AML Compliance

Federal Reserve: Bank Holding Company Formations, Acquisitions, and Mergers

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding the formations of, acquisitions by, and mergers of bank holding companies. This notice serves as an informational update on regulatory filings and processes within the banking sector.

Federal Reserve: Savings and Loan Holding Company Formations, Acquisitions, and Mergers

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding the formations of, acquisitions by, and mergers of savings and loan holding companies. This notice serves as an informational update on regulatory activities within the banking sector.

Federal Reserve: Change in Bank Control Notices and Share Acquisitions

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding changes in bank control and acquisitions of shares of a bank or bank holding company. This notice serves as an informational update for relevant parties in the banking sector.

Treasury Department Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Data Call

The Treasury Department has issued a notice for the 2026 Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Data Call. This notice opens a public comment period for interested parties to provide input on the program.

Treasury Report on Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Effectiveness

The Treasury Department has published its 2026 report on the effectiveness of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. The notice provides a comment period for the public to submit feedback on the report's findings and recommendations.

Treasury Seeks Members for Federal Advisory Committee on Insurance

The Treasury Department is seeking expressions of interest for membership on the Federal Advisory Committee on Insurance. This notice is a request for individuals to apply for positions on the committee, which advises the Federal Insurance Office.

NCUA Proposed Rule on Third-Party Servicing of Indirect Vehicle Loans

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a proposed rule concerning the third-party servicing of indirect vehicle loans. This proposal aims to establish guidelines and requirements for credit unions when engaging third parties for these services.

OFAC Sanctions Action Notice

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a notice detailing sanctions actions. This notice, published in the Federal Register, outlines specific designations and restrictions related to sanctioned entities or individuals. Compliance with these sanctions is mandatory for all relevant parties.

SFC bans Lui Pak Tong for life, fines $17.43 million for misconduct

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has banned Lui Pak Tong for life and fined him $17.43 million for misconduct. Lui, a former licensed representative, illegally extended unsecured loans from a fund he managed to a company he controlled, transferring a significant portion of the proceeds to himself and connected persons.

Azerbaijan Strengthens AML and CFT Measures

The FATF has published a report on Azerbaijan's measures against money laundering and terrorist financing. The report, part of the FATF's Follow-Up Review process, assesses the country's progress in implementing international standards. It highlights areas where Azerbaijan has strengthened its framework to combat financial crime.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has issued a notice indicating that the SAM.gov entity exclusions (debarments and suspensions) search functionality is temporarily unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. This notice provides alternative links for users to search or return to the SAM.gov homepage.

SAM.gov Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) is experiencing unavailability for entity exclusions (debarments and suspensions) due to scheduled maintenance and an overhaul of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The GSA has provided links to alternative resources for users seeking information.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) is experiencing an outage, making the entity exclusions (debarments and suspensions) database temporarily unavailable. The General Services Administration (GSA) has provided links to search, the homepage, and help resources while the issue is resolved.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable During Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) announced that the entity exclusions (debarments and suspensions) search function was unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. This notice provides alternative resources for users needing to access this information.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has announced that the SAM.gov entity exclusions (debarments and suspensions) search functionality is temporarily unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. The agency is providing links to alternative resources and contact information for the Federal Help Desk.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Availability Notice

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) issued a notice indicating that SAM.gov maintenance impacted the availability of entity exclusions (debarments and suspensions). The page for these exclusions was not found, and users were directed to search, the homepage, or the help desk.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Page Not Found

The General Services Administration (GSA) has reported that the SAM.gov page for Entity Exclusions (Debarments & Suspensions) is not found, returning a 404 error. The page is currently unavailable, and users are directed to search, the homepage, or the Federal Help Desk.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable During Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) experienced a temporary outage, making entity exclusion data unavailable. The page that would normally display this information returned a 'Page Not Found' error during this maintenance period. Users were directed to search, the homepage, or the Federal Help Desk for assistance.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) experienced a temporary outage, making entity exclusion data unavailable. The GSA has provided links to search, the homepage, and help resources for users unable to access the debarment and suspension information.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable During Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) experienced a temporary outage, making entity exclusion data unavailable. This notice informs users of the downtime and provides alternative resources for assistance.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The SAM.gov system is currently unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. This outage affects access to entity registrations and exclusion data, including debarments and suspensions. Users are advised to check the SAM.gov homepage for updates.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) experienced an outage, making the Entity Exclusions (Debarments & Suspensions) database temporarily unavailable. The page indicates the issue was due to scheduled maintenance and provides links for alternative access and support.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Maintenance Notice

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) issued a notice regarding temporary unavailability of the SAM.gov Entity Exclusions (Debarments & Suspensions) search functionality due to scheduled maintenance. The notice provides links to alternative resources and contact information for the Federal Help Desk.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has announced that entity registrations and exclusion data on SAM.gov are temporarily unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. This notice informs users of the system outage and provides alternative resources.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Maintenance Notice

The General Services Administration (GSA) issued a notice regarding maintenance on SAM.gov, specifically mentioning that FAR overhaul impacts exclusions. The provided URL leads to a 'Page Not Found' error, indicating the content is unavailable.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable During Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) announced that entity exclusions and registrations were unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. The notice provides links to search, the homepage, and the Federal Help Desk for assistance.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Maintenance Notification

The General Services Administration (GSA) is notifying users that the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) entity exclusions and debarments database was unavailable due to maintenance. The page indicates that the content could not be found, suggesting a temporary outage or a broken link.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable During Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) announced that the entity exclusions list, which identifies entities debarred or suspended from federal contracting, was unavailable due to system maintenance. The notice provides links to search, the homepage, and the Federal Help Desk for assistance.

SAM.gov Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) is experiencing a temporary outage, making entity exclusion data unavailable. The General Services Administration (GSA) has provided links to search, the homepage, and help resources while the system is down for maintenance.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) is experiencing an outage, making entity exclusions (debarments and suspensions) temporarily unavailable. The General Services Administration (GSA) has provided a notice regarding this system maintenance.

Press Briefing for Agriculture and Fisheries Council

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for a press briefing concerning the upcoming Agriculture and Fisheries Council meeting on March 30, 2026. The briefing will be held in a hybrid format on March 26, 2026, with a registration deadline of 10:00 on the same day.

António Costa Speech on International Affairs at SciencesPo

European Council President António Costa delivered a speech at SciencesPo discussing the current state of international affairs, characterized by growing disorder and a shift towards multipolarity. He outlined the European Union's role in this context, emphasizing principles, partnerships, and power.

Press Briefing Advisory for Eurogroup Meeting

The EU Council has issued a media advisory for a press briefing preceding the Eurogroup meeting on March 27, 2026. The briefing, scheduled for March 25, 2026, will be 'off the record' and requires pre-registration for journalists by March 25, 2026, at 13:30.

RBI Variable Rate Repo Auction Results

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the results of its 3-day Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction held on March 24, 2026. The auction had a notified amount of ₹1,00,000 crore, with ₹55,837 crore in bids received and allotted.

RBI Conducts VRR Auctions for Year-End Liquidity Management

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auctions to manage year-end liquidity for the banking system. Two auctions are scheduled for March 27 and March 30, 2026, with notified amounts of ₹75,000 crore and ₹50,000 crore, respectively.

State Government Securities Auction Results

The Reserve Bank of India has published the results of the State Government Securities auction held on March 24, 2026. This notice provides the outcome of the auction for state government borrowing.

State Government Securities Auction Results

The Reserve Bank of India has published the results of state government securities auctions held on March 24, 2026. The notice details the amounts raised, accepted bids, cut-off prices, yields, and tenors for various state government securities.

RBI Auctions State Government Securities Worth ₹39,541 Crore

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the auction of State Government Securities totaling ₹39,541 Crore. The auction includes new issuances and re-issues across various tenors, with specific amounts offered by different state governments.

RBI Money Market Operations Data - March 23, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has published data on money market operations for March 23, 2026. This notice provides specific figures related to the functioning of India's money markets on that date.

NCUA Eighth Round of Deregulation Proposals

The NCUA has announced its eighth round of proposed regulatory changes, focusing on deregulation. This proposal aims to remove limits on federally insured credit unions' ability to purchase or participate in third-party serviced indirect auto loans, reducing regulatory burden and increasing flexibility for credit unions.

HKMA Announces Interest Rate for Retail Green Bonds Due 2026

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced the interest rate for the fifth payment of retail green bonds due 2026. The rate was determined to be 4.75% per annum, based on the higher of the prevailing Floating Rate and Fixed Rate.

HKMA Alerts Public to Bank Scams and Fraudulent Websites

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has alerted the public to fraudulent websites and scams targeting customers of several banks. The alert lists specific banks that have reported such incidents and reminds the public of common scam tactics and how to protect themselves.

Hong Kong Academy of Finance Admits Participants to Financial Leaders Programme 2026

The Hong Kong Academy of Finance (AoF) has admitted 22 senior executives to its Financial Leaders Programme (FLP) for 2026. The programme aims to nurture future financial leaders for Hong Kong by enhancing their leadership skills and expanding their professional networks.

Silver Bond Series 2028 First Interest Rate Announced

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the interest rate for the first payment of the Silver Bond Series due 2028. The rate was set at 3.85% per annum, determined as the higher of the prevailing Floating Rate (+1.28%) and Fixed Rate (+3.85%).

Exchange Fund Bills Tender Results

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced the tender results for Exchange Fund Bills on March 24, 2026. The results detail the amounts allotted, average yields accepted, and tender yields for two separate bill issuances maturing in June and September 2026. The notice also outlines upcoming tenders scheduled for March 31, 2026.

OFAC Venezuela General License 53

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued Venezuela-related General License 53, titled 'Official Missions of the Government of Venezuela to the United States.' This license authorizes specific activities related to official Venezuelan missions in the US.

Sage Bank Consent Order

The Massachusetts Division of Banks and the FDIC have issued a Consent Order against Sage Bank due to weaknesses in management, earnings, capital, liquidity, and interest rate risk. The order requires the bank to hire qualified management, ensure an effective Board of Directors, and implement a written Management Plan within 60 days.

PHH Mortgage Consent Order - Servicing Deficiencies

The Massachusetts Division of Banks issued a consent order with PHH Mortgage Corporation regarding significant deficiencies in mortgage loan servicing, foreclosure, and loss mitigation processes. The order addresses issues including document execution integrity, internal controls, and third-party oversight.

Consumer Protection Code Modernised

The Central Bank of Ireland has implemented a modernised Consumer Protection Code, effective March 24, 2026. This updated code enhances consumer protections for financial services, including stronger safeguards against fraud and scams, clearer information disclosure, and specific provisions for mortgage switching and insurance renewals.

SFC bans Lui Pak Tong for life, fines him $17.43 million

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has permanently banned Lui Pak Tong from the industry and imposed a fine of $17.43 million for misconduct. This action follows an enforcement investigation into his professional conduct.