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

Fintech News

A recent comprehensive report by Chainalysis sheds light on the intricate world of crypto-related money laundering. The Scale of Crypto Money Laundering The magnitude of crypto-related money laundering is staggering. Usage of mixers peaked in 2022, with over US$1.5 billion of value received in April alone.

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European Central Bank To Launch Network Of Watchdogs To Fight Money Laundering

PYMNTS

The European Central Bank is gearing up to launch a network of watchdogs that share information on money laundering in an effort to increase scrutiny of banks. Reuters noted that Nouy said the new initiative was “in full respect of the allocation of anti-money laundering responsibilities within the current legal framework.”

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The EBA issues ‘travel rule’ guidance to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing in transfers of funds and crypto assets

Neopay

The European Banking Authority (EBA) issued new Guidelines on the so-called ‘travel rule’, i.e. the information that should accompany transfers of funds and certain crypto assets. This rule will help tackle the abuse of such transfers for money laundering and terrorist financing purposes.

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Navigating legal uncertainty: How the Digital Assets Bill could impact PSPs

The Payments Association

The introduction of the Digital Assets Bill and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)s ongoing efforts to regulate cryptoassets demonstrates the regulator’s intentions to further define just how digital assets are governed and traded.

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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

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has launched a public consultation on new Guidelines on preventing the abuse of funds and certain crypto-assets transfers for money laundering and terrorist financing purposes. The consultation runs until 26 February 2024.

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ECB Publishes First Progress Report on Digital Euro Preparation Phase

Fintech Finance

In line with current practice, payment service providers would only have access to the personal data that are required to ensure compliance with EU law, such as anti-money laundering regulations. To use data for commercial purposes, payment service providers would need users’ explicit consent.

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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.