Crime
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Regulation-led compliance to dominate in 2026
The latest State of Financial Crime report by ComplyAdvantage shows a more technology-aware and risk-focused environment.
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FinTech Connect 2025: Harnessing RegTech to combat financial crime
A group of experts at the FinTech Connect event in London discussed how regulatory technologies can be best used to mitigate the growing risk of financial crime.
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“Seriously misguided” – Charles Bott KC slams UK plans to scrap juries
Speaking exclusively to GRIP at London Offshore Alert 2025, Charles Bott KC rejected the efficiency arguments ministers are using to justify the move.
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Offshore Alert: Professional training as weapon against £350 billion economic crime crisis
Two-day conference on intelligence and investigations kicked off with a discussion on the complexities of asset recovery and regulatory tension.
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AI a double-edged sword in financial fraud, UK minister warns
Incidents of financial fraud are rising in the UK, and online scams are more common than ever. Ministers are calling for using AI to address the challenge.
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Lack of secure archive and other failings lead to fine for investment adviser in France
Carat GP and its two directors have incurred a fine of €2.5m. The firm and one of its directors have also been barred by the AMF.
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Fintech wrap: Digital ID rollout concerns and fourth EU-UK Financial Regulatory Forum
The latest stories in fintech.
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OPINION: Starving Ecuador’s gangs of their cashflow
The war against Ecuador’s criminal gangs has focused on traditional approaches, featuring troops in the streets. But with the gangs turning to cryptocurrencies, it may be time for security to move from the streets to the spreadsheets.
