Category: Compliance 101
The NFT market needs AML compliance. Here’s what businesses should do.
January 24, 2022
NFTs are here to stay. But regulators are beginning to crack down on financial crime in the space. If you work with NFTs, here’s...
UPDATED: What cryptos need to know about cybersecurity
March 1, 2021
It’s time for every cryptocurrency business, from exchanges to kiosk operators, to take cybersecurity more seriously. The problem? You’re pretty much on your own....
How Does Bitcoin Money Laundering Hurt Businesses?
May 25, 2020
Billions of dollars have been laundered through cryptocurrency exchanges — bitcoin businesses often find themselves on the front lines Money laundering is a significant...
When Will I Need A Board Or BSA Compliance Officer?
May 4, 2020
Even if your business is too small for a Board of Directors or Compliance Officer, certain requirements must be met. In financial institutions, including...
Cryptocompliance 101: How To Know If A Customer Is A Politically Exposed Person (PEP)
October 7, 2019
It’s an exciting time to be involved in a cryptocurrency business because the industry is so new and growing so quickly. It’s a lucrative...
Cryptocompliance 101: How To File Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) For Crypto Business
September 30, 2019
When a suspicious transaction takes place, the right people need to know. A Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) is the tool financial institutions use to...
Cryptocompliance 101: How your business should incorporate the Funds Travel Rule
September 10, 2019
UPDATE: Funds Travel Rule compliance remains a contentious and unsettled issue within the cryptocurrency space. While a solution is not yet present as of...
Do all crypto business models require a board of directors?
August 19, 2019
A board of directors sounds like something you’d find at a major corporation, not a small-time bitcoin ATM operator. But according to regulators, the...
Cryptocompliance 101: How To Assess HIFCA And HIDTA Risk For MSBs
August 12, 2019
If you’re newer to crypto, you might hear the acronyms HIFCA and HIDTA tossed about in relation to risk analysis. If so, you’ve probably...