Tagged: compliance

March 12, 2026 @ 3:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has published a detailed assessment of the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) March 2026 Targeted Report on Stablecoins and Unhosted Wallets. Released recently this month, the analysis underscores a major regulatory pivot: authorities worldwide must move beyond traditional on-and-off ramps to… Read More

March 11, 2026 @ 11:13 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Elliptic has indicated that stablecoins have emerged as the backbone of on-chain transactions, powering everything from everyday payments to complex DeFi protocols. Blockchain intelligence firm Elliptic also mentioned that this popularity has made them the preferred vehicle for illicit finance. Elliptic pointed out that while… Read More

March 9, 2026 @ 4:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

TRM Labs has indicated that community banks and credit unions across the United States are no longer viewing cryptocurrencies as a distant trend confined to online exchanges and specialized apps. TRM Labs pointed out that, instead, these institutions now recognize indirect exposure through everyday transactions… Read More

March 7, 2026 @ 4:24 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Vivox AI, a UK-based technology company building regulator-ready, atomic AI agents for AML, KYB/KYC and financial crime, has raised £1.3 million (€1.5 million) to accelerate product development and scale its enterprise platform. The round includes backing from Axel Weber, former president of Germany’s central bank… Read More

March 1, 2026 @ 2:57 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs continues to focus on enhancing legal and financial frameworks for cryptocurrency ecosystems. Recent updates from the blockchain and crypto networks analytics company highlight innovative approaches to leveraging blockchain data in judicial proceedings and risk management for crypto-integrated financial products. These… Read More

February 26, 2026 @ 9:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PwC US unveiled a new partnership with Anthropic, aimed at accelerating the rollout of advanced AI agents for enterprise use in heavily regulated industries. The effort starts with applications in finance, as well as healthcare and life sciences. This initiative helps companies move beyond early-stage… Read More

February 24, 2026 @ 8:19 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK Finance has spotlighted a critical evolution in how institutions manage detection tools. A recent blog post, authored by Aleksandra Bojarzyn of KPMG UK alongside colleagues Ashley Lai, Rachel Olson, and Alisheik Akbar Ali, urges firms to move past basic regulatory checkboxes. Financial crime models—used… Read More

February 18, 2026 @ 3:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Stablecoins have solidified their position as foundational infrastructure in the cryptocurrency and web3 ecosystem, enabling everyday payments and settlements far beyond speculative trading. According to a detailed analysis released by blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs, 2025 represented a pivotal year for these assets. Monthly transaction… Read More

February 15, 2026 @ 12:41 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

This week, ZeroDrift emerged from stealth alongside a $2 million pre-seed round to automate compliance in real time, unlocking business velocity while giving compliance teams infrastructure to scale oversight. The pre-seed round was led by a16z speedrun. The capital will support the company’s go-to-market launch,… Read More

February 10, 2026 @ 9:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Payment platform Confirmo has teamed up with blockchain infrastructure provider Paxos to deliver secure, regulated stablecoin services to companies throughout the United States. This collaboration enables U.S. enterprises in sectors like online retail, proprietary trading, foreign exchange, and payroll to access compliant digital asset handling,… Read More

February 5, 2026 @ 2:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a new alert issued on February 2, 2026, New York Attorney General Letitia James has highlighted the dangers associated with unregulated prediction markets, particularly as excitement builds for major sporting events like the Super Bowl. These online platforms allow users to wager on the… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 11:06 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Payments Canada has named Lisa Ford as its new Chief Legal and Policy Officer (CLPO). The appointment, set to take effect on February 17, 2026, underscores the organization’s push toward enhanced governance and adaptability in an increasingly dynamic financial sector. This leadership shift aims to… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 6:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

MoonPay has recently forged alliances with Chainalysis and Unit21. This latest collaboration aims to streamline compliance processes for the fintech platform, which boasts more than 30 million users and collaborations with over 500 entities worldwide. By merging advanced blockchain analytics with sophisticated case management tools,… Read More

January 30, 2026 @ 2:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Regtech firm Prove has commented on how the Super Bowl has transformed from a one-day spectacle into an extended betting extravaganza, thanks to innovative platforms and gaming tech. Regtech Prove explained that what was once a single high-stakes event now spans months, fostering a continuous… Read More

January 5, 2026 @ 6:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PwC is significantly expanding its involvement in the cryptocurrency sector following years of measured caution. This strategic pivot comes as the U.S. regulatory landscape becomes more supportive of digital assets, particularly with the enactment of new legislation governing stablecoins. Paul Griggs, PwC’s U.S. senior partner… Read More

December 31, 2025 @ 12:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Elliptic has partnered with Obsidiam, a Costa Rica based stablecoin services provider, and its Swiss sister company, Volcanic Glass, to enhance compliance and transparency in cross-border payments. The partnership will now aim to support Obsidiam’s mission to help build Latin America’s on-chain economy by providing “regulated,… Read More

December 20, 2025 @ 10:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

LSEG and Citi announced a multi‑year strategic partnership to deploy LSEG’s data, analytics and workflow solutions at enterprise scale. The partnership strengthens Citi’s data foundations, supports its broader modernisation efforts and enhances the quality and speed of client delivery. Under the multi-year agreement, LSEG’s data… Read More

December 17, 2025 @ 8:17 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

A new report from Tipalti on AI in finance finds that trust and transparency are two key concerns as more companies adopt the emerging technology. The State of AI in Finance: Exploring the AI Trust Gap surveyed 500 companies from Canada, the United Kingdom, and… Read More

December 16, 2025 @ 4:17 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Ncontracts’ The Future of Compliance describes compliance’s transition from more of a mundane obligation into a strategic priority. However, that change, still ongoing, has been far from smooth. Compliance has become a strategic function, with 82% of respondents saying they are satisfied with board and… Read More

December 15, 2025 @ 12:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Germany’s regulatory authority BaFin has reportedly imposed stricter oversight on digital bank N26, which now includes certain limits on new business based in the Netherlands along with the appointment of a special monitor. As widely reported, this is not the first time that N26 has… Read More