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cyber security

U.S., U.K. Unite in Historic Crackdown on Southeast Asian Cybercrime Networks

In a landmark collaboration, the United States and the United Kingdom have launched their most extensive joint operation to date, targeting sprawling cyber-criminal syndicates operating out of Southeast Asia. Announced by the U.S. Treasury Department on October 14, 2025, these unprecedented actions target networks responsible for reportedly laundering billions in funds derived from nefarious activity […]

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U.S. Sanctions

FBI Cracks Down on Maduro-Linked Money Laundering Ring Tied to U.S. Sanctions Evasion

In a bold strike against international corruption, the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has indicted two men accused of orchestrating a money-laundering scheme linked to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s inner circle, with the reach of this illicit operation spanning across multiple countries including the United States, Venezuela, Uruguay, and the Dominican Republic. The latest […]

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Sanctions Compliance

Sanctions Compliance in Shipping: Why Marine Insurers and P&I Clubs Need the Right Lists and the Right Tools

In the world of maritime sanctions, marine insurers and P&I clubs play a vital role in protecting the sector from regulatory and operational risk. But as expectations from regulators increase and sanctions regimes grow more intricate, relying on standard compliance approaches is no longer enough. Two areas are particularly critical for effective sanctions risk management: […]

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