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How going global can make AML compliance harder for fintechs and what to do before taking the leap
Expanding globally brings fintech growth and AML compliance challenges. Learn how to prepare your framework before taking the leap.
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Interview with Sean Yu, Vice President of Commercial for APAC at EBANX
We interview Sean Yu, who leads EBANX’s commercial strategy and merchant success across the Asia-Pacific region.
AML 101: What every fintech needs to know before launching and what established firms still get wrong
As we’ve seen in recent enforcement action, even the biggest firms with vast compliance teams still get AML wrong, so what should you focus on from the very beginning to avoid falling foul of the regulator?
Tereza Kohutová, CMO at Patron GO: “I believe that marketers are becoming more like curators”
We interview Tereza Kohutová, the CMO of fintech startup Patron GO, where she leads a marketing team focused on data-driven strategies, growth hacking and scaling the user base.
The onboarding blind spots putting fintechs at risk of AML non-compliance
When onboarding a new client, most fintechs capture exactly what regulators expect. The problem is what happens next, or what often doesn’t.
Growth at any cost? How fintechs can balance rapid expansion with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance
If your Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance doesn’t keep up with your expansion, the cost of growth can quickly outstrip the benefit
What fintechs can learn from the four biggest anti-money laundering (AML) compliance fines so far this year
Four major fintechs - OKX, Robinhood, Block, and Revolut - faced over $500 million in AML compliance fines in early 2025. Discover the key lessons fintechs must learn to avoid costly regulatory mistakes.
Why fintechs can’t afford to get remote verification wrong
For fintech companies, getting remote customer verification wrong could mean losing consumer trust, facing hefty fines, and damaging their reputation beyond repair.
How failing to track beneficial ownership changes fuels money laundering in fintech
In his latest Opinion piece, Andrew explains how failing to track beneficial ownership changes fuels money laundering in fintech.
The hidden owners problem: How failing to identify ultimate beneficial ownership exposes fintechs to financial crime
When it comes to identifying the Ultimate Beneficial Ownership of a company, appearances can be deceiving, writes Andrew Doyle.
Are fintechs winning the fight against money laundering? An honest look at the effectiveness of current AML strategies
Are fintechs winning the fight against money laundering? The short answer is "it’s a work in progress" says Andrew Doyle.
Crushing the $318 billion piracy menace: time to act before it’s too late
The digital piracy threat looms large - to combat it, disrupting pirate payment methods and boosting global enforcement is crucial.
Balancing innovation and regulation – fighting financial crime in the fintech era
In fintech, innovation comes with a great responsibility to safeguard customers from money laundering, fraud, and financial crime.
KYB: Why accurate business verification matters for fintechs
One of the most effective ways for fintechs to counter threats is by employing robust KYB (Know Your Business) checks. Here, we explore why.
Barry O’Donohoe, CEO at Raidiam: “We will see a movement across the globe towards more regulated data sharing”
Barry O’Donohoe, Co-Founder and CEO at Raidiam. is a global expert in Smart Data and Trust Frameworks, with 25 years of experience.
Ken Hart, CEO and Founder at Snowdrop Solutions: “AI can play a crucial role in fraud detection and prevention”
We interview Ken Hart, CEO & Founder at Snowdrop Solutions, who has 25+ years of expertise working with Silicon Valley and EU-based software companies.
James O’Sullivan, CEO and Founder of Nuke from Orbit: “We should all aspire to do more than just what’s required”
We interview James O'Sullivan, CEO & Founder, Nuke from Orbit, a fintech and security platform designed to mitigate the impact of breaches.
Youness Bounif, Chief Product Officer at Algoan: “Generative AI allows us to be up and running in new countries faster”
We interview Youness Bounif, Chief Product Officer at Algoan a Paris-based fintech that develops leading-edge "credit decisioning technology".
Nick Allen, CTO of Aro: “Gen AI will impact all businesses, just like the internet did initially”
We interview Nick Allen, CTO at Aro, who has overseen the company's transformation from loan broker to what he describes as a "fintech powerhouse"
Sasidhar Thumuluri, MD & CEO Sub-K IMPACT Solutions: “AI can be a huge game-changer for financial inclusion particularly”
We interview Sasidhar Thumuluri, MD & CEO Sub-K IMPACT and tap into his know-how from two decades of experience in financial inclusion