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AML compliance in cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrencies are a popular way to conduct financial transactions, with its potential for fast and secure transfers. However, cryptocurrency also poses a risk of money laundering and terrorist financing. As a result, organizations must adhere to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance regulations to protect users from these risks. This article will explain AML compliance in detail,

Anti Money Laundering (AML)

What is money laundering (ML)? Money laundering is the process of ‘cleaning’ illicit financial gain from criminal activity to make the funds appear legal. Typically, this involves three parts; the placement, layering and integration of tainted funds. Placement of illicit funds entails criminals inserting funds into the financial system (i.e. opening a bank account). The

Asset Confiscation

Confiscation or forfeiture takes place through a judicial or administrative procedure that transfers the ownership of specified funds or other assets to the state(s). Upon transfer, the person(s) or entity (ies) that held an interest in the specified funds or other assets at the time of the confiscation or forfeiture lose all rights priorly exercised