Financial services firms are a prime focus for regulators cracking down on financial crime and with sweeping new anti-money laundering (AML) laws coming into effect by July 2026, the stakes have never been higher.
In the UK, financial firms are routinely fined for AML breaches. Between April and September 2023 alone, regulators fined 27 accountancy firms and tax advisers a total of £99,000 ($197,000). Australia is now following suit, with financial services firms set to face unprecedented scrutiny.
Non-compliance isn’t an option
Firms that fail to prepare for the new AML/CTF regulations risk severe penalties, reputational damage, and even criminal charges. Compliance will no longer be a box-ticking exercise; businesses must implement robust AML frameworks, identify risks, and report suspicious activity or risk significant financial and legal consequences.
Join us at AML Edge 2025 in Sydney on 27 March, a one-day, high-impact event designed to equip financial services professionals with the knowledge and tools to navigate the evolving compliance landscape.
AUSTRAC, Australia’s financial intelligence agency and regulator, will outline key compliance expectations alongside a line-up of 20-plus industry experts offering practical insights and strategies to safeguard your firm.
Don’t wait for regulators to come knocking!
For more information and to secure your ticket, visit www.amledge.com.au.
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