AML Compliance

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Maintenance Notice

The General Services Administration (GSA) issued a notice regarding scheduled maintenance for SAM.gov. During the maintenance window, the Entity Exclusions (Debarments & Suspensions) search functionality was unavailable. The notice provided links for alternative assistance.

Afghanistan Sanctions Statutory Guidance

The UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its statutory guidance for the Afghanistan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. Recent updates from December 2024 reflect new regulations aimed at improving intelligence gathering, enforcement powers, and clarifying legislation.

Russia Sanctions: Statutory Guidance

The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its statutory guidance for the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. The latest updates, as of March 12, 2026, incorporate significant changes to trade sanctions measures and licensing conditions, alongside technical amendments to improve intelligence gathering and enforcement powers.

Afghanistan Sanctions List Designations and Notices

The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its guidance on Afghanistan sanctions. The latest update includes a sanctions notice dated March 11, 2026, detailing additions, delistings, revocations, variations, and corrections to the UK Sanctions List concerning Afghanistan.

Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020 Guidance

The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance on the Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020. The latest update from March 2026 clarifies technical changes related to the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No.2) Regulations 2024, aiming to improve intelligence gathering, enforcement powers, and licensing efficiency.

Counter-Terrorism Sanctions Guidance

The UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance on Counter-Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. Recent updates clarify new director disqualification sanctions and immigration sanctions, and strengthen OFSI's intelligence gathering and enforcement powers.

Central African Republic Sanctions Guidance

The UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance on the Central African Republic (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. The latest update on March 17, 2026, reflects changes made by the Central African Republic (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 and other recent amendments, aiming to improve clarity, usability, and enforcement capabilities.

Counter-Terrorism International Sanctions Guidance

The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance on Counter-Terrorism (International Sanctions) Regulations 2019. Recent updates clarify legislation, strengthen intelligence gathering, and enhance enforcement powers, with specific changes reflecting the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No.2) Regulations 2024.

EBA Issues Updated ITS Validation Rules for Supervisory Reporting

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has issued an updated list of validation rules for its Implementing Technical Standards (ITS) on supervisory reporting. This revision includes deactivations, reactivations, and severity changes to existing rules, along with updates to the micro taxonomy and Data Point Model (DPM) validation scripts for release 4.0 onwards.

EBA Consults on Initial Margin Model Authorisation Products

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has launched a public consultation on draft Guidelines and Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) for the authorisation of initial margin models for non-centrally cleared derivatives under EMIR 3. The consultations aim to ensure a harmonised and robust authorisation process across the EU.

Ben Gully Appointed Basel Committee Secretary General

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision announced that Ben Gully, Deputy Superintendent at OSFI, will become its Secretary General in August 2026 for an initial three-year term. This appointment highlights OSFI's role in international financial regulation.

MAS issues Prohibition Orders against money launderers Wang Qiming, Liu Kai

MAS issues Prohibition Orders against money launderers Wang Qiming, Liu Kai

Exchange Fund Bills Tender Results

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced the results of the Exchange Fund Bills tenders held on March 17, 2026. The notice details the amounts allotted, average and highest accepted yields, and pro rata ratios for two separate bill issuances. It also outlines upcoming tender dates and amounts for the week of March 23, 2026.

Hong Kong banks report fraudulent websites and scams

Hong Kong banks report fraudulent websites and scams

Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published a notice regarding a sanctions action. This action is detailed in the Federal Register and impacts entities subject to US sanctions regulations.

FDIC Sunshine Act Meeting Notice

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has issued a notice regarding a Sunshine Act meeting. The meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026, and will be held with less than seven days' advance notice, as permitted under specific circumstances.

Federal Reserve Privacy Act System of Records Modification Proposed

The Federal Reserve System has proposed modifications to an existing system of records, BGFRS-14, concerning Federal Reserve Bank and Branch Directors. This notice is open for public comment until April 16, 2026, and the modifications will become effective on the same date unless public comments necessitate changes.

Federal Reserve: Bank Control Notices and Share Acquisitions

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding change in bank control and acquisitions of shares of a bank or bank holding company. This notice provides information on regulatory filings and approvals related to these transactions.

Federal Reserve: Agency Information Collection Activities Approval

The Federal Reserve announced the approval of agency information collection activities under delegated authority. This notice, published on March 17, 2026, details the extension of an existing information collection for three years without revision.

Federal Reserve Proposes Extending Mortgage Loan Originator Registration

The Federal Reserve System has proposed extending the information collection activities related to mortgage loan originator registration. This notice requests public comment on the proposed extension, which is currently set to expire soon.

Federal Reserve Notice on Bank Holding Company Formations, Acquisitions, and Mergers

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding the formations, acquisitions, and mergers of bank holding companies. This notice, published on March 17, 2026, provides information on these corporate activities within the banking sector.

EU Sanctions Four Individuals for Russian Information Manipulation

The Council of the EU has sanctioned four individuals for their involvement in Russia's hybrid activities and foreign information manipulation. These individuals are now subject to asset freezes and travel bans within the EU.

EU Council Media Advisory: General Affairs Council and Montenegro Accession Conference

The EU Council has issued a media advisory for a meeting of the General Affairs Council and an accession conference with Montenegro scheduled for March 17, 2026. The advisory outlines the indicative programme, including press conferences and working lunches, for journalists attending the event in Brussels.

EU Council Sanctions 16 Persons, 3 Entities for Iran Human Rights Violations

The Council of the EU has sanctioned an additional 16 individuals and three entities for serious human rights violations in Iran. These measures include asset freezes and travel bans, bringing the total number of sanctioned individuals to 263 and entities to 53.

EU Council Sanctions Three Entities and Two Individuals for Cyber-Attacks

The Council of the EU has imposed sanctions on three entities and two individuals for their involvement in malicious cyber-attacks targeting EU member states and partners. The measures include asset freezes and travel bans, expanding the EU's horizontal cyber sanctions regime.

EU Council Sanctions Nine Individuals for Bucha Massacre

The EU Council has sanctioned nine individuals for their role in the Bucha massacre, imposing asset freezes and travel bans. These measures are part of broader sanctions against Russia due to its war of aggression against Ukraine.

EU Council Adopts Conclusions on Countering Hybrid Threats

The Council of the EU has adopted conclusions on advancing the EU's capacity to counter hybrid threats, reaffirming its commitment to use all available tools to prevent, deter, and respond to hybrid campaigns. The conclusions specifically condemn Russia's persistent hybrid activities and outline a strategic approach to counter these threats.

Media Advisory: EU Environment Council Meeting

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for the Environment Council meeting scheduled for March 17, 2026. The advisory outlines the indicative programme, including discussions on CO2 emission standards, post-2030 decarbonisation efforts, and the EU Bioeconomy Strategy.

EU Council Decision Supporting African Mine Action Capacities

The Council of the EU has adopted a decision to support African capacities for mine action with a €3 million budget over 36 months. This initiative aims to strengthen national mine-action programs in several African countries, contributing to a mine-free continent.

NCUA Proposed Merger of Ascent and Goldenwest Credit Unions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is seeking public comment on the proposed merger of Ascent Credit Union and Goldenwest Credit Union. This consultation period allows stakeholders to provide input on the potential consolidation of these financial institutions.

Ascent Federal Credit Union Member Notice

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has posted a member notice from Ascent Federal Credit Union. This notice was posted on March 16, 2026, and is available for public review and comment via Regs.gov.

SFC Enforcement News Website Update

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has updated its website by adding new enforcement news publications. These updates provide access to recent enforcement actions and related information.

Project Glacier Dismantles Criminal Organization, Six Charged

ALERT's Project Glacier investigation concluded with six individuals charged for drug trafficking and organized crime offences in Grande Prairie. Over $283,000 in drugs and cash were seized, including firearms.

Drug Trafficking Operation Report

The Sûreté du Québec, in collaboration with multiple police forces, reported on a large-scale drug trafficking operation targeting a network linked to the Hells Angels. The operation resulted in significant seizures of drugs, currency, and weapons, with nearly 220 officers mobilized.

Director Sentenced for Tax Evasion and Fined $128,101

The Canada Revenue Agency announced that Henry Grant Wetelainen, a director of a Thunder Bay mining company, was sentenced to a conditional sentence and fined $128,101 for tax evasion. The investigation revealed significant undeclared income and unremitted GST/HST.

OSC charges Rumble, Dziedzic, Foss with fraud over $11 million

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) has charged Ryan Rumble, Michael Dziedzic, and Justin Foss with fraud over $5,000 and other offenses. The charges relate to Banknote Capital Inc., where the individuals allegedly defrauded investors of over $11 million between November 2020 and August 2023.

Canada Revenue Agency - Bookkeeper Convicted for GST/HST Evasion

The Canada Revenue Agency announced that Aeddy Leung, a bookkeeper from Surrey, British Columbia, received a conditional sentence order and probation for willfully evading nearly $1 million in GST/HST. Leung pleaded guilty to filing false returns and failing to file returns for hotels he managed.

Money Laundering Operation - Arrests and Seizures

Calgary police arrested four individuals in connection with a $9 million money laundering operation involving anabolic steroids. The investigation, which began in 2020, uncovered an illegal manufacturing lab and significant seizures of drugs, currency, and jewelry.

HKMA Scam Alert Related to Banks

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and phishing attempts targeting bank customers. The alert specifically mentions OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited and advises the public on how to protect themselves and report suspicious activity.

CFTC Names Jessica Harris as Director of Data and Chief Data Officer

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced the appointment of Jessica Harris as Director of the Division of Data and Chief Data Officer. This appointment aims to enhance the CFTC's data strategy amidst evolving derivatives markets.

AUSTRAC Website Updates for AML/CTF Reforms

AUSTRAC is updating its website starting March 30, 2026, to improve navigation and support for the implementation of AML/CTF reforms. These changes aim to make information easier to find for existing reporting entities and new tranche 2 entities.

Comptroller of the Currency Meeting Summary with WilmerHale

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has published a meeting summary detailing discussions with the law firm WilmerHale. This notice provides a record of the topics covered during the meeting.

Comptroller of the Currency: GENIUS ECON FINAL NPR Regulations

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has published final regulations concerning GENIUS ECON NPR. These regulations introduce new requirements for financial institutions under the purview of the OCC.

Comptroller of the Currency BPI Research Summary

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has published a research summary related to its Bank Supervision Operating Plan (BPI). This notice provides an overview of research activities undertaken by the OCC.

Comptroller of the Currency BPI Research Summary

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has posted a research summary related to its Bank and Public Interest (BPI) initiative. This notice provides a summary of research findings relevant to the banking sector.

OCC Meeting Summary with WilmerHale

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has posted a meeting summary with the law firm WilmerHale. This notice provides a record of discussions held between the OCC and external legal counsel.

Treasury RFI: CFIUS Investor Program, Foreign Investment Review

The Department of the Treasury has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) investor program. This RFI seeks public input on potential improvements and considerations for the foreign investment review process.

Department of the Treasury Privacy Act Notice

The Department of the Treasury has posted an updated Privacy Act notice. This notice provides information regarding the systems of records maintained by the Department. The comment period for this notice is open until March 19.

Treasury Privacy Act System Records Notice

The Department of the Treasury has posted an updated System Records Notice regarding its Privacy Act systems. This notice informs the public about the Treasury's information systems and how personal data is collected, maintained, and used.

Treasury Notice on Information Collection Activities

The Department of the Treasury is issuing a notice regarding its information collection activities. The public is invited to provide comments on these activities, with the comment period closing on May 11.