We’re pleased to relaunch the FINTRAIL REGCAP in a new, quarterly format for 2025. With a refreshed design and streamlined focus, each edition provides clear, accessible insights into the financial crime regulatory landscape - helping you stay informed and ahead of the curve.
This edition covers key developments from Q1 2025 across the UK, Europe and selected global jurisdictions. We’ve also introduced two new dedicated sections:
Sanctions Developments – Major updates from the UK, US, EU and others on enforcement, designations, and sector-specific guidance.
Regulatory Fines & Enforcement – A round-up of notable penalties, including key lessons for firms.
Top stories this issue
The FCA sets out new expectations for payments firms and updates its long-term strategy.
OFSI publishes sector-specific sanctions threat assessments and new enforcement actions.
FATF launches consultations on payment transparency and complex proliferation risks.
The EU progresses key elements of its AML package and launches a sanctions helpdesk.
Australia and Germany move forward with significant reforms to their AML/CTF frameworks.
What other publications and regulatory changes caught your eye last quarter? If you are interested in speaking to the FINTRAIL team about any of the items in the REGCAP, have any ideas for inclusion, or want to discuss any other financial crime topic, please get in touch.