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Sumsub and Elliptic Join Forces to Fight Crypto Crime

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Global verification provider Sumsub has partnered Elliptic, a cryptoasset risk management firm, to bolster its crypto transaction monitoring and Travel Rule solutions. The need for such solutions is critical as blockchain-related crime continues to rise. The combined solution helps firms meet challenging regulatory requirements.

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‘Travel Rule’ To Force Crypto Exchanges To Share Customer Data

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The director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), Kenneth Blanco, said on Friday (Nov. The director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), Kenneth Blanco, said on Friday (Nov. It [travel rule] applies to CVCs [convertible virtual currencies], and we expect that you will comply, period,” Blanco said.

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U.S. Gov’t. Will Enforce AML Rules For Crypto

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The director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), Kenneth Blanco, said on Friday (Nov. The director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), Kenneth Blanco, said on Friday (Nov. It [travel rule] applies to CVCs [convertible virtual currencies], and we expect that you will comply, period,” Blanco said.

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Understanding the FCA’s proposed updates to the Financial Crime Guide

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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is proposing significant updates to its Financial Crime Guide. The FCA aims to assist firms in understanding regulatory expectations while empowering them to assess the adequacy of their financial crime systems and controls. However, the proposed changes don’t stop there.

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Here’s How 10 APAC Markets Are Approaching Crypto Regulation

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Japan Japan, as a forerunner in the adoption of customised cryptocurrency regulations, rolled out both the Travel Rule and stablecoin regulations in June 2023. Looking ahead to 2024, South Korea is poised to intensify its efforts in curbing cryptocurrency-related crimes, particularly those originating from North Korea.

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Sumsub Improves Crypto Transaction Monitoring With Elliptic Integration

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Full-cycle verification platform, Sumsub has enhanced its Crypto Transaction Monitoring and Travel Rule solutions following an integration with Elliptic , the cryptoasset risk manager. The partnership will be especially effective as blockchain-related crime is a growing concern.

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Deep Dive: Cracking Down On Cryptocurrency Exchange Cybercrime With AML/KYC Compliance

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Cryptocurrency-related crimes totaled $4.3 The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, announced in November 2019 that it would begin strictly enforcing the “travel rule” for cryptocurrency exchanges. billion in 2019, a larger sum than in 2017 and 2018 combined.

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