Do you need a license to trade cryptocurrency?
The answer is: it depends on what kind of trading you’re engaged in. We take a closer look at what kind of trading activities constitute…
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A Decade of Crypto Compliance Insight—and We’re Just Getting Started
Clear, practical analysis of evolving AML and compliance expectations.
We track global regulatory developments and translate them into practical compliance insight while monitoring technological shifts shaping digital assets.
3 big regulatory trends that will impact cryptocurrency in 2021
The cryptocurrency regulatory landscape continues to shift rapidly, and next year will show no signs of slowing down. Here are the 3 biggest trends that…
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Ransomware scams are on the rise: What cryptos need to know for SAR filing
FinCEN and OFAC released joint advisories warning businesses about an increase in ransomware scams, along with new instructions for Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) filing. Here’s…
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3 risks your customers need to be aware of
Regulators are increasingly turning their focus to the crypto space, and consumer protection continues to be a major theme. What can businesses do to show…
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Banks are highly exposed to crypto, and FinCEN has noticed
FinCEN Director Kenneth A. Blanco pointedly warns traditional banks to understand their exposure to crypto in keynote remarks. Anyone who runs a cryptocurrency financial institution…
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3 SAR filing tips based on emerging best practices
Guidance on suspicious and/or unusual activity reporting for cryptos is always evolving. Here are 3 tips based on the latest compliance best practices for your…
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Crypto investment scams: what businesses need to know for consumer protection
First-time or existing customers may be vulnerable to fraudulent investment schemes that promise high returns that never materialize. Here are some red flags businesses should…
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California’s Crypto Regulatory Framework Is Back In Play
A rider bill that recently passed in the California legislature suggests a stalled regulatory overhaul with big implications for cryptocurrency is once again in motion.…
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Prize scams: What crypto businesses can do to prepare
First-time customers attempting to purchase cryptocurrency because they “won the lottery” or some other prize could be victims of a scam in progress. Here’s how…
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