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05 Dec 2023
The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 require the UK regulated sector to apply enhanced customer due diligence in relation to high-risk third countries. Regulation 33(1)(b) of the MLRs requires regulated businesses to apply enhanced customer due diligence measures and enhanced on...
20 Nov 2023
Francesco Fulcoli - Chief Compliance Officer and MLRO The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill is now officially a part of UK company law. This momentous occasion marks a significant turning point in the history of Companies House. This legislation provides the necessary tools to play a more significant role in combating economic crime a...
20 Oct 2023
Francesco Fulcoli – Chief Compliance Officer The Financial Conduct Authority recently conducted an extensive review of payment account providers' systems and controls against money mule activity, shedding light on both positive practices and areas that require enhancement. Money mules have emerged as a crucial component of fraudulent schemes, ena...
12 Oct 2023
Francesco Fulcoli – Chief Compliance Officer The world of cryptocurrency and digital assets has been on a rollercoaster ride in recent years, with massive price fluctuations, evolving technologies, and an increasing number of market participants. To ensure the stability and integrity of the financial sector, the European Union (EU) has introduced ...