AFC Challenges

A new era in financial crime partnerships
AFC Challenges, Compliance, Practical Solutions

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Financial crime transcends national borders, industries and financial institutions, which is why collaborative partnerships are essential to detect, deter and disrupt serious and organized crime. In the world of anti-money laundering (AML) regulation and financial intelligence, the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), has...
The three Cs of financial crime: Collusion, conspiracy, complicity
AFC Challenges, AFC Policy, June – August 2025

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Collusion, conspiracy and complicity are three words that are often used interchangeably to characterize dishonest and deceitful behavior perpetrated by individuals in relation to financial crime. There can be a fine line between understanding the difference between collusion and conspiracy. Collusion is best described as...
Financial Investigations and Confiscation in Fighting Crime
AFC Challenges, Europe Express, Featured Column, Global Financial Crime Review

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Rapid technological development, digital society, mass globalization, migration and political turbulence are confronting the fight against crime with new challenges. Despite small fluctuations depending on geographical area and crime types, traditional methods seem ineffective. Crime is increasing, becoming more transnational and organized. In addition, criminals...
Offshore Trust Structures and Feeder Fund Mechanisms
AFC Challenges, Compliance, Global Financial Crime Review, In Focus

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Offshore trusts and feeder funds remain highly effective instruments utilized by illicit actors aiming to introduce compromised funds into the U.S. financial system. While standard compliance frameworks commonly address clear-cut transactions and overt indicators, the intricate connections between privacy-focused jurisdictions, complex trust formations and intermediary...