FATF Recommendation 16 — the Travel Rule — extends originator and beneficiary information requirements from wire transfers to crypto-asset transfers. Implementation varies by jurisdiction, the sunrise problem persists, and three major messaging protocols compete. This guide covers what compliance teams need to know operationally.
6AMLD harmonized the criminal-law foundation of EU AML — broadening predicate offences, extending criminal liability to legal persons, and codifying aiding and abetting. With the EU AML Regulation and AMLA now layered on top, understanding 6AMLD’s continuing role is essential for compliance teams.
MAS Notice 626 is the principal AML/CFT obligation for banks operating in Singapore, supplemented by Notice 626A for branches of foreign banks. This guide walks through the structure, the customer due diligence and EDD requirements, the transaction monitoring and STR obligations, and what MAS actually inspects when assessing compliance.
