Europe

December 2018 - February 2019, Europe, Global Financial Crime Review

/Leave a comment
In September 2018, the Netherlands’ largest bank, ING, received a record European fine of approximately $900 million for money laundering violations. Although ING’s fine was a particularly eye-catching figure, the money laundering violations themselves hardly felt surprising, as a number of Europe’s well-established banks...
Europe, June - August 2018, Regulatory Initiatives

/Leave a comment
Cryptocurrencies are seen as bringing innovation to the payments-services sector; furthering financial inclusion; and facilitating greater efficiency in cross-border transactions. However, as with other financial products and services, cryptocurrencies are also exposed to financial crime risks. The following article provides some background in relation to...