March 2013 – May 2013

March 2013 – May 2013, Practical Solutions

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Many banks and other financial institutions are struggling to stay current with anti-money-laundering (AML) regulations. Regulators have assessed several high-profile enforcement actions, fines, and penalties against financial organizations with lax controls over money laundering. Some of these actions were the result of an institution's failure...
March 2013 – May 2013, Practical Solutions

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As the number and complexity of sanctions increase, regulators worldwide continue to step up their scrutiny of banks and other financial institutions to ensure compliance. Considered the initial line of defense against money laundering and terrorist financing, financial institutions have witnessed the intensified focus on...
Brazil
Global Financial Crime Review, March 2013 – May 2013

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Brazil represents one of the most dynamic countries in the world in terms of business opportunities. It is Latin America's largest economy and possesses substantial natural resources and a relatively liberal economic environment. Various think tanks and NGOs (e.g., Heritage Foundation/Transparency International) do; however, single...
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AFC Challenges, Featured Articles for App Home, March 2013 – May 2013

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Citizenship by Investment Programs (CIP), also known as Immigrant Investor Programs, grant citizenship to high net worth individuals who meet eligibility requirements and make significant capital investments toward stimulating a nation's economic development. Under eligibility requirements, applicants must pass criminal and security checks, and establish...