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These seven questions can help cross-border financial institutions identify weaknesses in their AML evidence, investigations and remediation before the 2027 AMLA selection process.

AMLA will select up to 40 high-risk cross-border financial institutions for direct supervision. Here is what potentially eligible organisations should prepare before the 2027 selection process.

Learn about the key sanctions and compliance risks of doing business in Venezuela, and the due diligence measures companies should reassess now, with guidance from A Data Pro’s Risk Intelligence experts.

Sanction lists are essential tools for compliance, due diligence, and risk management. However, as our Risk Intelligence team points out to our clients on the daily, these lists often fall short of providing the full picture.

Being politically exposed does not make someone a criminal, nor does it imply that they are involved in illegal activities. But they do pose a bigger risk than the regular individual.

Learn about AML/KYC compliance requirements in the US. Find out the latest AML laws, KYC requirements, penalties, and how to stay compliant in 2025.

Discover how AML laws have evolved due to geopolitical shifts and technological advances. Explore the impacts on financial institutions and the importance of international collaboration.

Implicit sanctions impose indirect restrictions that can catch businesses off guard. Learn how they differ from explicit sanctions, and why constant monitoring of ownership and international relationships is crucial to avoid financial, legal, and reputational risks.

Learn what sports exposed persons (SEPs) are, and how these individuals are causing growing concerns about varying illicit financial risks in sports.

Enhanced Due Diligence is no longer optional—it is essential. In this Risk Hotspots edition, we uncover real-world cases where deeper scrutiny made all the difference in avoiding compliance risks.

Get ahead of financial crime and regulatory pitfalls in 2025 with advice from our Risk Intelligence experts! Discover 15 real-world risk cases from Q4 2024, including cryptocurrency scams, tax fraud, and major bank fines.

Discover expert insights on global risks, from Thailand's casino debates to Brazil’s match-fixing penalties, and learn how businesses can navigate regulatory changes and avoid hefty fines.