Introduction: Money laundering is the process of disguising illegally obtained money as legal money. This is usually done by moving funds through a series of transactions, mostly involving foreign banks, in order to conceal the true origin of the money. Anti-money laundering (AML) refers to a set of laws, regulations, and […]
Virtual Assets are booming in leaps and bounds, thanks to their growing acceptance, attractiveness, and the growing prominence of Blockchain technology in various fields. Virtual assets directly impact the financial sector and the economy in general. Intermediaries are becoming increasingly necessary as Virtual Assets move forward, providing support and facilitating […]
Oversight of the UAE’s national risk assessment process is provided by the National Committee to Combat Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organizations (NAMLCFTC). In accordance with its obligations under the Financial Action Task Force Standards, the UAE identifies and assesses money laundering and terrorist financing risks. The […]