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Top 10 Regulatory Hot Topics for 2022 – What AML Professionals Need to Know

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The world of FinCrime is more dynamic than ever, with fraud escalating thanks to an increase in mobile payments precipitated by the pandemic and security concerns rising over the Russian conflict in Ukraine. Cryptocurrency In general, traditional financial institutions have a low risk tolerance for banking cryptocurrency.

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Top 10 Regulatory Topics NBFIs Should Prepare for in 2022

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Thanks to an increase in mobile payments precipitated by the pandemic and rising security concerns due to the Russian conflict in Ukraine, the world of financial fraud prevention is more dynamic than ever. Cryptocurrency In general, NBFIs have a higher risk tolerance for cryptocurrency than traditional financial institutions.

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Buying into AML risks in real estate

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Key Takeaways Real estate markets are vulnerable to money laundering and fraud because of their transaction size and appreciation over time. Regulations such as Geographic Targeting Order updates help identify AML risks by requiring identification for certain real estate purchases.

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