Recent FATF assessments in the MEA region show mixed results for AML/CFT compliance in relation to virtual assets, including the Travel Rule, with only a small percent of jurisdictions meeting the criteria fully.
At the same time, nations like the UAE, Bahrain and South Africa are embracing virtual assets, creating a dynamic regulatory environment that could set precedents for others. Still, the broader MEA region struggles with uniform application of the FATF’s guidelines.
Join us to learn how MEA’s changing regulatory frameworks will impact your operations and overall strategy. This webinar will explore the challenges and opportunities presented by FATF Standards, including the Travel Rule. We’ll bring together industry experts and technology providers to give you a clear picture of what’s happening now and what to expect in the future.
Topics covered:
– Overview of virtual asset regulations in the MEA region.
– Understanding the Travel Rule and implementation challenges.
– Experiences on the Travel Rule in the MEA region and best practices for compliance.
– The future of crypto regulations in the MEA region.
Speakers:
– Chloe Chen, Compliance Strategic Initiatives Lead at GTR
– Kokila Alagh, Founder of KARM Legal Consultants
– Samir Safar-Aly, Counsel, Financial Regulation, Compliance & Investigations (MENA-wide), MENA Fintech & AI Lead at Baker & McKenzie
– Anastasia Sakharova, Head of the Fintech Compliance Team at Sumsub
– Ilya Brovin, Chief Growth Officer at Sumsub
Moderator:
– Jack Wong, Global BD at GTR
This session is highly recommended for VASPs, crypto asset managers, compliance consultants, and legal professionals looking to navigate the complexities of FATF compliance and understand the evolving regulatory frameworks in the MEA region.
All participants joining us online will receive a certificate of attendance. Register now to secure your spot and stay ahead in the ever-changing world of crypto.
