Tag: compliance
How check-cashing scams could be affecting your customers
September 7, 2020
If you run a crypto business, be on the lookout for signs of check-cashing scams. This old-fashioned fraud is as prevalent as ever. Even...
The ‘Social Security Administration’ scam cryptos should be aware of
July 27, 2020
The Social Security Administration will never call an individual to demand payment in cryptocurrency or any other form. We explain what to do about...
3 popular crypto business models and their unique compliance needs
June 15, 2020
These are the respective risks and compliance countermeasures for the top three most common cryptocurrency business models. If you’re an entrepreneur, we’ll explain the...
What is a bitcoin ATM? What consumers should know
June 8, 2020
There are over 2,000 Bitcoin ATMs in the United States alone. If you’re curious about investing in cryptocurrency, one of these machines might be...
Token Risk Analysis: A Best Practice For Bitcoin Compliance
May 18, 2020
Robust risk analysis of the coins offered by money services businesses, including bitcoin ATMs, is an industry best practice that will eventually become a...
8 Important Ways You Can Test Your Compliance
May 11, 2020
You might be good at getting your compliance in tip-top shape ahead of an annual review, but could your business pass a surprise examination...
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...
A Warning To Businesses About COVID-19 Compliance And Scams
April 27, 2020
What’s expected of AML compliance during the pandemic? Business as usual, says FinCEN. Economic slowdowns could hurt bitcoin ATM owners, and new, pandemic-inspired scams...
How To Record Funds Travel Rule Compliance
April 20, 2020
We’ve explained how the Funds Travel Rule applies to cryptocurrency businesses, but what’s the best way to record compliance with the guidance? To this...
