AML Enforcement 2023

    6 reported AML enforcement actions totalling approx. $5.3bn. Totals are approximate US dollar equivalents (£1 ≈ $1.27, A$1 ≈ $0.66). Back to full tracker.

    Major Crypto Exchange

    CryptoUSFinCEN/OFAC2023

    $4.3bn

    Violations of the Bank Secrecy Act, sanctions regulations, and failing to implement an effective AML programme.

    Major Casino Operator

    GamingAustraliaAUSTRAC2023

    A$450m

    Serious and systemic non-compliance with AML/CTF obligations including customer due diligence failures.

    International Bank (UK Branch)

    £7.6m

    Failures in AML controls for correspondent banking relationships.

    UK Law Firm (SRA Action)

    £233k

    Failings in client due diligence and source of funds checks for property transactions.

    Multiple UK Estate Agencies (HMRC Action)

    £500k+

    Multiple firms fined for failure to register for AML supervision and inadequate customer due diligence.

    Crypto Exchange (Russia-linked)

    CryptoUSFinCEN2023

    $700m

    Operating as an unlicensed money transmitting business and processing funds linked to ransomware and darknet markets.

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