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AML Transaction Monitoring in 2025: The Complete Guide

Financial institutions, iGaming, and crypto businesses have to implement transaction monitoring to stay compliant. Today, we’ll talk about the importance of such solutions, their risks, and best practices.

AML Transaction Monitoring in 2025: The Complete Guide
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)

Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) is a complex process that should be designed to mitigate the money laundering risks specific to a given organization. In this article, we provide an overview of how EDD works and why it’s important

Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
AML Laws and Regulations in the US 2024—What Has Changed?

Learn how financial institutions can stay AML-compliant in the United States. Explore recent regulatory changes and how businesses can ensure a smooth onboarding process

AML Laws and Regulations in the US 2024—What Has Changed?
Understanding the UN Sanctions List in 2024

Learn about the UN Sanctions List and why businesses need to consult it

Understanding the UN Sanctions List in 2024
AML/KYC Laws and Regulations in Hong Kong (2024)

Learn about the latest developments in Hong Kong’s Anti-Money Laundering regulatory framework

AML/KYC Laws and Regulations in Hong Kong (2024)
Payment Fraud Guide 2024: Detection and Prevention

Learn about the types of payment fraud out there, how they relate to money laundering, and how businesses can safeguard themselves

Payment Fraud Guide 2024: Detection and Prevention
The 10 Most Common AML Red Flags 2024—Complete Guide

Learn about the money laundering red flags indicated in the FATF’s latest report

The 10 Most Common AML Red Flags 2024—Complete Guide
Politically Exposed Person (PEP)—All You Need to Know

Learn to identify Politically Exposed Persons to safeguard your business and understand the potential risks

Politically Exposed Person (PEP)—All You Need to Know
AML/KYC Guide for Fintech Companies 2024

A comprehensive guide to Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) practices in the fintech industry

AML/KYC Guide for Fintech Companies 2024
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) in Singapore: Complete Guide 2024

This article covers everything you need to know about KYC/AML in Singapore

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) in Singapore: Complete Guide 2024
Customer Risk Assessment—All You Need to Know

Learn about risk scores, their different types, and other factors

Customer Risk Assessment—All You Need to Know
AML Compliance in the Netherlands—One of the World’s Most Innovative Economies

Learn how financial businesses can stay compliant while keeping customer onboarding smooth and avoiding regulatory fines

AML Compliance in the Netherlands—One of the World’s Most Innovative Economies
AML Regulations in St. Vincent and the Grenadines: the New Rules for Forex Brokers

Until recently a forex haven, St. Vincent and the Grenadines announced it will significantly toughen regulations for forex businesses. Let’s explore the current and incoming requirements to understand who must comply with AML rules on the island

AML Regulations in St. Vincent and the Grenadines: the New Rules for Forex Brokers
Cryptocurrency Transaction Monitoring: How It Works in 2024

Learn why crypto transaction monitoring is extremely important and how a good solution can save you from fines of up to $30M

Cryptocurrency Transaction Monitoring: How It Works in 2024
AML/KYC Guide to Germany, the World’s Top Crypto Economy

Learn about BaFin, the key anti-money laundering regulator in Germany, and what’s so special about AML regulations in the country

AML/KYC Guide to Germany, the World’s Top Crypto Economy
How to Onboard Users in Nigeria

From AML obligations to practical KYC tips, we’re sharing best practices for onboarding users in Nigeria, a country with a booming fintech market

How to Onboard Users in Nigeria
How to Comply with AML Regulations in Colombia—the Fourth Economy in Latin America

Learn why Colombia is becoming more and more attractive for businesses and how to stay compliant with local AML regulations

How to Comply with AML Regulations in Colombia—the Fourth Economy in Latin America
The Gambling Commission: AML, License Requirements, Responsible Gambling and More

Today we are covering one of the most stringent gambling regulators in the world—the Gambling Commission

The Gambling Commission: AML, License Requirements, Responsible Gambling and More
Sumsub receives a SOC 2 Type 1 report to reinforce its commitment to information security and privacy

Sumsub is proud to announce our successful completion of the SOC 2 Type 1 examination, resulting in a CPA’s report.

Sumsub receives a SOC 2 Type 1 report to reinforce its commitment to information security and privacy
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) in Banking and Finance: Compliance Outlook

How banks and financial institutions can manage their compliance risks at a minimal cost

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) in Banking and Finance: Compliance Outlook
Seamless Business Onboarding: Sumsub Introduces an All-in-one Know Your Business (KYB) Verification Solution

Check out this brand-new customizable solution for swift onboarding, regulatory compliance and effortless checks.

Seamless Business Onboarding: Sumsub Introduces an All-in-one Know Your Business (KYB) Verification Solution
The 5 Most Important AML Updates of 2021

The year is almost over, so there’s no better time to recap all the most important anti-money laundering (AML) regulations of 2021

The 5 Most Important AML Updates of 2021
Close the Sale: How to Run a Real Estate Business in a Compliant Way

Financial institutions aren’t the only entities that should fight money laundering. Realtors can also make a big difference. From customer due diligence to suspicious activity red flags—we’ve made a comprehensive guide to AML compliance in the real estate sector

Close the Sale: How to Run a Real Estate Business in a Compliant Way
Crypto Regulations in Malaysia—2025 Guide

Learn everything you need to know about crypto regulations in Malaysia in 2025.

Crypto Regulations in Malaysia—2025 Guide
Breaking Down KYC/AML Regulations in the UK: Easy-to-read Guide (2025)

The UK has advanced Anti-Money Laundering regulations in place, so compliance isn’t easy. This guide is here to help

Breaking Down KYC/AML Regulations in the UK: Easy-to-read Guide (2025)
AML and Anti-Fraud in the Crypto Industry: Complete Guide (2024)

Everything you need to know about fighting fraud in crypto and staying compliant with AML

AML and Anti-Fraud in the Crypto Industry: Complete Guide (2024)
AML High-Risk Countries

What should businesses know about high-risk countries when it comes to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations? This article covers the key points so you can stay compliant

AML High-Risk Countries
Payment Fraud Protection: Use Cases

Learn about the threat of payment fraud and how your company can prevent it.

Payment Fraud Protection: Use Cases
What is the FATF Travel Rule? The Ultimate Guide to Compliance (2024)

Learn what the controversial Travel Rule is, the difficulties countries may face with its incorporation, why you need to get ready for its widespread implementation, and how it’s different from the US FinCEN’s Travel Rule

What is the FATF Travel Rule? The Ultimate Guide to Compliance (2024)
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Policy: Step-by-Step Guide (with Template)

Learn what AML policies are and which businesses need them most. You can also get acquainted with FINRA’s template and follow the steps we’ve laid out to create your own solid AML policy

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Policy: Step-by-Step Guide (with Template)
AML/KYC Guide to The UAE—New Laws and Regulations for 2024

Learn how to stay compliant with the latest Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

AML/KYC Guide to The UAE—New Laws and Regulations for 2024
Source of Funds (SOF) vs Source of Wealth (SOW)

Learn about Source of Funds (SoF), when it’s needed, and how it differs from Source of Wealth (SoW).

Source of Funds (SOF) vs Source of Wealth (SOW)
AML Investigation and Case Management: Learn How to Effectively Spot and Report Money Laundering

Learn why an AML case management tool is essential for your business.

AML Investigation and Case Management: Learn How to Effectively Spot and Report Money Laundering
AML Regulations in Israel—One of the Strictest Jurisdictions in the World

Learn about AML regulations in Israel—one of the most attractive fintech destinations of the Middle East, but also one of the strictest

AML Regulations in Israel—One of the Strictest Jurisdictions in the World
South Africa Greylisted—How Businesses can Protect against Money Laundering in 2024

Learn about anti-money laundering requirements in South Africa, and how financial businesses can safeguard themselves after the country was greylisted by the FATF

South Africa Greylisted—How Businesses can Protect against Money Laundering in 2024
Money Laundering in the Art Trade and NFT Marketplaces (with a Prevention Checklist)

Learn how money is laundered through NFTs and the art market, how marketplaces can protect themselves, and the best ways to stay away from fraudsters and regulatory fines

Money Laundering in the Art Trade and NFT Marketplaces (with a Prevention Checklist)
Money Service Businesses and Their Money Laundering Risks

Learn about Money Service Businesses (MSBs)—also called Money or Value Transfer Services (MVTS)—and how these firms can avoid money laundering, fraud, and huge fines from regulators

Money Service Businesses and Their Money Laundering Risks
How to Help Clients Deliver a Valid Proof of Source of Wealth

Learn about proof of Source of Wealth (SoW), when it’s needed, and how it can help you minimize the risks posed by illegal activity.

How to Help Clients Deliver a Valid Proof of Source of Wealth
AML/KYC Guide to Saudi Arabia, a Fintech Destination to Look Out For

Learn how to comply with strict Saudi Arabian anti-money laundering (AML) rules and why you may actually be interested in opening a business in the country

AML/KYC Guide to Saudi Arabia, a Fintech Destination to Look Out For
CDD Checklist for KYC—4 Steps to Stay Compliant

Get your due diligence process in order by following this CDD checklist.

CDD Checklist for KYC—4 Steps to Stay Compliant
How to Comply with AML in Brazil—the Biggest StartUp Hub in Latin America

A complete and fully updated guide on AML regulations in Brazil prepared by Sumsub

How to Comply with AML in Brazil—the Biggest StartUp Hub in Latin America
How crypto businesses can balance compliance and pass rates while onboarding more users

Effective onboarding is key to success for crypto businesses. This article reveals how customization can lead to compliant, high-conversion KYC

How crypto businesses can balance compliance and pass rates while onboarding more users
Sumsub Integrates with Salesforce For Seamless User Onboarding

With this new integration, Sumsub makes it easier for Salesforce customers to verify users, stay compliant, and keep fraudsters at the door

Sumsub Integrates with Salesforce For Seamless User Onboarding
AML Compliance in Argentina—One of the Most Prominent Countries in Latin America

Everything you need to know about AML compliance in Argentina

AML Compliance in Argentina—One of the Most Prominent Countries in Latin America
How to Detect Money Laundering in Vehicle Sales

It's no secret that expensive cars, yachts, and planes can be used to disguise illegal funds. In this article, we dig into how you can detect money laundering and achieve full AML compliance in high-end vehicle sales

How to Detect Money Laundering in Vehicle Sales