ACAMS Today

ACAMS Today is a top resource for professionals focused on detecting and preventing financial crime. This publication aims to keep its members informed about valuable benefits, educational programs, upcoming events, and the most recent changes in legislation and regulations both nationally and internationally. Available only to members, it features career advice, profiles of fellow members, updates from various chapters, and listings for graduates of CAMS, CGSS, and Advanced Certification programs, along with other important topics related to financial crime. Additionally, the publication provides content in both traditional and simplified Chinese.

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Future Gazing - ACAMS Today

1 month ago | acamstoday.org | Karla Monterrosa-Yancey

Years ago, while living in Paris, France, I had the great fortune to meet a lovely elderly woman who had lived a full and amazing life. Another friend and I would visit her at her small apartment in the 11th arrondissement each week. Our routine consisted of reading together and engaging in lively conversation while having an apéro. One day she had another guest at the apartment. She introduced us to her animated friend who regaled us with stories of her life in the Paris art scene.
Understanding North Korea’s $1.5B Bybit Theft, With Geoff White - ACAMS Today

1 month ago | acamstoday.org

In this episode of “Financial Crime Matters,” Kieran talks with Geoff White, the author of three crucial books on financial crime, including “The Lazarus Heist: From Hollywood to High Finance: Inside North Korea’s Global Cyber War.” Drawing from “The Lazarus Heist” and a plethora of recent information, Geoff details North Korea’s $1.5 billion theft of ether in February from Bybit,
Reenvisioning Digital Assets under the Trump Administration

Jan 24, 2025 | acamstoday.org | Ari Redbord

On January 23, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology,” marking a pivotal shift in US policy on digital assets and financial innovation. The directive aims to bolster the nation’s leadership in blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies while emphasizing innovation, regulatory clarity, and the protection of individual freedoms and monetary sovereignty.
How Human Traffickers Exploit the Financial System for Child Sexual Abuse

Jan 16, 2025 | acamstoday.org | Adam Levine

Human traffickers have found an unfortunate and illicit opportunity in child predators. As crimes involving child sexual abuse have reached worldwide endemic levels, crimes like the livestreaming sexual abuse of children, child sex tourism and the production of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) have become increasingly profit-driven, leaving the financial industry exposed to a group of predicate crimes that were not a focus in the past.
Supporting Survivors: Partnering With Anti-Human Trafficking Organizations

Jan 10, 2025 | acamstoday.org | Jennifer Moreau

Human trafficking (HT) is widely regarded as one of the most undetected and underreported crimes globally. It exploits millions worldwide, stripping individuals of their freedom and dignity. Central to combating this scourge is the unwavering support for survivors, whose resilience and courage inspire the global fight against exploitation. Collaborating with anti-HT organizations is essential in providing survivors with the resources and opportunities they need to rebuild their lives.
Financial Crime Matters and Beyond: Head and Heart

Nov 22, 2024 | acamstoday.org | Kieran Beer

Whether it is investigators following the proceeds of human trafficking or compliance officers filing suspicious activity or currency transaction reports on funds tied to child exploitation, dispassionately collecting evidence is crucial to catching and convicting the bad guys. But the professional demeanor that pursuing traffickers, fraudsters and other criminals requires does not preclude us from showing empathy for their victims.
Holiday Scams to Watch Out for in 2024 - ACAMS Today

Nov 10, 2024 | acamstoday.org | Dustin Eaton

The holiday season, with its surge in shopping, travel and festive activities, is also a peak period for scammers who seek to exploit the spirit of generosity and the flurry of financial transactions. In 2024, as digital technology becomes more integrated into daily life, new and evolving scams pose significant threats to consumers and financial institutions alike.
Standing Up With Mech Dara Against ‘Pig Butchering’ With Zeke Faux, Danielle Keeton-Olsen and Erin West - ACAMS Today

Nov 4, 2024 | acamstoday.org

In this episode of “Financial Crime Matters,” Kieran Beer talks with three individuals committed to exposing cryptocurrency scams and drawing attention to imprisoned investigative journalist Mech Dara, who is responsible for uncovering the horrific conditions and practices within Cambodian-based crypto fraud compounds. Zeke Faux, the author of “Number Go Up,” Danielle Keeton-Olsen, a freelance journalist based in Phnom Pehn,
Breaking Barriers in AFC: Recap of The Assembly Las Vegas

Oct 1, 2024 | acamstoday.org | Karla Monterrosa-Yancey |Monica Mendez |Ana Martinez |Ana Martínez |Ben Bahner

The ACAMS Assembly Las Vegas, held from September 23-25, 2024, at the Aria Resort and Casino, presented a variety of sessions addressing important anti-financial crime (AFC) topics such as cryptocurrency, compliance regulation, suspicious activity reports (SARs), artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI), the FTX scandal, online gaming, child trafficking and emerging developments in anti-money laundering (AML)/AFC.
Two Viewpoints: How 9/11 Redefined Military Roles

Sep 11, 2024 | acamstoday.org | Brian Smith |Charles Rego

The attacks of September 11 radically transformed every aspect of life, business and governance, and its effects continue to be felt today. For members of the Armed Forces, the impact was immediate and drastic. A largely conventional force with a doctrine primarily geared for warfare amongst nation-states had to transform quickly and confront an enemy lacking borders, uniforms or national identity.