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Insights on VASP compliance, FATF regulations, Travel Rule, and OFAC sanctions for crypto-native compliance teams.

2026. 5. 18.·8 min read

Korea Introduces VASP Cross-Border Transfer Registration Under Foreign Exchange Act

Korea's National Assembly passed an amendment to the Foreign Exchange Transactions Act on May 7, 2026, creating a new registration regime for VASP cross-border transfer services. Here is what compliance teams must prepare for.

#korea#vasp#foreign-exchange-act#cross-border
2026. 5. 3.·2 min read

Crypto AML Compliance Program Requirements for VASPs (2026)

Understand crypto AML compliance program requirements for VASPs. Learn about essential tech, evolving regulations, and risk-based strategies for 2026....

#crypto AML compliance program#VASP AML requirements#blockchain analytics AML#FATF Travel Rule compliance
2026. 5. 3.·6 min read

Japan JFSA Crypto VASP Registration Guide 2026: Compliance Deep Dive

Navigate the Japan JFSA crypto VASP registration guide for 2026. Learn the 6-16 month process, ¥10M JPY capital, and FATF compliance updates. Unlock...

#Japan VASP registration guide#JFSA crypto compliance#FATF Travel Rule Japan#Japan crypto licensing 2026
2026. 5. 3.·1 min read

VASP Enhanced Due Diligence Checklist 2026: A Compliance Guide

Learn how to build a robust VASP enhanced due diligence checklist for 2026. This guide helps VASPs navigate complex global regulations & combat...

#VASP Enhanced Due Diligence 2026#Crypto AML CFT Compliance#FATF Travel Rule EDD#MiCA VASP Regulations
2026. 5. 3.·5 min read

UAE VARA Crypto Regulation Compliance Guide for VASPs 2026

Navigate UAE VARA crypto regulation for VASPs in Dubai. Learn about 2026 VARA Rulebook, phased licensing, and robust AML/KYC including Travel Rule...

#UAE VARA compliance#VASP regulation Dubai#VARA Rulebook 2.0 2026#Crypto AML KYC UAE
2026. 5. 3.·2 min read

Hong Kong VATP Compliance Requirements 2026: VASP Guide

Understand Hong Kong VATP compliance requirements for 2026, including mandatory re-licensing and enhanced capital. Learn key updates for VASPs.

#Hong Kong VATP compliance 2026#Hong Kong virtual asset regulation#SFC licensing for VASPs#virtual asset trading platforms HK
2026. 5. 3.·2 min read

VASP Compliance 2026: The Impact of Future Tech Trends

Learn how semiconductor testing and AI trends indirectly shape VASP compliance strategies and risk management for 2026. Explore key insights for...

#VASP compliance trends 2026#crypto risk management#blockchain infrastructure security#semiconductor impact on crypto
2026. 4. 30.·6 min read

Token Compliance Screening for Institutional Investors: A Practical Guide

How institutional crypto investors screen tokens for compliance risk. Market cap, volume, privacy tags, sanctions, and regulatory classification.

#institutional#compliance#token#screening
2026. 4. 30.·5 min read

The SEC's 5-Category Token Taxonomy: What Every Crypto Project Needs to Know

SEC and CFTC jointly published a 5-category token classification framework. Here's how it affects your token's regulatory status.

#sec#cftc#token#taxonomy
2026. 4. 30.·6 min read

USDT vs USDC: Who Survives MiCA's Stablecoin Rules?

MiCA requires 30-60% bank deposits, €200M daily payment cap, and EMT authorization. USDC is compliant. USDT faces delisting risk.

#usdt#usdc#mica#stablecoin
2026. 4. 30.·6 min read

The GENIUS Act: America's First Stablecoin AML Framework and What It Means for Issuers

FinCEN and OFAC jointly proposed AML/sanctions rules for stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act. Comment deadline is June 9, 2026.

#genius-act#stablecoin#aml#fincen
2026. 4. 30.·6 min read

OFAC vs OpenSanctions: A Practical Guide to Sanctions List Coverage

Should you screen against OFAC only or add UN, EU, and UK lists? Compare coverage, data formats, and implementation approaches for VASP compliance.

#ofac#opensanctions#sanctions#screening
2026. 4. 30.·6 min read

MiCA July 1 Deadline: Unlicensed CASPs Face EU Shutdown

The MiCA transitional period ends July 1, 2026. CASPs without authorization must cease EU operations or face fines up to €5M. Here's the compliance status.

#mica#eu#regulation#casp
2026. 4. 30.·7 min read

Q2 2026: Four APAC Countries Hit Crypto Deadlines Simultaneously

Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea are overhauling crypto regulation at the same time. What compliance teams need to prepare for Q2 2026.

#apac#regulation#australia#japan
2026. 4. 30.·6 min read

South Korea's Zero-Threshold Travel Rule: What It Means for APAC VASPs

South Korea eliminated its ₩1M Travel Rule threshold. All crypto transfers now require sender/recipient data sharing. Here's what APAC VASPs need to know.

#travel-rule#south-korea#apac#aml
2026. 4. 26.·7 min read

FATF's 2026 Offshore VASP Report: What Compliance Teams Need to Know

FATF's March 2026 report identifies 5 risk typologies from offshore VASPs — unlicensed targeting, client pooling, Travel Rule gaps, nesting, and regulatory arbitrage. Here's what your compliance program must address.

#FATF#VASP#AML#Travel Rule
2026. 4. 26.·7 min read

Singapore Just Dropped a Governance Blueprint for Agentic AI — Here's What Compliance Teams Need to Know

In January 2026, Singapore's government published the Model AI Governance Framework (MGF) for Agentic AI — the first comprehensive governance blueprint spe

#agentic-ai#compliance#ai-governance#singapore
2026. 4. 17.·2 min read

OFAC Sanctions Screening for Crypto & VASPs in 2025: A Guide

Navigate OFAC sanctions screening for crypto exchanges & VASPs in 2025. Discover best practices, regulatory shifts, and actionable strategies for...

#OFAC sanctions#crypto compliance#VASP#digital assets
2026. 4. 17.·4 min read

MiCA Regulation 2025: EU Crypto Compliance Guide for VASPs

Prepare for MiCA 2025! Our guide helps VASPs navigate EU crypto compliance, understanding scope, timeline, and what to do. Ensure your VASP is ready!

#MiCA#EU Crypto Regulation#VASP Compliance#Crypto Assets
2026. 4. 17.·2 min read

FATF Travel Rule 2025: Crypto Compliance for VASPs

Understand the critical FATF Travel Rule updates and compliance requirements for VASPs in 2025. Ensure your crypto business is ready – learn more now!

#FATF Travel Rule#VASP Compliance#Crypto AML#Digital Asset Regulation