AntiMoneyLaundering

Philippines Set to Exit FATF Watchlist: Boosting Cross-Border Transactions

1 month ago

The Philippines is on track to be removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, a move that is expected to significantly enhance the country's business environment and improve cross-border deals. This development follows concerted efforts by the Philippine government to strengthen its anti-money laundering and terrorist financing measures, which had previously placed the country under increased surveillance by the FATF.

Bank of America Agrees to Anti-Money Laundering Consent Agreement with OCC

3 months ago

In a significant move towards enhancing its compliance protocols, Bank of America (BofA) has recently entered into a consent agreement with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). This action follows a series of findings from a comprehensive review of the bank’s anti-money laundering (AML) practices.

Metro Bank Hit with £16.7 Million Penalty for Lapses in Anti-Money Laundering Protocols

5 months ago

Metro Bank, a prominent player in the UK's banking sector, has come under fire following a hefty fine totaling £16.7 million, equivalent to approximately $20.5 million. This reprimand was issued by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which cited significant failures in the bank's anti-money laundering (AML) systems and controls. The financial impact stems from deficiencies that the FCA determined could lead to severe repercussions if not rectified.