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Bybit Lands in Argentina With VASP and Card Operator Approval

The Fintech Times

In April 2024, the country reviewed the legal framework for virtual assets declaring that providers must register and comply with the duty to report to authorities. This reflects the growing acceptance of digital assets within the country’s legal framework.

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Understanding Crypto Money Laundering, and How to Get a Handle on It

Fintech News

The rapid ascent of cryptocurrency has ushered in a new era of financial innovation, but it has also created novel challenges in combating financial crime. This decrease suggests that the anti-money laundering (AML) programmes of centralised exchanges are becoming more effective at detecting and mitigating laundering activity.

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The global impact of money laundering in 2024

Neopay

Digital Identity Verification: Digital identity verification in financial services surged to 77% in 2021, reflecting a growing awareness of the importance of combating financial crime. Europe, for example, continues to lead in the implementation of stringent AML regulations.

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The EBA consults on new Guidelines on preventing the abuse of funds and certain crypto-assets transfers for money laundering and terrorist financing purposes

Neopay

These Guidelines aim at forging a common understanding to ensure the consistent application of EU law as well as a stronger anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regime. The consultation runs until 26 February 2024.

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Young Bitcoin Trader Indicted On Money Laundering Charges

PYMNTS

Said prosecutors in their own document announcing the charges: “Burrell’s activities ‘blew a giant hole’ through the legal framework of U.S. In another allegation against Burrell, he evaded reporting requirements by attempting to smuggle as much as $1 million from Mexico into the U.S.

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An Overview of Payment Regulation In The USA

Clearly Payments

Additionally, payment regulation mandates stringent security measures, data protection standards, and adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) regulations to thwart fraud, cybersecurity breaches, and illicit financial activities.