Newly Launched Consulting Firm BitAML Offers Regulatory Compliance for Digital Currency Businesses
The digital currency ecosystem is growing exponentially, triggering complex regulatory requirements and the need for compliance experts to guide innovative market disrupters through these dynamic regulations.
Newly launched BitAML is passionate about helping digital currency startups become familiar with the most comprehensive regulatory compliance issues, identifying practical solutions that bridge the gap between regulator expectations and lean budgets. The company’s services include a turnkey AML program, on-demand expert consultation and coaching, customized compliance services, and more.
AML is a hot button topic within the digital currency community. Regulation is a leading fear within the industry, and BitAML is the only compliance company in the digital currency space founded by the very experts who have built AML compliance programs from the ground up.
BitAML focuses on helping startups enter the digital currency industry with strength, focus, and education. By helping startups with AML regulatory compliance, BitAML hopes to strengthen the overall digital currency industry. “After ten plus years in legacy bank compliance, I decided there was something I could do to help the digital currency community,” said BitAML Founder & President Joe Ciccolo about his decision to launch the unique regulatory consulting company.
The BitAML team works one-on-one with each client to discuss and identify specific needs, deliver precise solutions, and bolster success. With an expert team that is available 24/7, BitAML is proud to offer comprehensive, regulatory advice and solutions for startups and established businesses within the digital currency industry. “At BitAML, we’re sharing much needed AML compliance expertise with those that share our passion for digital currency and all the potential it holds for the future,” said Ciccolo.
BitAML: http://bitaml.com/
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