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AML / KYC
Australian Sanctions Office Provides Guidance for High-Risk Sectors
By Nathan Lynch | 11/06/2025
The ASO released extensive guidance for those operating in high-risk sectors, including crypto, DeFi and remittance companies.
Sanctions
Five Nations Sanction Israeli Ministers, US Condemns Move
By Editors | 11/06/2025
UK, Canada, Norway, Australia and New Zealand sanctioned two Israeli ministers for inciting extremist violence and human rights abuses.
AML / KYC
Banks Need Both Tech and Talent to Combat TBML: Experts
By Manesh Samtani | 09/06/2025
While banks are innovating to tackle TBML, the complexity of trade means they must continue to rely on human experience […]
AML / KYC
US Sanctions Iran Shadow Banking Network, Including HK Front Companies
By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2025
OFAC has sanctioned a network laundering billions for Iran, targeting 10 individuals and 27 entities based in Iran, China, Hong Kong, and the UAE.
Sanctions
US, EU Preparing Tougher Sanctions Against Russia
By Manesh Samtani | 04/06/2025
Proposed legislation sanctions could raise tariffs to 500% for countries like China and India that purchase oil from Russia.
Sanctions
US Authorities Probing Adani Group for Iran Sanctions Violations – Report
By Manesh Samtani | 04/06/2025
The Adani Group called the allegations “baseless and mischievous”. Meanwhile, US agencies have reportedly been instructed to pause sanctions activity targeting Iran.
ESG / Sustainability
RIAA Launches 3rd Investor Toolkit to Tackle Human Rights Risks
By Editors | 02/06/2025
RIAA released the latest edition of its toolkit to help investors address human rights risks and promote ethical value chains.
Sanctions
US Tightens Export Curbs to China, Targeting Chip Design Software
By Editors | 31/05/2025
The US is restricting sales of semiconductor design software to China, suspending existing export licences and imposing additional licence requirements.
AML / KYC
FATF Upgrades Indonesia’s Rating on Recommendation 7
By Editors | 31/05/2025
The 2nd Enhanced Follow-Up report for Indonesia acknowledges regulatory amendments concerning targeted financial sanctions related to proliferation.
Sanctions
Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team Issues First Report on DPRK
By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025
The report details the deepening military cooperation between North Korea and Russia and calls for UN sanctions against individuals, entities, and vessels involved in this activity.
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