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U.S. Regulations to Consider When Managing a Cryptocurrency Fund

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However, in this blog, we will discuss the regulatory landscape surrounding cryptocurrency from an asset manager or fund manager perspective. For those wanting to start their own cryptocurrency fund, it’s important to be well informed about cryptocurrency regulations. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) ).

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Federal Reserve Issues Supervisory Letter on Crypto Activities for Banks

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To counteract and minimize such risks, the Fed’s Supervisory Letter required that prior to engaging in any crypto-asset-related activity, a supervised banking organization must first ensure such activity is legally permissible and determine whether any filings are required under applicable federal or state laws. Financial risk.

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OCC targets BSA/AML compliance by Anchorage Digital Bank – only 15 months after granting bank charter to the crypto custodian

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Anchorage is not any regular entity overseen by the OCC: it is a cryptocurrency custodian. As we will discuss, the timing of the Consent Order indicates that even when regulators permit crypto activities by financial institutions, they remain cautious, particularly as to BSA/AML compliance. The January 2021 Operating Agreement .

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Geolocation Puts A Pin In Anti-Fraud Solutions

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With it, financial institutions need to strengthen their compliance to mitigate the risk of running afoul of the law. Certainly, the use and availability of cryptocurrencies is another emerging area that is contending with its own unique set of compliance issues, but it is also one Wingert said appears to be closing gaps in regulation.

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Mastercard and Visa Latest Companies To Step Back From Cryptocurrency

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Banks should not learn the wrong lessons, however Payments Technology Risk Management Financial Trends Cards Online Mobile Security Checks/Remote Deposit Capture Tech Management Operational Risk Compliance/Regulatory Cyberfraud/ID Theft Blockchain Fintech Feature Feature3.

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The top 10 2022 AML resources for financial crime fighters

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Given the demands of day-to-day duties, however, it can be challenging for BSA officers and other financial crime compliance staff to find time for training and education on fraud and money laundering. The whitepapers, checklists, and guides cover everything from regulatory guidance to operational considerations.

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OCC announces national banks and federal savings associations can provide custody services for crypto assets

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cryptocurrency custody services on behalf of customers, including by holding the unique cryptographic keys associated with cryptocurrency.” Through intermediated exchanges of payments, banks facilitate the flow of funds within our economy and serve important financial risk management and other financial needs of bank customers.

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