Financial Action Task Force

EU sees ‘crypto,’ AI as risks for money laundering, terrorism
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31 July, 2025

EU sees ‘crypto,’ AI as risks for money laundering, terrorism

The EBA underscored the growing risk of fraud by AI, with criminals using the tech to automate laundering schemes, forge...
Marcos on PH’s FATF ‘grey’ list exit: The work is not yet finished
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20 May, 2025

Marcos on PH’s FATF ‘grey’ list exit: The work is not yet finished

The Philippines' president described the exit from the grey list as a national accomplishment, stressing the need for continued vigilance.
South Africa implements FATF Travel Rule for digital assets
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9 May, 2025

South Africa implements FATF Travel Rule for digital assets

The Travel Rule took effect on April 30 and requires digital asset users to share information about their transaction counterparties...
Did China link its CBDC to 10 ASEAN, 6 Middle Eastern countries?
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25 April, 2025

Did China link its CBDC to 10 ASEAN, 6 Middle Eastern countries?

Reports have claimed the integration will make the digital yuan a major rival to the USD’s dominance, and that it...
Vietnam sets blockchain vision for regional leadership
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1 November, 2024

Vietnam sets blockchain vision for regional leadership

Vietnam's Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc issued Decision No. 1236/QD-TTg, emphasizing blockchain's potential as a major driver of the Fourth...
South Africa issues 63 new VASP licenses, launches probe into 30 unlicensed firms
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17 July, 2024

South Africa issues 63 new VASP licenses, launches probe into 30 unlicensed firms

The FSCA has licensed 138 VASPs from 383 applications, while the FATF warns that 97% of Africa struggles with digital...
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