An AML independent audit, also called an AML effectiveness review, is a formal, arm’s-length check of whether your anti-money laundering program actually works, not just whether it exists on paper. Most regulated jurisdictions require some form of independent AML testing or review. Most compliance teams still treat it as a…

Hundreds of NBFCs remain non-compliant with FIU-IND registration. Learn the penalties, reporting obligations and steps to comply across all NBFC layers.

FATF's July 2026 DeFi report finds 93% of jurisdictions lack AML standards for DeFi. Learn what compliance teams and VASPs must do now.

– Last Updated: July 2026 Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) and Countering Proliferation Financing (CPF) compliance frameworks have evolved beyond static documentation and routine transaction monitoring. Regulatory bodies worldwide now evaluate whether an entity’s internal controls function effectively under operational conditions. An independent AML/CFT/CPF review provides…

Learn what a VASP independent AML audit should cover in 2026, why regulators demand it and how to prepare your compliance program.

India’s anti-money laundering framework has expanded significantly over the past three years. The Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) now covers a wider range of reporting entities than ever before. In addition, the RBI has tightened KYC/AML obligations for banks and NBFCs, while FIU-IND has issued updated AML/CFT guidelines for…

Learn what an independent AML audit involves, who needs one and how VASPs, DNFBPs and NBFCs can prepare. A practical guide for regulated businesses.

A fractional compliance officer gives your business expert AML leadership without a full-time hire. Learn when outsourcing makes sense and what to expect.

FIU-IND Registration is often viewed as a portal onboarding exercise. In reality, it is the foundation of an Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC)’s Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) compliance framework. This guide explains why FIU-IND Registration matters, how the FINnet 2.0 ecosystem fits into the process and…

Stablecoins are no longer confined to crypto trading. Over the last few years, they have evolved into an important component of the global digital asset ecosystem, supporting cross-border transfers, merchant settlements, treasury operations and institutional payments. Financial institutions, fintechs and payment providers are increasingly exploring stablecoin-based payment infrastructure because it…