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SAM.gov Entity Registration and Exclusions Unavailable

SAM.gov experienced a temporary outage, making entity registrations and exclusions unavailable. The page is now a 404 error, and users are directed to contact the Federal Help Desk for assistance or to report website issues.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable During Maintenance

The System for Award Management (SAM.gov) experienced a temporary outage where entity exclusions were unavailable due to system maintenance. This notice confirms the unavailability and provides links for assistance.

SAM.gov Maintenance - Entity Exclusions Unavailable

SAM.gov experienced a maintenance outage, making entity exclusions unavailable. The page indicates the issue is resolved and provides links for users who encountered problems or need further assistance.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable During Maintenance

SAM.gov has announced that the entity exclusions search function was unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. This notice informs users that the functionality has been restored. The specific dates of the unavailability were not provided.

SAM.gov Maintenance Affects Entity Registrations

SAM.gov experienced maintenance that affected entity registrations and exclusions. The page providing information on these effects is currently unavailable. Users are directed to search, the homepage, or the help page for assistance.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Unavailable Due to Maintenance

SAM.gov experienced a maintenance issue that temporarily made entity exclusions unavailable. The system is expected to be back online, and users are directed to contact the Federal Help Desk for persistent issues. This notice indicates a temporary system unavailability.

AUSTRAC CEO Speech on Gambling Financial Crime Risks

AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas delivered a speech on March 12, 2026, addressing the significant financial crime risks within Australia's gambling sector. The speech highlighted the evolving threats of money laundering and terrorism financing, emphasizing the need for robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) controls.

AUSTRAC CEO Speech on Money Laundering and Legal Profession's Role

AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas delivered a speech on March 12, 2026, detailing the mechanics and harm of money laundering. The speech emphasized the legal profession's role in preventing these activities, which cost Australia over $80 billion annually.

AUSTRAC Operation Taipan: Money Laundering Investigation Analysis

AUSTRAC has published an analysis of Operation Taipan, a significant money laundering investigation that led to the dismantling of a criminal syndicate depositing $62 million through ATMs. The operation highlighted the effectiveness of the Fintel Alliance public-private partnership in combating financial crime.

FINTRAC Advisory on Financial Transactions with FATF High-Risk Countries

FINTRAC has issued an advisory regarding financial transactions with countries identified by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Reporting entities must treat transactions with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), Iran, and Myanmar as high-risk and apply enhanced due diligence measures.