Underused methods of combatting money laundering and corruption
In its 2021 annual report, the Basel Institute on Governance highlights underused laws and approaches to combat money laundering, bribery and corruption.
DetailsDennis Miralis is a leading Australian defence lawyer with over 20 years of experience. Dennis is a Partner at Nyman Gibson Miralis and specialises in international criminal law.
The role of task forces in AUSTRAC’s crime-fighting efforts
Discover the counter-terrorism and law enforcement task forces that AUSTRAC participates in in its role as Australia’s AML/CTF regulator and FIU.
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How well do Australia’s Top 1,000 taxpayers manage tax risks? The ATO’s assessment
The ATO outlines its rating system for reviewing and assessing the tax risk management and governance of Australia’s Top 1,000 taxpayers.
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The AFP expects a flood of money mules to accompany Australia’s border reopening
As Australia’s international border reopens, the AFP warns that criminal activity such as money laundering and the use of money mules is likely to increase.
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How effectively are countries addressing money laundering and terrorism threats? The FATF Report
The FATF outlines results from the fourth round of Mutual Evaluations, which assessed the strengths and weaknesses of countries’ AML frameworks.
DetailsThe rise of money recovery scams
Learn about money recovery scams, red flags to look out for, and what to do if you think you may be a target.
Details$250,000 penalty issued for breach of Australia’s foreign investment laws
The first penalty order for breaches of Australia’s Foreign Acquisitions and Takeover Act 1975 (FATA) has been issued by the Federal Court of Australia.
DetailsSelecting an AML/CTF adviser: Key questions to ask
Discover what questions to ask when selecting an anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) adviser, as outlined by AUSTRAC.
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INTERPOL deploys team to Moldova in response to the conflict in Ukraine
Following the surge of Ukrainian refugees entering Moldova due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, INTERPOL has deployed an Operational Support Team to Moldova.
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What are the AFP’s priority targets?
The AFP Commissioner outlines priority areas for the AFP with a focus on transnational serious organised crime.
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