Financial Action Task Force

‘Crypto’ regulation enters new phase in Russia, Thailand
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4 September, 2026

‘Crypto’ regulation enters new phase in Russia, Thailand

Russia launches crypto rules, Thailand expands access to overseas derivatives as the G20 pushes for clearer digital asset regulations and...
Ireland unveils AML plan with tougher crypto, travel rule measures
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20 August, 2026

Ireland unveils AML plan with tougher crypto, travel rule measures

Ireland launches its national AML strategy, adding enhanced checks for private crypto wallet transfers and stricter due diligence on overseas...
South Korea seeks wider, stricter Travel Rule enforcement
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29 June, 2026

South Korea seeks wider, stricter Travel Rule enforcement

South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit urges expanding FATF’s crypto Travel Rule, calling for stricter AML controls and stronger global enforcement.
FATF warns stablecoin P2P transfer risks, urges global rules
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9 March, 2026

FATF warns stablecoin P2P transfer risks, urges global rules

The Financial Action Task Force warns stablecoins and unhosted wallets could enable illicit finance via P2P transfers without regulated intermediaries.
Stablecoins: Banks’ enemy, AI’s ally, Russia’s sanctions bypasser
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6 March, 2026

Stablecoins: Banks’ enemy, AI’s ally, Russia’s sanctions bypasser

Stablecoins pose challenges for traditional banking and money laundering, prompting calls for global regulatory frameworks and adaptable AML/CFT measures.
Global coordination or fragmentation on digital asset standards?
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31 December, 2025

Global coordination or fragmentation on digital asset standards?

As crypto adoption surges and market cap surpasses $4T in 2025, global regulators push for unified AML and tax standards,...