Regulation & Policy
Follow the latest developments in anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, proliferation financing and sanctions regulation. Coverage includes new laws, regulatory guidance, consultation papers, international standards and policy changes affecting regulated businesses and compliance professionals.
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Brazil Introduces 24-Hour Review Window for Higher-Risk Crypto Transfers
Brazil is introducing a 24-hour review window for certain higher-risk virtual asset transfers as part of a broader effort to strengthen fraud controls around crypto…
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FinCEN Finalizes Broad Beneficial Ownership Reporting Exemption for U.S. Companies
The U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has finalized a rule permanently removing beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements for U.S. companies and U.S. persons…
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South Africa Holds Public Hearings on AML/CFT Amendment Bill Ahead of Next FATF Evaluation
South Africa’s Parliament held public hearings on 11 August 2026 on the General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorism Financing) Amendment Bill [B15–2026], a wide-ranging…
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OCC Rejects Bunq US Charter Over Compliance Concerns
The OCC has rejected Dutch fintech Bunq’s US national bank charter application, citing significant compliance concerns and slowing its American expansion.
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Brazil Tightens Crypto Transfer Rules to Curb Fraud
Brazil’s central bank has introduced new anti-fraud rules that will allow certain cryptocurrency transfers to be delayed for up to 24 hours, responding to the…
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EU Weighs Action Over Beneficial Ownership Register Access
The European Commission may act against member states that have not implemented access rules for beneficial ownership registers.
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FCA Steps Up Scrutiny of Unregulated Lenders
The FCA is increasing scrutiny of unregulated lenders, leasing companies and money brokers over financial crime and market risks.
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AMLA Surveys Payment Firms on Central Contact Point Rules
AMLA is surveying payment and e-money firms as it prepares to update EU rules governing central contact points.
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SEC Creates Unit for Accounting and Reporting Fraud
The SEC has established a specialised enforcement unit focused on accounting and financial reporting misconduct.
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Bank of America Warns of Possible New AML Penalties
Bank of America says it is discussing a resolution with the OCC over deficiencies addressed in a December 2024 AML consent order.
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