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Expert analysis on compliance, AML, and financial regulation.
How is artificial intelligence a challenge to GDPR?
ComplianceGDPR

How is artificial intelligence a challenge to GDPR?

What challenges does artificial intelligence pose to GDPR? Dive into the recent issues with ChatGPT, the dilemmas of EU DPAs, and ways that AI can become GDPR compliant.

12113127 June 2023
How do human traffickers launder money?
Money LaunderingKnow your Customer

How do human traffickers launder money?

Money laundering and human trafficking are interrelated global issues. Learn the methods human traffickers use to launder their dirty money and what is being done to counter the phenomenon.

13218215 June 2023
How are shell companies used for money laundering?
ComplianceKYCPremium

How are shell companies used for money laundering?

What are shell companies and what are their AML risks? Learn what a shell company is, how they are used in money laundering, their legislation, and more.

24829830 May 2023
How is money laundered through football?
ComplianceAML

How is money laundered through football?

Money laundering in football is a global problem that affects the sport's reputation. Learn about how it's used for criminal purposes, the methods used, and the legislation to safeguard the sport.

20034815 May 2023
How are ESG-related assets used for greenwashing?
ComplianceFinancial firms

How are ESG-related assets used for greenwashing?

How are ESG assets misused for greenwashing? Learn what is greenwashing, how accusations affect companies, how fund managers greenwash ESG assets, and a lot more.

11135227 April 2023
How is e-commerce used for money laundering?
ComplianceKYC

How is e-commerce used for money laundering?

E-commerce has revolutionized the way we do business but has also been used for criminal purposes. Learn how how legislation is tackling the problem.

14576729 March 2023
What are the EU's Anti-Money Laundering Directives?
ComplianceAMLPremium

What are the EU's Anti-Money Laundering Directives?

What are the main EU directives related to money laundering and terrorist financing? This article explains the characteristics and history of the six EU AML directives.

16335815 March 2023
The effectiveness of financial sanctions and embargos
ComplianceRussia

The effectiveness of financial sanctions and embargos

Are financial sanctions and embargoes effective in deterring rogue states? Learn the history of sanctions, the pros and cons, and failures and successes

11076628 February 2023
What are worldwide AML regulations for cryptocurrency ?
RiskCompliance

What are worldwide AML regulations for cryptocurrency ?

What are AML regulations concerning the cryptocurrency sector? Learn about why we need regulations, who is concerned, and examples of cryptolaundering

12581615 February 2023
What is the impact of the EU whistleblowing legislation?
ComplianceData Security

What is the impact of the EU whistleblowing legislation?

What impact did the EU's 2019 directive on whistleblowing have? Learn the legal repercussion of a leak, how entities are impacted, and what the status is in Belgium

7087923 January 2023
Why are PEPs under increased scrutiny?
Conduct RiskCompliancePremium

Why are PEPs under increased scrutiny?

As PEPs are a controversial topic in the banking sector, it is important to conduct enhanced due diligence to minimise the risk.

158771328 December 2022
The hidden costs of golden visas
KYCAML

The hidden costs of golden visas

What are Golden Visa schemes and how are they used to propagate corruption and money laundering? Learn what the EU is doing to prevent such programs

154191025 November 2022