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FinCEN Prohibits Fund Transfers Linked to PM2BTC Amid Security Concerns
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FinCEN Prohibits Fund Transfers Linked to PM2BTC Amid Security Concerns

FinCEN has taken significant action against PM2BTC, a financial institution linked to illicit Russian financing. This order aims to bolster the U.S. financial system's security.

25 Sept 2024
FinCEN Unveils Final Rule Mandating AML/CFT Programs for Advisers
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FinCEN Unveils Final Rule Mandating AML/CFT Programs for Advisers

FinCEN has implemented a new rule that will obligate certain investment advisers to establish AML/CFT compliance programs by January 2026. This initiative is aimed at enhancing the monitoring and reporting of suspicious activities within the financial sector.

12 Sept 2024
New Anti-Money Laundering Rules Proposed for Fund Advisers
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New Anti-Money Laundering Rules Proposed for Fund Advisers

U.S. regulators unveil new guidelines aimed at strengthening anti-money laundering efforts for fund advisers. The proposed rules will enhance documentation requirements for customer identities as part of the fight against illicit financial activities.

13 May 2024
SEC and FinCEN Seek New Rules for Customer Identification in Finance
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SEC and FinCEN Seek New Rules for Customer Identification in Finance

The SEC and FinCEN propose new customer identification rules for registered investment advisers to combat illicit financial activity, aiming to strengthen the industry’s safeguards.

13 May 2024
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FinCEN Announces New Regulations for CVC Mixing to Combat Crime

FinCEN's proposed regulations targeting convertible virtual currency mixing aim to enhance transparency and combat illicit financing activities. The proposal marks a significant step in U.S. efforts to address money laundering concerns.

19 Nov 2023
FinCEN Moves to Regulate Digital Asset Mixers for Money Laundering
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FinCEN Moves to Regulate Digital Asset Mixers for Money Laundering

The U.S. Treasury's FinCEN has proposed a rule that requires financial institutions to tighten reporting on digital asset mixers to combat money laundering. This historic measure targets illicit activities involving convertible virtual currency.

3 Nov 2023
FinCEN Proposes Stricter Oversight for Global Crypto Mixing Services
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FinCEN Proposes Stricter Oversight for Global Crypto Mixing Services

The U.S. Treasury aims to enhance regulations on non-U.S. crypto mixing transactions to combat money laundering and illicit financing. The proposed rules will require more extensive reporting from financial institutions.

2 Nov 2023