Cryptocurrencies And Aml Risks And Compliance Essentials

Master the intersection of crypto and compliance—learn AML risks, red flags, and regulatory frameworks.

What you'll learn

Understand the Fundamentals of Cryptocurrency

Identify AML Risks Associated with Virtual Assets

Apply AML Compliance Practices to the Crypto Space

Assess and Respond to Regulatory Developments and Enforcement Trends

Requirements

Basic understanding of financial systems or AML concepts is helpful but not mandatory.

Description

Cryptocurrencies are transforming the financial world—but they also bring new risks for money laundering, fraud, and regulatory breaches. This course equips you with the essential knowledge and tools to navigate the complex world of crypto compliance.Designed for professionals in compliance, finance, crypto, and law enforcement, this course breaks down how virtual assets are exploited for financial crime—and how to counter those risks using practical AML strategies.You'll explore how blockchain works, identify red flags in crypto transactions, understand FATF and regulatory expectations, and learn how Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) can meet their compliance obligations.Whether you're new to crypto or enhancing your financial crime skills, this course will give you the confidence to assess, monitor, and respond to AML risks in the evolving digital asset landscape.By the end of this course, you will be able to:Understand how cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology workIdentify common crypto-related money laundering typologies and red flagsApply AML/CFT regulations and compliance frameworks to virtual assetsInterpret key global regulations, including the FATF Travel RuleStay ahead of emerging threats and enforcement trendsThis course is ideal for:Compliance professionals, AML analysts, auditors, regulators, fintech teams, law enforcement, crypto businesses, and anyone interested in the intersection of digital assets and financial crime.

Overview

Section 1: Cryptocurrencies and AML Risks and Compliance Essentials

Lecture 1 Introduction to Cryptocurrency and AML Framework

Lecture 2 AML in the Crypto Context, Risks, and VASPs

Lecture 3 Blockchain Basics, NFT Laundering, DeFI, Unhosted Wallets, Regulatory Bodies

Lecture 4 Travel Rule, AML Program, CDD, Transaction Monitoring, Blockchain Analytics

Lecture 5 SAR, Red Flags, Mixers and Darknet, and Case studies

AML and compliance professionals seeking to understand crypto-related risks and regulations.,Banking, fintech, and crypto staff needing practical crypto compliance knowledge.,Law enforcement and regulators looking to stay informed on crypto-related crime.,Students and beginners aiming to build foundational knowledge in crypto AML.,Anyone curious about how crypto is misused and how to prevent financial crime.