FinCEN is proposing a rule to prohibit financial institutions from transmittal of funds involving transactions…
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What this means for your business
FinCEN proposes to prohibit US financial institutions from transmitting funds involving the A7 Network, linked to Russian money laundering and sanctions evasion. Who it reaches: US SMEs with international payment flows face stricter compliance checks and potential delays or rejections for payments involving high-risk corridors, impacting operational efficiency and counterparty relationships.
- Step 1 · The triggerFinCEN proposes a rule prohibiting US financial institutions from transmitting funds involving the A7 Network, linked to Russian money laundering and sanctions evasion.
- Step 2 · Knock-onUS banks and payment processors must enhance transaction screening and block A7-linked payments, raising compliance costs and reducing exposure to illicit flows.
- Step 3 · Reaches youUS SMEs with international payment flows face stricter compliance checks and potential delays or rejections for payments involving high-risk corridors, impacting operational efficiency and counterparty relationships.
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Key takeaway
FinCEN proposes to prohibit US financial institutions from transmitting funds involving the A7 Network, linked to Russian money laundering and sanctions evasion.
Named in this analysis
Companies: A7 Network, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Sectors: Payments and remittance providers
Source: Federal Register (Treasury)
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