Category: Articles

What Are PEPs? Definitions, Requirements, And Types

In today's world of compliance, the term "PEP" carries huge significance for various financial institutions. Identifying PEP, short for Politically...

12 January 2024

Navigating The Challenges Of Watchlist Screening In The Indian Business Environment

In the ever-evolving landscape of global business, regulatory compliance and risk management have become paramount. Companies operating in India face...

11 January 2024

Challenges And Solutions In Remote KYC Processes

To address traditional KYC issues, innovative Remote KYC solutions like Video KYC (V-KYC) have emerged, revolutionizing the way identity verification...

5 January 2024

HM Treasury Advisory Notice: A Critical Focus On High-Risk Third Countries

On December 4, 2023, the HM Treasury released an updated advisory notice, reiterating the stringent measures businesses must adhere to...

18 December 2023

Russia-Cyprus Confidential Ties

The ICIJ conducted an investigation called the Cyprus Confidential that revealed various ties with Russian oligarchs.

6 December 2023

The Basel AML Index 2023: A Comprehensive Analysis Of Global Money Laundering And Terrorist Financing Risks

The recently unveiled the Basel AML Index 2023 examines the escalating risks associated with money laundering and terrorist financing.

5 December 2023

FATF Plenary Meeting October 2023: Strengthening Global Efforts Against Financial Crime

The fourth FATF Plenary Meeting is the decision-making body of the FATF. The FATF Plenary meeting happens three times a...

16 November 2023

RBI Amends KYC Directions, 2023

On October 17, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) made a significant move to enhance the effectiveness of the...

8 November 2023

U.S. Targets Hamas And Announces New Sanctions

The United States on Oct 18th 2023 took significant measures including renewed sanctions on Hamas members and its financial network...

27 October 2023

Regulatory Challenges Faced By New Age Fintech Companies

Fintech or financial technology companies are on the rise and they are giving tough competition to traditional financial service providers,...

7 September 2023