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AML Experts Submission to Senate Inquiry in to “The adequacy and efficacy of Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) regime”.
Our submission can be downloaded via link.
Webinar – KYC / CDD Reliance Arrangements
EBINAR: Do you want to know more about the new KYC / CDD Reliance Arrangements under the Amended AML/CTF Act & Rules?
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AfterPay: Post External Audit What Next?
Crime and Punishment, or more accurately non-compliance and potential punishment. What will happen to AfterPay post the External Auditor’s report and recommendations?
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Independent Audit Guidance from New Zealand
Guidance for AML/CFT Programme Audits was released by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs. Whilst not applicable in Australia it is informative with regard to Independent Reviews under AML/CTF Rule 8.6 (or 9.6) subject to the key differences between the two countries respective AML regimes.
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PayPal Notice to Appoint Auditor
Like the AfterPay Notice to Appoint an External Auditor, the Notice issued to PayPal takes a little deciphering, especially around the AML/CTF Rule numbers.
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Fixed Pricing Benefits Our Client and AML Experts
During a recent post engagement review with a client the subject of pricing was raised. The client stated that they liked the fixed pricing that we offered. Unlike their hourly rate lawyers, our fixed price allowed them to feel free to discuss issues with pressure of being on the clock.
A win for our client, and a win for us.
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AUSTRAC vrs CBA – the Statement of Agreed Facts & Admissions
AUSTRAC vrs CBA – The statement of agreed facts & admissions Download here. Paddy Oliver’s Presentation on 14th June 2018 Download here.
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AML Lessons for Lawyers from New Zealand
New Zealand lawyers face AML obligations from 1 July 2018, accountants later in the year. Perhaps there Australian colleagues will over the next decade.
I was fortunate enough to be on the speaking panel for the Thompson Reuters AML Conference last week in Auckland. Over 70 lawyers, accountants, and other interested people attend this conference to hear from the New Zealand Police FIU, the Department of Internal Affairs (the supervisor), and several AML subject matter experts.
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New AML/CTF Rules 2018 – Significant Changes
The much anticipate amendments to the AML/CTF Rules were registered on 11th January. These changes arise out of the the now not so recent Statutory Review.
If you would like assistance in understanding and implementing the changes AML Experts are able to assist.
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