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Navigating AML obligations in the age of virtual IBANs

The Payments Association

While vIBANs offer innovation in payment systems, they introduce risks like money laundering due to insufficient oversight. Payment Service Providers must strengthen due diligence, monitoring, and collaboration with regulators to address these risks. Why is it important? What’s next?

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The Fed’s crypto pivot: Unlocking banking access and its impact on payments

The Payments Association

Crypto and digital asset firms have long faced difficulties in securing stable banking relationships, largely due to ongoing regulatory uncertainty. Many banks have been hesitant to engage with these businesses, citing concerns over compliance burdens, anti-money laundering (AML) obligations, and the inherent volatility of digital assets.