administration. Now in his second and final term as Mayor of Hartford, Bronin has played a pivotal role in revitalizing the city from the brink of bankruptcy, implementing post-pandemic economic strategies, and spearheading award-winning initiatives such as the Youth Service Corps. Tune into this engaging conversation to hear Mayor Bronin's insights on reducing gun violence and his exciting vision for the future.

Hello, and welcome to episode 55 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm your host, Chris Kirkbride. It's a bumper edition this week, with even a bit of a pick-up in the sanctions news. There are a couple of fraud reports out this week, and the Wolfsberg Group has published an update to it anti-bribery and corruption guidance. There's a bit on money laundering, and market abuse, and we end with the usual review of the week's cyber-attack news. Let's crack on. These are the links to the principal documents mentioned in the podcast: European Commission, Opening remarks by Commissioner McGuinness at the European Parliament plenary joint debate on crypto-assets.European Commission, Cyber: towards stronger EU capabilities for effective operational cooperation, solidarity and resilience.European Parliament, Bureau adopts first decision on strengthening transparency and accountability.European Parliament, REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on the prevention of the use of the financial system for the purposes of money laundering or terrorist financing (Report - A9-0151/2023).European Parliament, Stopping the flow of dirty money: Parliament ready for negotiations.European Parliament Legislative Observatory, Markets in Crypto-assets (MiCA).European Union Anti-Fraud Programme, Call for proposals.European Union, European Union Funding and Tenders Portal.European Union, European Union Funding and Tenders Portal Online Manual.Feedzai, The Human Impact of Fraud and Financial Crime on Customer Trust in Banks.FieldFisher, New package of UK Sanctions on Russia.International Association of Insurance Supervisors, Global Insurance Market Report, Cyber Special Topic Edition: Cyber.International Association of Insurance Supervisors, IAIS GIMAR special topic edition provides assessment of cyber risks in the insurance sector and financial stability implications (press release).Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions, OSFI releases new framework to strengthen financial institutions' resilience to cyber-attacks.Solicitors' Regulation Authority, Sanctions questionnaire.The Wolfsberg Group, Publication of the ABC Guidance (press release).The Wolfsberg Group, Wolfsberg Anti-Bribery and Corruption Compliance Programme Guidance.The Wolfsberg Group, Wolfsberg Anti-Bribery and Corruption Compliance Programme Guidance (Executive Summary).UK Department for Business and Trade, NTE 2023/07: sanctions against Russia introduced in April 2023.UK Finance, New figures show £177.6m was lost to impersonation scams in 2022 as take five to stop fraud issues warning to the public.UK Insolvency Service, Tough action taken against company directors for COVID-19 financial abuse (press release).UK Insolvency Service, Enforcement Outcomes 2022/23.UK Legislation, The Counter-Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 No 577.UK Legislation, The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023.UK National Crime Agency, SARs in ACTION.UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice: Counter-Terrorism (Domestic) (Nazem Ahmad).UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial sanctions: guidance (updated).UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial sanctions targets: list of all asset freeze targets.UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, OFSI General Licence INT/2023/2883496 (Lithuanian Railways).UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, High Value Dealer Guidance.UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice (21/04/23).UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation, Financial Sanctions Notice (Global Human Rights)(21/04/23).Ukraine government, УКАЗ ПРЕЗИДЕНТА УКРАЇНИ №227/2023.US Department of Justice, President of Metalhouse LLC Indicted for Sanctions Evasion and International Money Laundering.US Department of Justice, Brooklyn Federal Correctional Officer Charged with Bribery.US Department of Justice, Businessman Pleads Guilty to Bribing City of Atlanta and DeKalb County Officials to Obtain Contracts.US Department of Justice, Construction Company Owner Sentenced to 78 Months in Prison and Ordered to Pay Nearly $1 Million in Restitution for Rigging Bids and Bribing a Public Official.US Department of Justice, Former Venezuelan National Treasurer and Her Husband Sentenced in Money Laundering and International Bribery Scheme.US Department of Justice, Justice Department Announces Nationwide Coordinated Law Enforcement Action to Combat COVID-19 Health Care Fraud.US Department of the Treasury, Remarks by Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crime Elizabeth Rosenberg on DeFi Risk Assessment at the Atlantic Council.US Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury Sanctions Procurement Network Supporting Iran's UAV and Military Programs.US Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury Sanctions Three Nicaraguan Judicial Officials Involved in Human Rights Abuses.US Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury Disrupts International Money Laundering and Sanctions Evasion Network Supporting Hizballah Financier.US Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC Charges Crypto Asset Trading Platform Bittrex and its Former CEO for Operating an Unregistered Exchange, Broker, and Clearing Agency.

Hello, and welcome to episode 50 – our half century - of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm your host, Chris Kirkbride. It's been a good week for financial crime news this week, especially if we include some stories which came in at the tail-end of last week. Lots on fraud, money laundering, and a round-up of this week's cyber-attack news, so let's make a start.These are the links to the principal documents mentioned in the podcast:Baker and McKenzie, UK: OFSI updates monetary penalties guidance to address issues of ownership and control.European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, Embedded SIM Ecosystem, Security Risks and Measures Report.European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, Fog and Edge Computing in 5G Report.FBI, Internet Crime Report 2022.Financial Action Task Force, Guidance on Beneficial Ownership of Legal Persons.Financial Action Task Force, The FATF Recommendations.Financial Conduct Authority, Blackmore Bond PLC: correspondence regarding the acquisition of CGS Claims funding.House of Lords Fraud Act 2006 and Digital Fraud Committee, HM government's response to the Committee's report ‘Fighting Fraud: Breaking the Chain'.International Monetary Fund, Mounting Cyber Threats Mean Financial Firms Urgently Need Better Safeguards.LSE Blog, What impact have EU sanctions had on the Russian economy?MacFarlanes, Updated OFSI guidance on enforcement and monetary penalties.Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law, Protecting the EU's financial interests: Workshop on recent legal anti-fraud research.Office for Professional Body Anti-Money Laundering Supervision, Multi-Professional Body Supervisor (PBS) project on Trust and Company Service Providers (TCSP) risk.Ofcom, Online fraud – how to protect yourself (Press release).Ofcom, Scale and impact of online fraud revealed (Press release).Ofcom, Online Fraud and Scams (Report).Trace International, Global Enforcement Report 2022 (Download link).UK Financial Intelligence Unit, Guidance on submitting better quality Suspicious Activity Reports Reports (SARs).UK government, United Kingdom helps freeze more than £48 billion in Russian assets.UK government, Monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions.US Securities and Exchange Commission, Commissioner Caroline A. Crenshaw, Statement on Amendments to Regulation S-P, Cybersecurity Risk Management, and Amendments to Regulation SCI.UK Supreme Court, The Law Debenture Trust Corporation plc v Ukraine (Represented by the Minister of Finance of Ukraine acting upon the instructions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine) (Judgment).UK Supreme Court, The Law Debenture Trust Corporation plc v Ukraine (Represented by the Minister of Finance of Ukraine acting upon the instructions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine) (Press Summary).US Attorney's Office, Former South Florida Regional Bank Manager Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud.US Department of the Treasury, Remarks on Illicit Finance by Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes Elizabeth Rosenberg in Sydney, Australia.

Liz Fraccaro, Attorney and Legal Consultant to the Antiquities Coalition, shares her insight on FATF's recent report, Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing in the Art and Antiquities Market.

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) held a plenary last week. FATF also issued a report on Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing in the Art and Antiquities Market. John and Elliot discuss some of the outcomes from the plenary, including the suspension of the Russian Federation's FATF membership. They also look at key take-aways in the report on arts and antiquities.

2023 has just begun and it began with so much news on the crypto front. To discuss the most recent Coinbase settlement and future trends in the crypto space, joining me today is David Carlisle, the Vice President of Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Elliptic. Before joining Elliptic, David worked for the US Department of the Treasury, including in the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), where he was involved in the design and implementation of US financial and economic sanctions programmes involving countries such as Myanmar and Iran. In subsequent roles, David worked in the Treasury's Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes (TFFC) and advised senior Treasury officials on a wide range of topics related to sanctions, money laundering and terrorist financing. Let's now begin this exciting episode:Check out Elliptic's 2023 Regulatory Outlook Report here:https://www.elliptic.co/resources/regulatory-outlook-report-2023Support the show

FTX, a large cryptocurrency exchange, recently went bankrupt, leading to calls for government regulation of cryptocurrencies. But you might be wondering, what are cryptocurrencies? In part one of this two-part series, listen to expert testimony provided over a four-year period informing Congress about the cryptocurrency industry, the promise of blockchain, problems - both real and overblown - with this new technology, and how best to regulate this complicated industry. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via PayPal Support Congressional Dish via Patreon (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank's online bill pay function to mail contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North, Number 4576, Crestview, FL 32536. Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you for supporting truly independent media! View the shownotes on our website at https://congressionaldish.com/cd264-cryptocurrencies-and-blockchain Background Sources Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes CD235: The Safe Haven of Sanctions Evaders CD262: Inside C-SPAN with Howard Mortman Proof of Work Jake Frankenfield. May 2, 2022. "What Is Proof of Work (PoW) in Blockchain?" Investopedia. Initial Coin Offering (ICO) Jake Frankenfield. Aug 18, 2022. “Initial Coin Offering (ICO): Coin Launch Defined, with Examples.” Investopedia. Sherwin Dowlat. Jul 11, 2018. “Cryptoasset Market Coverage Initiation: Network Creation.” Satis Group. Madison Cawthorn The Associated Press. Dec 7, 2022. "Rep. Madison Cawthorn broke rules over a 'meme' crypto, a House panel finds." NPR. Regulations Cheyenne Ligon. Dec 5, 2022. “The ‘Good Cop and Bad Cop' of US Crypto Regulations.” CoinDesk. Bills S.4760 - Digital Commodities Consumer Protection Act of 2022 Sponsor: Sen. Debbie Stabenow Audio Sources Cleaning Up Cryptocurrency: The Energy Impacts of Blockchains January 20, 2022 House Committee on Energy & Commerce, Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Watch on YouTube Witnesses: Ari Juels, Weill Family Foundation and Joan and Sanford I. Weill Professor, Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute, Cornell Tech John Belizaire, Chief Executive Officer, Soluna Computing, Inc. Brian Brooks, Chief Executive Officer, BitFury Steve Wright, Former Chief Executive Officer, Chelan County Public Utility District and Bonneville Power Administration Gregory Zerzan, Shareholder Jordan Ramis P.C. Schemes and Subversion: How Bad Actors and Foreign Governments Undermine and Evade Sanctions Regimes June 16, 2021 House Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on National Security, International Development and Monetary Policy Watch on YouTube Witnesses: Jesse Spiro, Global Head of Policy & Regulatory Affairs, Chainalysis Eric B. Lorber, Senior Director, Center on Economic and Financial Power, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Dollars Against Democracy: Domestic Terrorist Financing in the Aftermath of Insurrection February 25, 2021 House Financial Services Committee, Subcommittee on National Security, International Development and Monetary Policy Witness Daniel Glaser, Former Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes, U.S. Department of the Treasury Examining Regulatory Frameworks for Digital Currencies and Blockchain July 30, 2019 Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Watch on C-SPAN Committee concluded a hearing to examine regulatory frameworks for digital currencies and blockchain, including S. 2243, to amend the Expedited Funds Availability Act to require that funds deposited be available for withdrawal in real-time. Witnesses: Jeremy Allaire, Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Circle, on behalf of The Blockchain Association Dr. Rebecca M. Nelson, Specialist in International Trade and Finance, Congressional Research Service Professor Mehrsa Baradaran, Professor of Law, University of California, Irvine School of Law Exploring the Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Ecosystem October 11, 2018 Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Watch on C-SPAN Committee concluded a hearing to examine the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem, including S. 3179, to require the Comptroller General of the United States to carry out a study on how virtual currencies and online marketplaces are used to buy, sell, or facilitate the financing of goods or services associated with sex trafficking or drug trafficking. Witnesses: Dr. Nouriel Roubini, Professor of Economics and International Business, New York University Stern School of Business Peter Van Valkenburgh, Director of Research, Coin Center Cover Art Design by Only Child Imaginations Music Presented in This Episode Intro & Exit: Tired of Being Lied To by David Ippolito (found on Music Alley by mevio)

The global FATF has given our country 18 months to get its monetary affairs in order: Jeanine de Swardt-Breeds of Masthead.

In the fifth episode of season 6 of the Compliance Clarified podcast, Susannah Hammond is joined by Rachel Wolcott and Brett Wolf to look at the compliance challenges posed by financial crime in general and sanctions in particular. Links to content referenced in the discussion: European Banking Authority new guidelines for MLROs which come into effect on December 1 2022 https://www.eba.europa.eu/sites/default/documents/files/document_library/Publications/Guidelines/2022/EBA-GL-2022-05%20GLs%20on%20AML%20compliance%20officers/1035126/Guidelines%20on%20AMLCFT%20compliance%20officers.pdf MEPs present plans to crack down on financial crime with new Anti-Money Laundering Authority https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20220613IPR32836/meps-present-plans-for-new-anti-money-laundering-authorityACAMS Ukraine crisis hub https://www.acams.org/en/ukraine-crisis-rapid-response-resources#rapid-response-briefs-6c1b6814 https://www.moneylaundering.com/news/hunt-for-russian-wealth-exposes-eus-sanctions-shortcomings/ 'Reputation launderers,' disinformation campaigns hinder sanctions and financial crime compliance efforts https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/reputation-launderers-disinformation-8673225/ Amendments to the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of funds (information on the payer) regulations 2018 statutory instrument 2022, response to the consultation https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1082704/MLRs_SI_2022_-_Consultation_Response.pdf New Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) penalty guidance https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1081195/OFSI_Enforcement_guidance_June_2022.pdf Putin's People by Catherine Belton https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2020/09/catherine-belton-putins-people/614212/ Lazarus Heist: North Korean hacks https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w13xtvg9/episodes/downloads Superyachts: https://news.sky.com/story/pr-stunt-captain-of-38m-superyacht-seized-in-london-says-govt-has-got-the-wrong-guy-12634728 U.S. Treasury defines ‘new investments' https://www.linkedin.com/posts/amlwolf_treasury-defines-new-investment-activity-6942883691002019840-Alqm?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=ios_app The survey for the TRRI annual fintech, regtech and the role of compliance report – if you would like to take part in that please click the below link https://reuters.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9HckOjpJJTOp3EO Further information on Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence can be found at: https://legal.thomsonreuters.com/en/products/regulatory-intelligence?elqTrackId=73370082102a4669b4d34524158b501c&elqaid=3945&elqat=2

Imagine planning a road trip. You've picked your destination, packed your things, told your friends and family of your adventure, and days before you set out you realize it's the wrong destination. Instead of delaying the trip, you opt to set out on the journey trusting that the destination will reveal itself in time.This is the story of Melissa Craig's career. Melissa went to under and post grad to become an Intelligence Analyst focused on Terrorist Financing. Except upon graduating with her masters she realized this was not where she saw herself. Without a career mapped out, Melissa set off to live in DC where she would go on to experience tremendous success in her career. Today, Melissa is the VP of Americas at Avolution Software leading a team of nearly 20 individuals across product, sales, customer services and success. On our episode today we discuss:How to lean into fear so it doesn't block your careerLetting go of not having a career path and focusing on staying true to yourselfApproaching new situations with the mindset of what unique perspective do I bringConnect with Melissa Craig on LinkedIn

This episode reads from FATF's  Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks Arising from Migrant Smuggling from March 2022. The episode covers  Part One: Migrant Smuggling routes, flows and networks.  You can read the full report here: https://www.fatf-gafi.org/media/fatf/documents/ML-TF-Risks-Arising-from-Migrant-Smuggling.pdf

Daniel Glaser is an expert in all things sanctions. As the former Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes in the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office under the Obama Administration, Glaser led the office that designed sanctions against North Korea and Iran, among other countries.He explains to News Not Noise the strategy behind the U.S.' sanctions against Russia, including sanctions against the country's oligarchs, banking systems, and energy sector. Plus, Glaser explains what's really going on with the superyachts that have been frozen under sanction. You can follow Jessica Yellin here:➤Instagram: instagram.com/jessicayellin​➤Twitter: twitter.com/jessicayellin➤Facebook: facebook.com/newsnotnoise➤YouTube: youtube.com/newsnotnoise➤Website: NewsNotNoise.com➤Newsletter: newsnotnoise.bulletin.com/Support this work:➤patreon.com/NewsNotNoiseJessica Yellin is the founder of News Not Noise, a channel dedicated to giving you news with real experts and providing facts, not panic attacks. Jessica is a veteran of network news, traveling the globe, covering conflict and crisis. A former Chief White House Correspondent for CNN, she reported from around the world and won awards. Now, Yellin uses her voice to break down the news, calmly and clearly for you -- free of punditry, provocation, and yelling.

Anirudh Singh sits down with Sigal Mandelkar, General Partner at Ribbit Capital. The two discuss her career in both the public and private sectors, Ribbit's investment in Chainalysis, cryptocurrencies and anti-money laundering, and much more! Sigal Mandelkar: Sigal Mandelker joined Ribbit Capital as a General Partner in April 2020. Ribbit is an investment firm focused on financial services and technology. Prior to Ribbit, she served as Under Secretary of Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence. As Under Secretary, Sigal supervised four main components of Treasury (OFAC, FinCEN, the Office of Intelligence and Analysis, and the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes). Before serving as Under Secretary of Treasury, Sigal was a partner at Proskauer in New York. Sigal also previously served in a number of senior positions in the U.S. government, including as Deputy Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Division of the Justice Department, an AUSA in the Southern District of New York, Counselor to Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff, and Counsel to the Deputy Attorney General. Sigal is also an Advisor to Chainalysis, is on the Board of the Financial Technology Association, serves on the advisory group to the Digital Dollar Project, and is Member of the US Holocaust Memorial Council. For more FinTech insights, follow us below: Medium: medium.com/wharton-fintech LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/wharton-fintech-club/ WFT Twitter: twitter.com/whartonfintech Anirudh's Twitter: twitter.com/avsingh_24

"One month ago, Russian forces launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Putin's army has mercilessly targeted civilian areas, including apartment blocs, hospitals, and civilian shelters. The war crimes of Putin's regime are clear to all, as millions of refugees flee the conflict and thousands perish. In response to Putin's murderous behavior, the United States and other democracies have imposed sanctions on Russia, targeting the Russian banking sector, Russian exports, and over 100 individuals, including some of Putin's closest oligarch allies. However, these sanctions did not target the most important segment of the Russian economy — the export of oil and gas. They also did not address a deeper problem, which is the ability of Russian oligarchs to hide their money in the West. This week, we examine how oligarchs conduct business in the West, the impact of Western sanctions on Russia, and the types of reforms and sanctions democracies need to implement to change Putin's behavior. On this week's episode of Dissidents & Dictators, we have three guests. Casey Michel is an investigative journalist and the author of American Kleptocracy, which studies how the United States has become a haven for stolen wealth. Bill Browder is the CEO Hermitage Capital, and the Head of the Global Magnitsky Justice campaign. Hagar Chemali is a professor at Columbia University and a former official at the Treasury Department's Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes."

In this week's episode of Global Perspectives, Ellie Cohanim talks with Marshall Billingslea, a former Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing at the United States Department of the Treasury. They tackle:Could Russian President Putin strike the US with a nuclear weapon?- The complete erosion of long-standing national security objectives under President Joe Biden's administration- The economic consequences of the Russian war against Ukraine- The US decision to withdraw its support for the Eastern Mediterranean pipeline- Iranian intentions to develop a nuclear weapon

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On 20 July 2021, the European Commission presented a package of legislative proposals in the area of anti-money-laundering efforts and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT). The package includes a proposal for a regulation on preventing the use of the financial system for money laundering or terrorist financing. The proposed regulation would be the central element of what is commonly referred to as an EU 'single rulebook' on AML/CFT. Its detailed and directly applicable provisions would replace the minimum rules of the EU AML directives currently in force. In this podcast, we'll examine the European Commission proposal to strengthen the EU's anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorist financing rules, which is vital to ensure financial stability and security in our continent. - Original publication on the EP Think Tank website - Subscription to our RSS feed in case your have your own RSS reader - Podcast available on Deezer, iTunes, TuneIn, Stitcher, YouTubeSource: © European Union - EP

Although it's truth that some of the most well established terrorist organizations tend to mirror organized crime and money laundering techniques, there are many misconceptions around the level of innovation, involved mechanisms and detectability of these activities. Jessica Davis is the President of Insight Threat Intelligence and in today's episode she deep dives into the world of terrorist financing, what we are lacking to detect this type of crimes, and how terrorist financing activities differ depending on where bad actors are operating. Topics discussed in this episode: How Jessica got into the world of CTF. Why AML gets more attention that CTF How AML and CTF differ in terms of scope, mechanisms involved and detectability. Why Jessica wrote 'Illicit Money Financing Terrorism in the Twenty First Century'. How terrorists manage, use and hide their illicit money. What trends she has seen evolve in terrorist financing. Terrorist's real use of cryptocurrencies. What technologies the financial sector is leveraging to combat terrorist financing. What we need to know about insider threats. Other resources financial institutions can deploy to track terrorist financing.

Brilliant news Diplomates fans, we've got more great foreign policy content for you as promised! Welcome to the Chinwag Episodes! We are pleased to announce Hagar Chemali as our second Chinwagger! Hagar will join Misha for a monthly chinwag. The Chinwag episodes will be shorter and more focused on what's happening around the world of foreign policy. Be sure to send your questions in if you've got something on your mind. Misha will continue to do deep-dive episodes with leading experts from around the world as per your regular programming.  Who is Hagar? Firstly, she's awesome (but here's her bio anyway). Hagar Hajjar Chemali is a political satirist, foreign policy expert, and host and creator of the weekly world news show Oh My World! on YouTube. She is also a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council's GeoEconomics center, and is featured regularly as a national security analyst on MSNBC, CNN, BBC, Bloomberg, and Cheddar. Hagar's professional background and foreign policy expertise have been shaped by senior public affairs and policy-making positions she held over the course of 12 years in the U.S. Government. From 2015-2016, she was Director of Communications and Spokesperson for the U.S. Mission to the United Nations under President Obama, and from 2014-2015, she was Spokesperson for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the U.S. Department of the Treasury. From 2010-2012, Hagar was Director for Syria and Lebanon at the White House, National Security Council, where she advised on and coordinated the implementation of U.S. policy toward Syria and Lebanon. Hagar also worked at the Treasury Department as a Senior Policy Advisor on Asia and Middle East Policy Advisor in the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes.   Hagar has a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs where she concentrated on International Security Policy and the Middle East. She also graduated from Columbia University's Barnard College where she majored in Political Science. She speaks English, French, Arabic, and Italian.    If you want to follow Hagar (you should!) check out her content here:   Oh My World! on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ohmyworldwithhagarchemali Instagram: @hagarchemali & @omwshow Twitter: @hagarchemali & @ohmyworldshow More about Hagar: https://hagarchemali.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #2, we first explore the world of Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and other types of financial crime, and understand how financial institutions use data and analytics to prevent and detect such crime. We discuss the importance of Trustworthy AI in this regulated part of the industry and finish with a story about data science and poetry. Tune in to discover why building models to mitigate financial crime may just be one of the coolest jobs in data science. About the speakerJohn Cusack is Chair of the Global Coalition to Fight Financial Crime. If you have worked in the financial crime compliance space in banking, chances are that you have probably worked for John, or know someone who has. Among other things, John has played the role of Global Head of Financial Crime Compliance at two global banks (UBS and Standard Chartered) and has been a two-time Co-Chair of the Wolfsberg Industry Group for the management of financial crime risks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week: Jeff talks with Chris Whipple, author of The Spymasters: How the CIA Directors Shape History and the Future; plus Jeanne speaks with Juan Zarate, former Treasury Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing, about the bad guys' use of cryptocurrencies. For more from our guests: Chris Whipple https://twitter.com/ccwhip Juan Zarate https://twitter.com/JCZarate1   Subscribe to SpyTalk on Substack https://www.spytalk.co/ Follow Jeanne Meserve on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JeanneMeserve https://www.jeannemeserve.com/ Follow Jeff Stein on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpyTalker Follow SpyTalk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/talk_spy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we wander away from traditional banking intro the world of informal value transfer systems. Oh, and we look at the price of missile launchers. But you'll need to listen to understand why!Link to the TBML paper written by John Zdanowiczhttps://www.researchgate.net/profile/John-Zdanowicz/publication/46556338_Trade-Based_Money_Laundering_and_Terrorist_Financing/links/02e7e534489c545100000000/Trade-Based-Money-Laundering-and-Terrorist-Financing.pdf?origin=publication_detailSupport the show

In this episode, Dr Lauren Sanders talks with Dr Joshua Andresen about drones and aerial strikes, exploring whether they make armed conflict safer for civilians. Some claim that by allowing for the more precise use of force, drone strikes cause less harm to nearby civilian populations. Conversely, some point to the impact that making force more accessible in urban areas actually increases the likelihood that force will be used in and around civilians. Lauren and Joshua also consider whether IHL needs to adapt for the use of these technologies. Dr Joshua Andresen is a Reader in National Security and Foreign Relations Law at the University of Surrey who has written extensively on the problems posed by the use of drone strikes in armed conflict and their regulation.  His research focuses on the legal regulation of armed conflict in light of advanced weapons technology and the predominance of non-international armed conflicts. He has held positions as a senior policy advisor in the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, an attorney-adviser in the Office of the Legal Adviser at the U.S. Department of State, and has worked at the Court of Justice of the European Union and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees as well as Associate Professor of Philosophy at the American University of Beirut. Further reading:Joshua Andresen ‘Putting Lethal Force on the Table: How Drones Change the Alternative Space of War and Counterterrorism' (2017) 8(2) Harvard National Security Journal 426-472. Joshua Andresen, ‘Due Process of War in the Age of Drones',  (2016) 41(1) Yale Journal of International Law 155-188. Joshua Andresen 'The Paradox of Precision and the Weapons Review Regime',  The Philosophical Journal of Conflict and Violence (2020). John E. Jackson (ed) One Nation under Drones: Legality, Morality, and Utility of Unmanned Combat Systems (2018: Naval Institute Press.)Jason Lyall, Bombing to Lose? Airpower, Civilian Casualties, and the Dynamics of Violence in Counterinsurgency Wars (2017). Chris Kolenda and Chris Rogers, The Strategic Costs of Civilian Harm: Applying Lessons from Afghanistan to Current and Future Conflicts, (2016: The Open Society Foundation). 

John Cassara began his 26 year U.S. government career as an intelligence officer during the Cold War. He later served as a Treasury Special Agent in both the U.S. Secret Service and US Customs Service, where he investigated money laundering, trade fraud and international smuggling. He was an undercover arms dealer for two years. Assigned overseas, he developed expertise in Middle East money laundering, value transfer and underground financial systems. Concerned about trade-based money laundering, he invented the concept of Trade Transparency Units (TTUs). He also worked six years for Treasury's FinCEN and was detailed to the Department of State. Mr. Cassara's final assignment was with Treasury's Office of Terrorism and Financial Intelligence (TFI). Since his retirement, he has lectured in the United States and around the world on a variety of transnational crime issues. He has been a consultant for government and industry. He is on the Board of Directors of Global Financial Integrity. He has testified numerous times as an expert witness before Congressional committees. Mr. Cassara has authored numerous articles and five books, including Trade-Based Money Laundering: The Next Frontier in International Money Laundering Enforcement and the 2020 release of Money Laundering and Illicit Financial Flows: Following the Money and Value Trails. Join our CEO, Ian Henderson as he finds out from John: How terrorist financing has evolved in the past few years. What were the most impactful experiences from his days as a special agent and how did these shape his path as an AML and terrorist financing expert. What metrics matter when evaluating our success to combat money laundering. What can we do to combat illicit financial flows.

In this episode, Anna Baydakova, Tanzeel Akhtar and Nik De discuss what to expect from U.S. President Joe Biden's administration regarding crypto, how QuadrigaCX users are doing and trying to predict the future for Ripple. President Joe Biden has named Gary Gensler as his pick for chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Janet Yellen as the future head of the U.S. Treasury. Gensler, the former chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission is known for his series of lectures at MIT about blockchain tech. Yellen said recently she believes crypto is funding illicit activities, sending the bitcoin price down. What's next? Nik De provides a short guide to what to watch.Ernst and Young (EY), the bankruptcy trustee for the defunct Canadian exchange QuadrigaCX, is still trying to figure out how to value the firm's cryptocurrency assets before disbursement to creditors. Timing is crucial here: The amount of money creditors will get depends on the day of evaluation chosen because the price of bitcoin changed a lot between February and April 2019, when QuadrigaCX's court story was developing. Last but not least, Ripple has been grappling with a bunch of troubles since the SEC filed a lawsuit against the company in December. The commission believes Ripple has been selling unregistered securities, namely the XRP tokens. The court case is still in progress, but soon after the lawsuit was filed, a number of exchanges and brokers suspended XRP trading including Coinbase, Kraken, OKCoin, Bitstamp, eToro, Crypto.com, Genesis and others. Now, a new SEC head is expected. Good news for Ripple? Probably not too much. Stories mentioned in this episode:Gary Gensler Named as Joe Biden's SEC Chair Pick (TA) https://www.coindesk.com/gary-gensler-confirmed-as-joe-bidens-sec-chair-pick Janet Yellen Says Cryptocurrencies Are a ‘Concern' in Terrorist Financing https://www.coindesk.com/janet-yellen-says-cryptocurrencies-are-a-concern-in-terrorist-financingCriminal Activity in Crypto Transactions Fell Sharply in 2020, Says Chainalysis https://www.coindesk.com/criminal-activity-in-crypto-transactions-fell-sharply-in-2020-says-chainalysisTrustee of Collapsed Exchange Moves to Resolve Crypto vs. Fiat Creditor Claims Tussle https://www.coindesk.com/trustee-of-collapsed-exchange-to-ask-court-to-resolve-crypto-vs-fiat-creditor-claims-tussleKraken to Halt XRP Trading for US Residents https://www.coindesk.com/kraken-to-halt-xrp-trading-for-u-s-residentsJapan's FSA Says XRP Not a Security: Report https://www.coindesk.com/japans-fsa-says-xrp-not-a-security-report Asia's Retail FOMO Could Be Behind XRP's Rally Despite SEC's Lawsuit https://www.coindesk.com/xrp-asia-retail-fomo-rallyRipple CEO Walks Back Threat to Leave US https://www.coindesk.com/ripple-leaving-usa Did you enjoy the show? We would love to hear what you think. Leave us a review on apple podcasts or your preferred service and talk to us directly via email at borderless@coindesk.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following hard on the heels of the FinCEN files, the UK has just published its review of the SARs filed in 2019 which gives us the opportunity to look in detail at the headline figures and chat about SARs (both Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) in a bit more depth.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/TDMF)