Walking Into Webs: AML and the Metaverse
As the famous and often cited Shakespeare quote goes, “What’s in a name…?” A name can give purpose, form the basis of uniqueness or, in...
OFAC Calls for Geolocation Tools and Blockchain Intelligence
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has focused on cryptocurrency over the last few years. OFAC has used sanctions and enforcement actions to go...
Best Practices for Evolving Your Risk Assessment Process
"If you do not change direction, you might end up where you are heading.” The quote by Lao Tzu feels appropriate considering the "If you...
Resume Advice for the AFC Professional
In 2016, an article in ACAMS Today provided information and tips on crafting effective resumes. Fast-forward to 2020, when the rapid spread of the COVID-19...
Red Hot Careers Worth Considering
The financial services sector, especially in the financial technology (fintech) area, has experienced a wave of layoffs lately. Below are six career options that are...
Central Bank Digital Currency and What It Means to the AFC Industry
According to the Guinness World Records, the first paper-based currency was developed during China’s Tang Dynasty in the seventh century1 and later introduced to Europe...