In a show of force for cross-agency collaboration, the National Crime Agency (NCA) has spearheaded a widespread crackdown on high street crime with Operation Machinize,
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recently levied a substantial £16,675,200 fine against Metro Bank PLC (Metro) for significant shortcomings in its financial crime prevention systems
With the change in the anti-money laundering (AML) supervisory approach of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), many firms are nervous about whether they will face
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) significantly increased its anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) supervision activity in 2022-23. During this period, the FCA employed
HM Treasury has initiated an open consultation aimed at refining the Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs) to bolster their effectiveness while reducing burdens on legitimate customers.
In a recent move, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has taken a significant step in addressing the prevalent anti-money laundering (AML) shortcomings among Annex 1
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) convened its February plenary from 21 to 23 February 2024, addressing crucial issues concerning money laundering, terrorism financing, and
Starting 4 March 2024, the National Crime Agency (NCA) is rolling out a new system for Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). The current SAR Online System
In a recent development, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined ADM Investor Services International Limited (ADMISI), a prominent broker, a staggering £6,470,600. This substantial
On 18th July 2023, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) hosted an informative webinar in collaboration with the UK FIU, focusing on tackling financial crime within