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# Roundup — Sentinel — 2026-10-18

Roundup

# Sentinel — 2026-10-18

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Previous editions
- [Latest edition](/roundup/)
- [2026-10-11](/roundup/2026-10-11/)
- [2026-10-04](/roundup/2026-10-04/)
- [2026-09-27](/roundup/2026-09-27/)
- [2026-09-20](/roundup/2026-09-20/)
- [2026-09-07](/roundup/2026-09-07/)

## New or updated since 2026-10-11

New to this edition or changed since the last one.

- US · Sanctions · 2026-10-18 ### Most operative provisions take effect 18 October 2026, converting executive-order-based Russia sanctions into mandatory statute. [Office of the Federal Register / GPO (govinfo.gov)](https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PLAW-119publ111)

- US-KS · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-10-18 ### Bank Commissioner David Herndon announced retirement effective 30 October 2026 after serving since 2019; no successor named as of this research date. [Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner](https://osbckansas.gov/kansas-bank-commissioner-to-retire/)

- IT · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-16 ### UIF Quaderno dell'antiriciclaggio n.36 names the gambling sector as high AML risk, citing identity-only CDD, weak PEP screening, absent cross-account/cross-outlet relationship reconstruction, and limited intra-group information sharing. [Unità di Informazione Finanziaria per l'Italia / Banca d'Italia](https://uif.bancaditalia.it/pubblicazioni/quaderni/2026/quaderno-36-2026/QAR-36-atti-seminario.pdf)

- US-DE · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-10-16 ### Delaware DOJ secured a settlement exceeding $1 million over supervisory lapses in Cambridge's handling of a terminated financial professional's communications and client transition [State of Delaware (DOJ press release)](https://news.delaware.gov/2026/10/16/doj-secures-over-1-million-in-settlement-with-cambridge-advisory-brokerage-firms-over-significant-supervisory-lapses/)

- LV · Sanctions · 2026-10-15 ### 183 sanctions subjects as of 15 October 2026 (up from 161 as of 11 June 2026) [Finanšu izlūkošanas dienests (FID, Latvia FIU)](https://sankcijas.fid.gov.lv/lv/iesaldetie-aktivi/sankciju-subjekti)

- AT · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-14 ### Authorised as a crypto-asset service provider under MiCAR by FMA administrative decision dated 13 October 2026, published 14 October 2026, enabling EEA-wide passporting. [FMA (Austrian Financial Market Authority)](https://www.fma.gv.at/en/) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing, world-payments:W1b

- CN-HK · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-14 ### Government reaffirmed (LCQ4, 14 Oct 2026) that HKMA and SFC are pressing banks, SVF licensees and licensed VA platforms to deploy AI-based transaction monitoring to detect illegal-betting-linked fund flows, with the OSCO suspicious-transaction-report duty to JFIU cited as the… [HKSAR Government (LegCo LCQ4)](https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202610/14/P2026101400376.htm)

- NL · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-10-12 ### AFM and DNB jointly published an exploratory report (12 October 2026) finding Dutch property law (Burgerlijk Wetboek, Wet giraal effectenverkeer) provides no basis for securities issued, held and transferred exclusively as tokens, warning of migration risk without timely legal… [Autoriteit Financiële Markten (AFM) / DNB](https://www.afm.nl/en/sector/actueel/2026/okt/sb-tokenisatie) Also tracked by crypto:on_chain_activity_regime, world-payments:W2

- AE · Sanctions Architecture and Evasion · 2026-10-08 ### ArabianPro Materials FZCO, Hessonite, Horizon Ship Management FZE designated under Operation Economic Outcast for Iran sanctions evasion, 1-8 October 2026 [U.S. Federal Register / OFAC](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/07/2026-20525/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action)

- EEA · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-08 ### ESMA Opinion of 8 October 2026 (MiCA Art 66(1)) states MiCA-authorised CASPs should cease services tied to non-MiCA-compliant ARTs/EMTs for EU clients, with national-supervisor-driven remediation expected within approximately three months [ESMA](https://www.esma.europa.eu/press-news/esma-news/esma-sets-out-supervisory-expectations-services-related-unauthorised) Also tracked by crypto:stablecoin_regime, world-payments:W2

- KH · Enabler Jurisdictions and Professional Facilitators · 2026-10-07 ### Nationwide multi-agency casino inspection sweep across 16 provinces launched October 2026, citing the Law on Anti-Online Scams and AML/CFT Law as legal basis, framing unregulated online gambling as a form of tech scamming [Agence Kampuchea Presse](https://www.akp.gov.kh/post/detail/383280) Also tracked by advennt:enforcement

- AT · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-10-06 ### FMA published a warning on 6 October 2026 stating Coinmindz (purported Dubai seat) is not authorised to provide licensable securities/investment-advice services in Austria. [FMA (Austrian Financial Market Authority)](https://www.fma.gv.at/die-fma-warnt-vor-angeboten-von-coinmindz/) Also tracked by crypto:consumer_protection

- MT · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-02 ### AMLA submitted three final RTS packages under AMLR (Art 19(9) thresholds, Art 28(1) CDD, Arts 16(4)/17(3) group-wide requirements) to the European Commission on 2 October 2026 [FIAU Malta](https://fiaumalta.org/news/amla-updates-october-2026/)

- PH · Sanctions Architecture and Evasion · 2026-10-01 ### AMLC Resolution Nos. TF-118 and TF-119, Series of 2026, imposed immediate sanctions freeze orders against two individuals designated as terrorists by the Anti-Terrorism Council (Resolutions No. 86 and 87, 2026), effective 1 October 2026. [Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC)](https://www.amlc.gov.ph/news-and-announcements)

- US-FL · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-01 ### Effective October 1, 2026, a person may not engage in authorized payment-stablecoin issuer activity in Florida without an MSB license or an OFR trust-company certificate of approval. [The Florida Senate](https://www.flsenate.gov/Committees/DownloadBillSummary/8405) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing, world-payments:W2

- US-IL · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-01 ### DACPA (38 IAC 1031) and DAKA (38 IAC 1032) implementing rules moved from First Notice to Second Notice; JCAR hearing scheduled 2026-10-20. [Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation](https://idfpr.illinois.gov/banks/digital-assets/resources-for-businesses.html) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing, world-payments:W1a

- US-MD · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-10-01 ### Effective October 1, 2026, Ch.20/21 (HB118/SB261) excludes a payor's payroll-processing agent from the 'money transmitter' definition where three statutory conditions are met. [Maryland General Assembly](https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/chapters_noln/Ch_20_hb0118T.pdf) Also tracked by world-payments:W1a

- US-MD · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-01 ### Effective October 1, 2026, Ch.417 (SB741) broadens 'virtual currency kiosk operator' to include a person who installs or operates software enabling a stand-alone automated device to provide virtual-currency services. [Maryland General Assembly](https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0741?ys=2026RS) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing

- CO · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-09-25 ### Draft SARLAFT/FT/FPADM resolution published for comment (25 Sep-9 Oct 2026) with explicit UVT-denominated CDD and UIAF reporting thresholds, beneficial-ownership/PEP screening duties, and sanctions up to concession-contract caducity [Coljuegos](https://www.coljuegos.gov.co/documentos/200343/documentos-de-apoyo-siplaft/) Also tracked by advennt:aml_cft_regime

- DE · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-09-15 ### BaFin ordered new deadlines (final 6 Oct 2026, announced 9 Oct 2026) for remedying deficiencies in AML/CTF transaction-monitoring data-processing systems, updating prior 2021 and 2023 orders. [Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin)](https://www.bafin.de/DE/unternehmen-maerkte/aufsicht/alle-unternehmen/geldwaesche/geldwaesche_node.html)

- NZ · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-07-01 ### DIA became New Zealand's sole AML/CFT supervisor from 1 July 2026, replacing the prior three-regulator (DIA/FMA/RBNZ) model [New Zealand Government (Beehive)](https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/laws-passed-deliver-aml-red-tape-relief)

- US-KS · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-07-01 ### Virtual currency kiosk (crypto ATM) operators, effective 1 July 2026, closing a prior two-party-exchange exemption. [Kansas Secretary of State (Session Laws)](https://sos.ks.gov/publications/sessionlaws/2026/Chapter-102-HB-2591.html) Also tracked by crypto:consumer_protection, world-payments:W1a

- US-MI · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-07-01 ### Passed Michigan House 97-10 on June 25, 2026; pending in Senate Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection Committee since July 1, 2026 [Michigan Legislature](https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-HB-5544) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing, world-payments:W1a

- US-MS · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-07-01 ### virtual currency kiosk operators must hold MTMA money-transmitter license [Mississippi Legislature](https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1600-1699/HB1625SG.htm) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing

- US-NE · Sanctions Architecture and Evasion · 2026-04-14 ### LB838 (signed April 14, 2026) amends the Nebraska Money Transmitters Act to create a rebuttable presumption that an authorized delegate or controlling person is unfit if it cannot rebut foreign-adversary-person status, operative July 18, 2026. [Nebraska Legislature](https://www.nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=8-2750) Also tracked by world-payments:W1a

- UK · Sanctions Architecture and Evasion · 2026-01-28 ### UK Sanctions List is now the sole authoritative designation record; the OFSI Consolidated List was retired on 28 January 2026 [FCDO/HM Government](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-uk-sanctions-list)

- US-MO · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-01-01 ### Would amend RSMo 361.1100 to grant the Missouri Attorney General sole authority to bring civil actions for kiosk-statute violations, with civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation and $1,000 per injunction breach [Missouri Senate](https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/Bills/BillInformation?year=2026&billid=74595)

- TT · AML/CTF Regime · date pending ### TT remains off the FATF grey/increased-monitoring and call-for-action lists per FIUTT's own published FATF statements. [Financial Intelligence Unit of Trinidad and Tobago](https://fiu.gov.tt/about-us/publications/fatf-statements/)

- US-OR · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-18 ### Money transmitter licensees, including virtual-currency exchangers and administrators, must maintain a written AML compliance program under USA Patriot Act Section 352. [Oregon DFR](https://dfr.oregon.gov/business/licensing/financial/Pages/money-transmitters.aspx)

- IE · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-10-12 ### CBI confirmed on 12 October 2026 that it implements the ESMA guidelines specifying supervisory practices to prevent and detect insider dealing, unlawful disclosure and market manipulation involving crypto-assets under MiCA. [Central Bank of Ireland](https://www.centralbank.ie/regulation/markets-update/esma-guidelines-and-recommendations/issue-16-2026/central-bank-of-ireland/crypto-assets--the-central-bank-of-ireland-implements-esma-guidelines-on-market-abuse-in-the-context-of-the-markets-in-crypto--assets-(mica)-regulation) Also tracked by crypto:consumer_protection

- ES · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-08 ### Mandatory identification of crypto-asset ATM users regardless of transaction amount, from 28 October 2026 [Boletín Oficial del Estado](https://www.boe.es/boe/dias/2026/10/08/pdfs/BOE-A-2026-20915.pdf)

- UY · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-03-19 ### Comprehensive AML/CTF/CPF reform law promulgated 19 March 2026 [SENACLAFT / Presidencia de la República](https://www.gub.uy/secretaria-nacional-lucha-contra-lavado-activos-financiamiento-terrorismo/comunicacion/noticias/ley-20469-fecha-19032026)

- CZ · AML/CTF Regime · date pending ### 2027-07-10 [Finanční analytický úřad (FAÚ, Czech FIU)](https://www.fau.gov.cz/cs/rozcestnik/legislativa-a-metodika/aml-balicek/6-aml-smernice-818)

- LATAM · Sanctions · 2026-10-15 ### US continues IEEPA national emergency (EO 12978, 1995) on Colombia-centred narcotics traffickers beyond 21 October 2026, per Presidential Notice dated 15 October 2026. [Federal Register (US Executive Office of the President)](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/19/2026-21430/continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-significant-narcotics-traffickers-centered-in)

- US-GA · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-07 ### Georgia DBF, coordinating with 33 other state/territorial regulators, entered a Consent Order on 2026-10-07 requiring cessation of Georgia virtual-currency kiosk operations before 2027-01-01, an independent BSA/AML program review, and a $2.5M multistate settlement. [Georgia Department of Banking and Finance](https://dbf.georgia.gov/press-releases/2026-10-08/consent-order-entered-coinme-inc) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing, world-payments:W1a

- LATAM · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-09-02 ### FinCEN reissued (2 September 2026) a Geographic Targeting Order requiring MSBs along the US southwest border to file CTRs for cash transactions between $1,000-$10,000 in named Texas/New Mexico counties, targeting cartel-linked money laundering. [FinCEN (US Treasury)](https://www.fincen.gov/news/news-releases/fincen-reissues-order-requiring-transparency-msbs-along-southwest-border)

- US-PA · Sanctions · 2026-10-19 ### Continued the national emergency under E.O. 12978 regarding significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia for one year beyond Oct 21, 2026. [Federal Register](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/19/2026-21430/continuation-of-the-national-emergency-with-respect-to-significant-narcotics-traffickers-centered-in)

- SG · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-16 ### Consultation Paper P015-2026 on Payment Services Act amendments to implement the Single-Currency Stablecoin framework closed 16 October 2026 [Monetary Authority of Singapore](https://www.mas.gov.sg/publications/consultations/2026/consultation-on-proposed-amendments-to-the-payment-services-act-for-stablecoin-regulation) Also tracked by world-payments:W2

- US · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-10-14 ### All nine largest OCC-supervised national banks had policies/practices between 2020 and September 2025 capable of politicized or unlawful debanking, implementing Executive Order 14331. [Office of the Comptroller of the Currency](https://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2026/nr-occ-2026-90.html) Also tracked by world-payments:W1b

- CY · Sanctions · 2026-10-12 ### 22nd EU Russia sanctions package adopted 12 October 2026, designating 1,569 individuals/entities (826 companies, 743 CEOs) in Russia's military-industrial complex. [European External Action Service (EEAS)/Council of the EU](https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/chile/eu-adopts-its-largest-ever-package-sanctions-listings-targeting-industry-behind-russias-war_en)

- MM · Sanctions · 2026-10-09 ### OFAC unblocked and removed Theint Win Htet from the Burma-related SDN List under EO 14014, effective 9 October 2026, published Federal Register 15 October 2026. [U.S. Treasury OFAC / Federal Register](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/15/2026-21085/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-actions) Also tracked by crypto:cross_border_transfer, world-payments:W12

- IM · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-05 ### Entire Financial Services Act 2008 licence revoked under s.9(1), effective 5 October 2026 [Isle of Man Financial Services Authority](https://www.iomfsa.im/fsa-news/2026/oct/public-statement-in-respect-of-blackfridge-sc-limited-and-the-revocation-of-its-licence-to-carry-on-certain-regulated-activities-under-the-financial-services-act-2008-the-act) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing, world-payments:W1a

- NL · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-09-30 ### DNB imposed a €722,160 administrative fine on Modulr Finance B.V. on 30 September 2026 for serious shortcomings in ongoing monitoring of customers and transactions (1 Jan 2023-16 Jul 2024), breaching Wwft art. 3(2)(d); third-party reporting indicates reliance on intermediary… [De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB)](https://www.dnb.nl/en/general-news/enforcement-measures-2026/administrative-fine-imposed-on-modulr-finance-b-v-for-inadequate-customer-due-diligence/) Also tracked by world-payments:W11

- MT · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-07-03 ### Formally repealed effective 3 July 2026 under Act XXXVI of 2024; CASP/MiCA regime now the exclusive basis for crypto-asset services in Malta [FIAU Malta](https://fiaumalta.org/)

- US-NY · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-06-09 ### Federal GENIUS Act; codifies 'Authorized Payment Stablecoin Issuer' framework, withdrawing 2022 Industry Letter, adding custodian concentration limits and risk-management programme requirements; effective date tied to GENIUS Act commencement (no later than Jan 18, 2027) [NYDFS](https://www.dfs.ny.gov/industry-guidance/regulations/proposed-fs/rp-fs-23nycrr-202-text) Also tracked by crypto:stablecoin_regime, world-payments:W2

- US-WY · Sanctions · 2026-10-15 ### Sectoral determination and approximately 30 designations against Iran's automotive/rail/metals sectors, 17 vessels/companies in Iran's petroleum shadow-fleet network, Cartel del Noreste finance-network designations, and ICC-related sanctions drawing allied public disagreement… [U.S. Department of the Treasury, OFAC](https://ofac.treasury.gov/recent-actions/sanctions-list-updates)

- EEA · Sanctions · 2026-10-12 ### 22nd EU Russia sanctions package (12 October 2026, Council Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2281) added approximately 1,569 listings (826 entities, 743 individuals) targeting Russia's military-industrial complex, the largest single round since the war began [Council of the European Union](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/10/12/russia-s-war-of-aggression-against-ukraine-eu-agrees-largest-ever-package-of-listings-targeting-almost-1600-individuals-and-entities-in-russia-s-military-industrial-complex/) Also tracked by advennt:aml_cft_regime

- US-WY · Conflict Finance · 2026-06-30 ### Supplemental alert (FIN-2026-Alert003, June 30, 2026) flagged over $7 billion in suspicious-activity reports tied to cartel fuel smuggling including stablecoin-based payments; GTO reissued Sept 2, 2026 requiring enhanced MSB reporting in designated NM/TX border counties. [FinCEN](https://www.fincen.gov/system/files/2026-06/FinCEN-Alert-Fiscal-Fuel-Theft.pdf)

- EEA · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-06-19 ### No plenary occurred within this cycle's window; the grey list stands at 22 jurisdictions as set at the 19 June 2026 plenary (Bosnia and Herzegovina and Iraq added; Algeria and Namibia removed); next plenary 26-30 October 2026, Paris [FATF](https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/calendars/events.html)

- BD · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-18 ### Bangladesh's standing AML/CFT regime continues to rest on the Money Laundering Prevention Act 2012 (as amended 2015) and Anti-Terrorism Act 2009, supervised by BFIU within Bangladesh Bank. Last FATF/APG mutual evaluation on record is 2016, with next possible on-site period… [FATF](https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/countries/global-network/asia-pacific-group-on-money-laundering--apg-.html)

- QA · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-18 ### Council of Ministers' Decision No. 8 of 2026 and Decision No. 38 of 2026, amending the Implementing Regulations originally promulgated by Decision No. 41 of 2019 [QFCRA](https://www.qfcra.com/aml-law-and-legislation/)

- FI · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-16 ### AMLA has published several draft Regulatory and Implementing Technical Standards under the AML/CFT regulatory framework and opened sectoral roundtables, per FIN-FSA's own release index. [Finanssivalvonta (FIN-FSA)](https://www.finanssivalvonta.fi/en/)

- SE · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-15 ### Digital krona (CBDC), citing growing use of foreign-currency (chiefly USD) stablecoins as a longer-term risk to the krona's domestic payments role [Sveriges Riksbank](https://www.riksbank.se/sv/betalningar--kontanter/e-krona/) Also tracked by crypto:stablecoin_regime, world-payments:W2

- RU · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-12 ### Individuals may not withdraw cryptocurrency from regulated custodial digital accounts to self-hosted wallets, nor transfer crypto peer-to-peer between individuals (Art. 31(5)/(9)) [Bank of Russia](https://www.cbr.ru/eng/press/event/?id=32724) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing

- US-AK · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-08 ### co_led_34_state_2.5m_bsa_aml_settlement_against_coinme [Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS)](https://www.csbs.org/newsroom/state-financial-regulators-reach-25-million-settlement-crypto-kiosk-operator) Also tracked by world-payments:W2

- US-OH · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-08 ### Coinme agreed to a $2.5M multistate settlement (34 states incl. Ohio as a lead examining state) over BSA/AML program deficiencies; must exit crypto-kiosk business nationwide by 2027-01-01 or pay a further $4M. [Conference of State Bank Supervisors](https://www.csbs.org/newsroom/state-financial-regulators-reach-25-million-settlement-crypto-kiosk-operator) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing

- CO · Sanctions · 2026-10-06 ### Removed 70+ Colombian individuals/entities from SDN List as part of a broader 125-entry sanctions modernisation; Petro, his wife, son and Benedetti remain designated under EO 14059 [U.S. Federal Register / OFAC](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/16/2026-21212/notice-of-ofac-sanctions-action)

- SN · Commercial Activity · 2026-10-02 ### Mandatory use of PI-SPI instant-payment platform for interoperable e-money transactions across UEMOA from 2 November 2026, with revised fee schedule; Senegal hosts the largest national share of connected participants (43 of 175). [BCEAO](https://www.bceao.int/fr/communique-presse/transactions-de-monnaie-electronique-entre-personnes-physiques-par-0) Also tracked by world-payments:W5

- LI · Beneficial Ownership and Corporate Transparency · 2026-10-01 ### AMLA published final drafts of three regulatory technical standards on 1 October 2026 [FMA Liechtenstein](https://www.fma-li.li/en) Also tracked by crypto:commercial_activity, world-payments:W2

- BR · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-09-30 ### VASPs must report to COAF any transfer of US$10,000 or more to or from self-custodied (unhosted) wallets, effective 1 October 2026; banks barred from servicing unauthorised crypto firms from this date. [Agência Brasil](https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br/economia/noticia/2026-09/bc-amplia-controle-sobre-criptomoedas-e-mira-carteiras-proprias)

- CA · Beneficial Ownership and Corporate Transparency · 2026-09-30 ### Canada placed in regular follow-up; R.17 upgraded NC to C, R.12/15/23 upgraded NC to LC, R.16/20 upgraded PC to LC; R.8 (NPOs) upgraded PC to LC; beneficial-ownership effectiveness flagged as uneven across provinces and territories [FATF/APG](https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/Mutualevaluations/canada-mer-2026.html)

- HR · Commercial Activity · 2026-09-30 ### Croatia Banka (CROBA), 100% acquisition, EUR 15m [Hrvatska poštanska banka d.d. (issuer disclosure)](https://www.hpb.hr/en/publicly-disclosed-information/326) Also tracked by world-payments:W6

- CA-KAH · Commercial Activity · 2026-09-29 ### Client Provider Authorization suspended effective 2026-09-29 pursuant to Show Cause Notice [Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission](https://gamingcommission.ca/) Also tracked by world-payments:W13

- GIB · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-07-15 ### Revoked by LN.2026/134 effective 15 July 2026 [Government of Gibraltar](https://www.gibraltarlaws.gov.gi/uploads/legislations/proceeds-of-crime/2021s194/2021s194.pdf)

- HR · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-07-01 ### MiCA transitional period for legacy VASPs in HR ended 2026-07-01, requiring MiCA authorisation for all crypto-asset service provision thereafter [HANFA (Croatian Financial Services Supervisory Agency)](https://www.hanfa.hr/news/provision-of-crypto-asset-services-from-1-july-2026-crypto-licence-and-registration-in-hanfa-registers-mandatory-for-providers-consumers-urged-to-exercise-caution/) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing

- IE · Enabler Jurisdictions and Professional Facilitators · 2026-06-30 ### S.I. No. 307/2026 (European Union (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) (Administrative Sanctions) Regulations 2026) entered into force 30 June 2026, enabling AMLCU to impose administrative financial penalties on AMLCU-supervised TCSPs alongside existing criminal offences… [Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Unit (Dept. of Justice)](https://www.amlcompliance.ie/notifications/)

- PT · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-06-01 ### Portugal's last FATF mutual evaluation was adopted December 2017; FATF calendar lists a possible onsite period of June 2028 and possible Plenary discussion February 2029, with no evaluation activity this cycle [FATF](https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/calendars/assessments.html)

- SK · Beneficial Ownership · 2026-05-06 ### Tightens KÚV identification/verification from multiple independent sources, extends scope to foreign trusts and asset pools, mandates goAML filing, restricts public UBO data access to legitimate-interest requesters [Slov-Lex (Ministry of Justice SR)](https://www.slov-lex.sk/ezbierky-fe/pravne-predpisy/SK/ZZ/2026/73/)

- AG · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-02-13 ### Approved suspension of DCash 2.0 development to prioritise the Fast Payment System and CARICOM Payments and Settlement System (CAPSS) pilot participation. [Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (hosting AG consolidated regulations)](https://www.eccb-centralbank.org/viewPDF/documents/2022-05-13-07-24-09-AntiguaandBarbudaMoneyLaunderingRegulationsConsolidation20092017.pdf)

- CH · Beneficial Ownership · 2026-10-01 ### Revised Anti-Money Laundering Act and new Transparency of Legal Entities and Identification of Beneficial Owners Act (TJPG) entered into force 1 October 2026, establishing a non-public federal beneficial-ownership register (>25% ownership/control threshold) and extending AML… [Swiss Federal Council](https://www.admin.ch/en/newnsb/x3sKLxCJ6S3dQJtfvy0Tb)

- FR · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-10-19 ### 26 new names added 19 Oct 2026, bringing 2026 total to 64 [Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF)](https://www.amf-france.org/en/news-publications/news-releases/amf-news-releases/crypto-assets-autorite-des-marches-financiers-warns-public-about-activities-several-unauthorized-3)

- CH · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-14 ### stable overall ML/TF risk exposure; leading threats are organised crime, corruption, and property/tax crime, each with an international dimension [Federal Department of Finance (EFD)](https://www.efd.admin.ch/en/newnsb/Amio6afANTmb)

- APAC · Conflict Finance and Extractive-Industry Integrity · 2026-10-13 ### Colombian national charged and appeared in connection with laundering more than $2bn tied to Venezuelan government bribery schemes [U.S. Department of Justice](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/homeland-security-task-force-arrests-alvaro-pulido-vargas-face-charges-multibillion-dollar)

- IE · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-06 ### AMLA's public consultation on draft RTS for cross-border information exchange between Financial Intelligence Units closed 6 October 2026; final text not yet published. [Central Bank of Ireland](https://www.centralbank.ie/regulation/anti-money-laundering-and-countering-the-financing-of-terrorism/eu-international)

- TW · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-07-22 ### Passed Legislative Yuan 30 June 2026; promulgated by the President 22 July 2026; creates seven licensed VASP categories under FSC authority; not yet in force. [US Library of Congress, Global Legal Monitor](https://www.loc.gov/item/global-legal-monitor/2026-09-10/taiwan-virtual-asset-service-act-enacted) Also tracked by crypto:crypto_licensing, world-payments:W2

- ID · Sanctions Architecture and Evasion · 2026-06-30 ### FATF's June 2026 3rd Enhanced Follow-up Report upgraded Indonesia's TFS criteria, crediting PPATK Decree 670 [FATF](https://www.fatf-gafi.org/content/dam/fatf-gafi/fur/indonesia-fur-2026.pdf.coredownload.inline.pdf)

- BZ · Commercial Activity · 2026-04-21 ### instant_payment_system_contract_with_Montran_Corporation [Central Bank of Belize](https://www.centralbank.org.bz/detail-pages/news/2026/04/21/central-bank-of-belize-announces-development-of-an-instant-payment-system)

- US-NC · AML/CTF Regime · date pending ### Custodial virtual-currency activity is folded into the general money-transmission licence; no separate virtual-currency licensing track exists. [NC Office of the Commissioner of Banks (NCCOB)](https://nccob.nc.gov/financial-institutions/money-transmitters/money-transmitter-frequently-asked-questions)

- DO · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-18 ### Obligated entities must retain transaction, due-diligence and account records for at least ten years after the end of the business relationship or the transaction date [Dirección General de Impuestos Internos (DGII)](https://dgii.gov.do/legislacion/prevencionLavado/informacionEspecializada/Documents/BrochureLavadoDeActivos.pdf)

- CA-ON · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-10-09 ### OSC amended exemptive-relief decision dated October 9, 2026, within CSA's enhanced pre-registration-undertaking/registration custody/segregation framework [Ontario Securities Commission](https://www.osc.ca/en/industry/registration-and-compliance/crypto-businesses)

- NO · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-08-01 ### Section 4 amended by Act of 6 February 2026 No. 2, in force since 1 August 2026 per royal decree of 19 June 2026 No. 1152 [Lovdata (Norwegian official legislation database)](https://lovdata.no/dokument/NL/lov/2018-06-01-23)

- US-CT · Commercial Activity · 2026-07-01 ### Connecticut Innovations reported a record $66.5M in FY2026 proceeds from portfolio exits. [Connecticut Innovations](https://ctinnovations.com/news/connecticut-innovations-generates-record-66-5-million-in-proceeds-in-fy2026/)

- US-LA · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-06-09 ### Licensees must file BSA/AML-required reports, retain records at least 5 years, and are subject to possible multistate examinations coordinated via CSBS/MTRA. [Louisiana Legislature](https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1481521) Also tracked by world-payments:W1a

- LT · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-03-03 ### Bank of Lithuania, the fourth such LT authorisation [Lietuvos bankas](https://www.lb.lt/en/news/an-authorisation-of-a-crypto-asset-service-provider-granted-to-micar-assets-uab) Also tracked by crypto:commercial_activity, world-payments:W2

- UA · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-02-13 ### Ukraine does not appear on the FATF grey list (Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring) per February or June 2026 plenary lists. [FATF](https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/High-risk-and-other-monitored-jurisdictions/increased-monitoring-february-2026.html)

- BE · AML/CTF Regime · 2025-12-16 ### FATF's December 2025 mutual evaluation found Belgium's AML/CFT/CPF system technically largely aligned with the FATF Recommendations but under-resourced in effectiveness, with no authority designated to license or supervise VASPs at the time of the on-site visit [FATF](https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/Mutualevaluations/mer-belgium-2025.html)

- CA-AB · AML/CTF Regime · date pending ### Market manipulation and insider-reporting violations involving Softlab9 shares; settlement with the Alberta Securities Commission dated Oct 15, 2026. [Alberta Securities Commission](https://www.asc.ca/en/news-and-publications/news-releases/2026/10/15-alnoor-fatehali-nathoo-settles-with-the-asc-for-market-manipulation)

- US-CT · Crypto / Digital Assets / Financial Innovation · 2026-03-09 ### CT Department of Banking summarily suspended Bitcoin Depot's money-transmission licence and issued a temporary cease-and-desist on March 9, 2026, citing AML/KYC control failures, fee-cap violations exceeding 15%, and net-worth shortfalls; penalties up to $100,000 per violation… [Orrick InfoBytes](https://infobytes.orrick.com/2026-03-27/connecticut-suspends-crypto-kiosk-operator-for-violating-consumer-protection-laws/)

- APAC · Sanctions · 2026-10-13 ### 4 individuals and 11 entities tied to Cartel del Noreste designated under EO 14059/13224 for laundering proceeds via quarter-horse racing and construction/fuel front companies in Nuevo León, Mexico [ATFCP](https://atfcp.com/2026/10/13/us-treasury-sanctions-15-cartel-linked-individuals-and-companies-over-money-laundering-illicit-trade-and-corruption/)

- KH · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-09-10 ### Joint virtual-asset oversight framework published c. 23-25 September 2026 splitting licensing between NBC (banks) and SERC (non-bank CASPs); entities become AML/CFT reporting entities to the Cambodia FIU [Cambodianess](https://cambodianess.com/article/nbc-places-chief-bank-under-administration-suspends-depositor-withdrawals)

- SC · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-10-16 ### FSA issued a public notice warning of a purported VASP licence (VASP/2023/00001) displayed online without genuine FSA authorisation, 16 October 2026. [Financial Services Authority, Seychelles](https://fsaseychelles.sc/)

- CZ · Sanctions · 2026-10-15 ### 3 individuals and 9 entities for Russia-sanctions-circumvention (parallel import, oil/financial-transaction evasion) [Council of the European Union](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/10/15/closing-loopholes-council-lists-individuals-and-entities-for-circumventing-eu-sanctions/)

- MX · Sanctions Architecture and Evasion · 2026-10-13 ### OFAC SDN designation under EO 14059 and EO 13224 as amended by EO 13886, mirrored by Mexico's UIF Lista de Personas Bloqueadas [US Department of the Treasury - OFAC](https://ofac.treasury.gov/recent-actions/20261013) Also tracked by advennt:enforcement

- RU · Sanctions · 2026-10-12 ### ~826 companies and 743 executives from Russia's military-industrial complex [Council of the EU (Consilium)](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/policies/sanctions-against-russia/timeline-sanctions-against-russia/)

- UA · Sanctions · 2026-10-12 ### 1,569 individuals and entities designated in Russia's military-industrial complex via Council decision (CFSP) 2026/2279 and implementing regulation (EU) 2026/2281, adopted 12 Oct 2026. [Council of the European Union](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/10/12/russia-s-war-of-aggression-against-ukraine-eu-agrees-largest-ever-package-of-listings-targeting-almost-1600-individuals-and-entities-in-russia-s-military-industrial-complex/)

- APAC · Enabler Jurisdictions · 2026-06-19 ### Remains on FATF grey list per 19 June 2026 statement; October 2026 plenary outcome not yet published [U.S. Department of State](https://www.state.gov/reports/2026-investment-climate-statements/laos)

- HU · Beneficial Ownership and Corporate Transparency · 2026-10-18 ### Hungary refused legitimate-interest access requests to its beneficial-ownership register outright [Transparency International](https://www.transparency.org/en/news/countdown-to-new-eu-beneficial-ownership-rules)

- APAC · AML/CTF Regime · 2026-10-15 ### Objective criteria or legal presumptions for the 'business' element of the unlicensed currency-exchange-for-gambling offence; single-judge adjudication proposed [AGB (Asia Gaming Briefings)](https://agbrief.com/news/macau/15/10/2026/macau-prosecutor-urges-legal-changes-over-hurdles-in-proving-illegal-money-exchange-business/)

- ES · Crypto, Digital Assets, and Financial Innovation · 2026-10-15 ### Draft Circular extending the CNMV complaints procedure to crypto-asset and crowdfunding service providers' clients; consultation opened 15 Oct 2026, closes 16 Nov 2026 [Criptoinforme](https://criptoinforme.com/legal/cnmv-reclamaciones-exchanges-cripto-consulta/)

- MZ · Beneficial Ownership and Corporate Transparency · 2026-10-15 ### Of 851 active real-estate entities identified in 2025, only 234 (27.5%) were registered with GIFiM as legally required. [Correio da Manhã Canadá / Lusa](https://www.correiodamanhacanada.com/autoridades-mocambicanas-pedem-mais-controlo-contra-branqueamento-no-imobiliario/)

## Regulatory horizon

- AE[FATF 5th Round Mutual Evaluation of the UAE](/jurisdictions/united-arab-emirates/) · 2026-Q2half year

- AFR[AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade ratification toward entry into force](/jurisdictions/africa/) · 2027multi year

- AR[CNV PSAV monthly reporting (Formulario PSAV_014) go-live](/jurisdictions/argentina/) · 2026-11-01quarter

- AU[ASIC CP 392 — digital asset/tokenised custody platform licensing standards](/jurisdictions/australia/) · 2027-Q2half year

- AU[OECD CARF domestic implementation](/jurisdictions/australia/) · 2028multi year

- AU[Public beneficial-ownership register for unlisted companies](/jurisdictions/australia/) · 2027multi year

- AU[FATF 5th-round mutual evaluation of Australia](/jurisdictions/australia/) · 2027-Q2half year

- BE[CRD6 transposition law of 22 July 2026](/jurisdictions/belgium/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- BG[Criminal Code chapter criminalising EU sanctions-circumvention](/jurisdictions/bulgaria/) · 2027-Q1half year

- BR[PL 2901/2026 - Marco Nacional de Fintechs e Plataformas Digitais (MNFPD)](/jurisdictions/brazil/) · 2027-Q3year

- BR[BCB VASP incumbent authorisation deadline](/jurisdictions/brazil/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- CA-AB[Canada Stablecoin Act (Bill C-15) implementing regulations](/jurisdictions/canada-alberta/) · 2027year

- CA-KAH[KGC CPA / Key Person Permit fee increase](/jurisdictions/canada-kahnawake/) · 2027-01-01quarter

- CA-ON[FINTRAC universal enrolment regime (PCMLTFA ss.11.4001-11.4015, inserted by Bill C-12)](/jurisdictions/canada-ontario/) · 2027-Q1half year

- CH[AMLO-FINMA partial revision entry into force](/jurisdictions/switzerland/) · 2027-01-01quarter

- CH[FinIA amendment for payment-instrument and crypto institution licences (incl. stablecoin issuance)](/jurisdictions/switzerland/) · 2027year

- CI[FATF grey-list exit decision for Côte d'Ivoire](/jurisdictions/ivory-coast-uemoa/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- CN-MO[Draft Law to Combat Money Laundering and Illicit Financing (virtual-asset definitions, VASP authorisation)](/jurisdictions/macau-sar/) · 2027year

- CO[Coljuegos draft SARLAFT/FT/FPADM resolution for games of chance](/jurisdictions/colombia/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- CR[CONASSIF implementing regulation for VASP registration under Ley 10961](/jurisdictions/costa-rica/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- CY[Markets in Crypto-Assets Bill of 2026 (domestic MiCA enforcement framework)](/jurisdictions/cyprus/) · 2027-Q1half year

- CY[MONEYVAL 5th-round follow-up report on Cyprus](/jurisdictions/cyprus/) · 2027-Q1year

- CZ[AMLD6 transposition into Czech law](/jurisdictions/czech-republic/) · 2027-07-10year

- CZ[MONEYVAL 6th-round mutual evaluation plenary discussion](/jurisdictions/czech-republic/) · 2026-12-01quarter

- DE[AMLR / 6AMLD full application](/jurisdictions/germany/) · 2027-Q3half year

- DE[AMLA direct supervision of ~40 selected financial institutions](/jurisdictions/germany/) · 2028-Q1year

- DZ[MENAFATF enhanced follow-up on Algeria's post-grey-list AML/CFT reforms](/jurisdictions/algeria/) · 2027-Q2year

- EC[Plan Nacional de Acción Estratégico Contra el Lavado de Activos 2026-2030](/jurisdictions/ecuador/) · 2027-Q1year

- EE[Bill 640 SE: MLTFPA/International Sanctions Act amendment expanding FIU database capability](/jurisdictions/estonia/) · 2027-Q1half year

- EEA[AMLR / AMLD6 full application and AMLA RTS build-out](/jurisdictions/european-economic-area/) · 2027-Q3quarter

- ES[RD 813/2026 crypto-ATM / CDD obligations in force](/jurisdictions/spain/) · 2026-10-28quarter

- ES[CNMV draft Circular extending complaints procedure to CASP/crowdfunding clients](/jurisdictions/spain/) · 2027-Q1quarter

- FI[Finland's 5th-round FATF Mutual Evaluation on-site visit](/jurisdictions/finland/) · 2027-Q4half year

- FI[AMLA Work Programme / build-out](/jurisdictions/finland/) · 2027-H1half year

- FR[AMLR / 6AMLD application date](/jurisdictions/france/) · 2027-07-10quarter

- GG[GFSC stablecoin regulatory framework](/jurisdictions/guernsey/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- GG[Handbook/Proceeds of Crime Law Schedule amendments (MONEYVAL follow-up)](/jurisdictions/guernsey/) · 2027-Q1quarter

- GH[FATF Plenary & Working Group Meetings](/jurisdictions/ghana/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- GIB[MONEYVAL 6th-round mutual evaluation of Gibraltar](/jurisdictions/gibraltar/) · 2027-03half year

- GR[AMLA direct-supervision selection and EEA AMLR/6AMLD application affecting Greece](/jurisdictions/greece/) · 2028-Q1multi year

- HK[Hong Kong Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) bill](/jurisdictions/hong-kong-sar/) · 2026-Q4half year

- HK[VA advisory and VA management standalone licensing regimes under AMLO](/jurisdictions/hong-kong-sar/) · 2026-Q4half year

- HK[UK ECCTA 2023 failure-to-prevent-fraud offence standing coverage](/jurisdictions/hong-kong-sar/) · 2026-Q3quarter

- HU[AMLD6 beneficial-ownership register core articles transposition](/jurisdictions/hungary/) · 2026-Q3quarter

- HU[AMLR full direct application in Hungary](/jurisdictions/hungary/) · 2027-Q3quarter

- ID[OJK draft POJK on Financial Reporting Integrity for fintech and crypto providers](/jurisdictions/indonesia/) · 2027-Q1half year

- IM[MONEYVAL sixth-round Mutual Evaluation Report of the Isle of Man](/jurisdictions/isle-of-man/) · 2027-Q2half year

- IS[Iceland 5th Round FATF Mutual Evaluation](/jurisdictions/iceland/) · 2027-Q1half year

- IT[EU AML Package national implementation continuing build-out (MEF supervisory delegation, Guardia di Finanza coordination)](/jurisdictions/italy/) · 2027-Q1half year

- JP[Statutory abolition of image-based identity verification (mandatory IC-chip reading)](/jurisdictions/japan/) · 2027-Q2quarter

- KE[VASP licensing compliance deadline](/jurisdictions/kenya/) · 2026-11-04quarter

- KE[Proliferation-financing regulations to close final FATF action items](/jurisdictions/kenya/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- KE[FATF grey-list exit](/jurisdictions/kenya/) · 2027-Q2multi year

- KH[Draft Law on the Management of Virtual Assets and Digital Assets](/jurisdictions/cambodia/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- KM[New Comorian Banking Law replacing Loi n°13-003/AU of 2013](/jurisdictions/comoros/) · 2027-Q1year

- KM[GIABA 3rd Enhanced Follow-Up Report, Union of the Comoros](/jurisdictions/comoros/) · 2027-Q2year

- KM-A[GIABA 3rd Enhanced Follow-Up Report on the Union of the Comoros](/jurisdictions/comoros-anjouan/) · 2027-Q2year

- LATAM[GAFILAT Travel Rule / VASP supervisory build-out across member states](/jurisdictions/latin-america/) · 2026-Q4half year

- LI[Liechtenstein Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) - national 6AMLD transposition](/jurisdictions/liechtenstein/) · 2027-Q3year

- LI[EU Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR) direct application](/jurisdictions/liechtenstein/) · 2027-Q3quarter

- MA[MENAFATF 3rd round mutual evaluation of Morocco](/jurisdictions/morocco/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- MX[LFPIORPI Beneficial-Ownership Register (Acuerdo 115/2026) in force](/jurisdictions/mexico/) · 2026-11-30quarter

- MX[Mexico FATF 5th-round mutual evaluation Plenary discussion](/jurisdictions/mexico/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- MZ[GIFiM recommends real-estate AML reforms: property-transfer database, tougher sanctions](/jurisdictions/mozambique/) · 2027year

- NG[FATF Mutual Evaluation of Nigeria (2027 cycle)](/jurisdictions/nigeria/) · 2027year

- NG[Unified/harmonised Beneficial Ownership database (CAC proposal)](/jurisdictions/nigeria/) · 2028multi year

- NL[Implementatiewet ter voorkoming van witwassen en terrorismefinanciering (Iwt) — AMLD6 transposition, Wwft repeal](/jurisdictions/netherlands/) · 2027-Q3multi year

- NO[Hvitvaskingsloven Sections 48-49 amendment commencement pending](/jurisdictions/norway/) · 2027-Q1half year

- NO[National transposition outcome on EU's Sixth AML Package (AMLR/6AMLD/AMLA)](/jurisdictions/norway/) · 2027-Q2multi year

- NZ[AML/CFT (Omnibus) Amendment Bill](/jurisdictions/new-zealand/) · 2027-Q3year

- PA[Draft Law No. 314 — Ley Marco Integral de Tecnologías Financieras](/jurisdictions/panama/) · 2026-Q4half year

- PK[PVARA full VASP licensing (beyond transitional NOCs)](/jurisdictions/pakistan/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- PK[FATF October 2026 plenary decision on Pakistan's monitoring status](/jurisdictions/pakistan/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- PL[UC75 — amendment to the Act on Counteracting Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing](/jurisdictions/poland/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- PT[6AMLD transposition completion (post-infringement remediation)](/jurisdictions/portugal/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- PW[FIU AML/CFT Regulation 03/04 (VASP/MVTS reporting-entity designation and registry)](/jurisdictions/palau/) · 2026-Q4half year

- QA[QA AML/CFT Implementing Regulations amended (Decisions No. 8 and No. 38 of 2026)](/jurisdictions/qatar/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- RO[MiCA national implementing Government Emergency Ordinance (ASF/BNR competent-authority designation)](/jurisdictions/romania/) · 2027-Q1half year

- RU[282-FZ non-resident digital-depository provisions and full exchange-operator licensing compliance deadline](/jurisdictions/russia/) · 2027-Q3quarter

- RW[CMA/BNR implementing regulations for VASP AML registration and travel-rule mechanics under Law N° 023/2026](/jurisdictions/rwanda/) · 2027-Q1year

- SA[FATF 5th-round mutual evaluation of Saudi Arabia](/jurisdictions/saudi-arabia/) · 2027-Q2half year

- SC[ESAAMLG Third Round Mutual Evaluation of Seychelles](/jurisdictions/seychelles/) · 2026-11-17quarter

- SE[Digital krona (e-krona) legislative preparation](/jurisdictions/sweden/) · 2031multi year

- SG[Payment Services Act amendments to implement MAS Single-Currency Stablecoin framework](/jurisdictions/singapore/) · 2027-Q2half year

- SI[6AMLD transposition deadline for Slovenia](/jurisdictions/slovenia/) · 2027-Q3year

- SN[WAEMU crypto-asset regulatory framework (C-CRYPTO)](/jurisdictions/senegal/) · 2027multi year

- SN[BCEAO Instruction n°020 e-money ceiling increase and PI-SPI mandate take effect](/jurisdictions/senegal/) · 2026-11-02quarter

- TH[BOT Notification on Risk Management of Cash-Related Transactions for FIs/SFIs](/jurisdictions/thailand/) · closed 2026-10-15quarter

- TH[Cabinet-approved amendments extending SEC enforcement powers alongside police](/jurisdictions/thailand/) · 2027year

- TN[MENAFATF mutual evaluation of Tunisia](/jurisdictions/tunisia/) · 2026-Q4half year

- TT[CFATF possible plenary discussion of Trinidad and Tobago](/jurisdictions/trinidad-and-tobago/) · 2026-11-01quarter

- TT[Remote gambling licensing regime operationalisation](/jurisdictions/trinidad-and-tobago/) · 2027-01-01quarter

- TW[Virtual Asset Service Act commencement (Act + 9 subordinate regulations)](/jurisdictions/taiwan/) · 2027-Q1quarter

- TW[FSC Travel Rule Phase 1 (domestic) and Phase 2 (cross-border)](/jurisdictions/taiwan/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- TZ[Bank of Tanzania cryptocurrency/stablecoin/virtual-asset regulatory framework](/jurisdictions/tanzania/) · 2027-Q1year

- UG[ESAAMLG follow-up technical review of Uganda's AML/CFT compliance](/jurisdictions/uganda/) · 2028multi year

- UG[Bank of Uganda six-pillar virtual-asset regulatory framework](/jurisdictions/uganda/) · 2027year

- UK[Financial Services and Markets Bill 2026-27 — PSR abolition and AML/CTF supervisory architecture reform](/jurisdictions/united-kingdom/) · 2027-Q1half year

- UK[ECCTA 2023 failure-to-prevent-fraud enforcement trajectory](/jurisdictions/united-kingdom/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- US[FinCEN/Federal Banking Agencies BSA/AML Program Rule (effectiveness-based standard)](/jurisdictions/united-states-federal-national/) · 2027-Q2half year

- US[Treasury/OCC GENIUS Act implementing rules (stablecoin AML/sanctions compliance)](/jurisdictions/united-states-federal-national/) · 2027-Q1quarter

- US-AK[Alaska SB86 — money transmission modernization (virtual-currency provisions), AS 06.55](/jurisdictions/united-states-alaska/) · 2027-07-01quarter

- US-AR[FATF Plenary candidate grey-list removals](/jurisdictions/united-states-arkansas/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- US-DE[Delaware SB18 implementing regulations (Money Transmission and Virtual Currency Modernization Act)](/jurisdictions/united-states-delaware/) · 2027-Q3half year

- US-DE[Delaware SB19 implementing regulations (Payment Stablecoins Act) and SCRC federal certification application](/jurisdictions/united-states-delaware/) · 2028-Q1half year

- US-FL[Florida Virtual Currency Kiosk registration regime commences](/jurisdictions/united-states-florida/) · 2027-01-01quarter

- US-FL[Florida stablecoin issuer annual OFR certification first due](/jurisdictions/united-states-florida/) · 2027-02-01quarter

- US-IL[DACPA/DAKA implementing rules (38 IAC 1031, 1032) reach JCAR Second Notice](/jurisdictions/united-states-illinois/) · 2026-10-20quarter

- US-IL[Illinois Digital Asset Tax Act implementing rules; comment period closes 2026-10-30, effective 2027-01-01](/jurisdictions/united-states-illinois/) · 2027-01-01quarter

- US-KS[Beneficient Fiduciary Financial (BFF) TEFFI charter cease-and-desist proceeding](/jurisdictions/united-states-kansas/) · 2026-Q4quarter

- US-MA[Statewide ban on cryptocurrency ATMs/kiosks (S.3178 Amendment 374)](/jurisdictions/united-states-massachusetts/) · 2027-Q1half year

- US-MD[Maryland Stablecoin Act commencement](/jurisdictions/united-states-maryland/) · 2027-01-01quarter

- US-MI[Money Transmission Modernization Act (HB 5544 package)](/jurisdictions/united-states-michigan/) · 2027-Q3year

- US-MN[Minnesota Fraud GTO renewal/expiry decision point](/jurisdictions/united-states-minnesota/) · 2027-02-06quarter

- US-MO[SB 1510 — AG enforcement authority for Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Protection Act](/jurisdictions/united-states-missouri/) · 2026-Q3half year

- US-NC[NC Digital Asset and Stablecoin Act (HB 1029)](/jurisdictions/united-states-north-carolina/) · 2027-Q1half year

- US-NE[LB838 remittance excise tax and foreign-adversary MTL restrictions](/jurisdictions/united-states-nebraska/) · closed 2026-07-01quarter

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