Europe Compliance With AML Standards When Monitoring Crypto Low, Says Watchdog

Europe Compliance With AML Standards When Monitoring Crypto Low, Says Watchdog

MONEYVAL, Europe’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CFT) watchdog, has prioritized monitoring the crypto industry, as well as “gatekeeper” professionals like attorneys and accountants, in European countries’ efforts to prevent money laundering. Watchdog Says Europe Need Better AML Laws MONEYVAL called on European countries to review conformity with international standards and develop tighter regulatory measures […]


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