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Compliance Training for Financial Institutions in Switzerland: Basel Institute Partners with MME on FinTech AML Course

The Wolfsberg Group, a global association of 13 major banks, has recently become an independent legal entity and relocated its headquarters to the Basel Institute on Governance in Switzerland. This development comes as the financial sector continues to grapple with the challenges of managing financial crime risks.

Addressing Concerns through FinTech AML Compliance Training

In a move aimed at addressing these concerns, the Basel Institute’s cryptocurrency expert Federico Paesano delivered a successful two-day open training course on blockchain, cryptocurrencies and anti-money laundering (AML) combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) this week in collaboration with Zurich-based MME and its Senior Compliance Advisor Chris Gschwend.

Course Highlights

  • Covered the essentials of blockchain technology
  • Provided insights on adapting AML/CFT processes to the fast-paced and rapidly evolving FinTech industry

The Importance of Staying Ahead of the Curve

With financial institutions increasingly operating in group structures, it is essential that they stay ahead of the curve when it comes to compliance training. As the financial sector continues to evolve, it is crucial for institutions to adapt their AML/CFT processes to stay compliant.

An interview with Gemma Aiolfi, Head of Compliance, Corporate Governance, and Collective Action at the Basel Institute, has been published by KPMG. The interview, titled “From the top: effective anti-corruption measures and the need for change,” highlights the challenges facing banks in combating financial crime, including the critical importance of senior management leading by example.

The Private Sector’s Role in Fighting Corruption

The private sector plays a vital role in fighting corruption worldwide. Transparency International’s Global Corruption Report 2009 details the many corruption risks faced by businesses globally. As Switzerland’s financial institutions continue to navigate the complex landscape of compliance and risk management, training courses like the FinTech AML Compliance Training offered by the Basel Institute and MME will undoubtedly play a key role in ensuring their continued success.

Key Takeaways

  • Financial institutions must stay ahead of the curve when it comes to compliance training
  • The private sector plays a vital role in fighting corruption worldwide
  • Training courses like the FinTech AML Compliance Training offered by the Basel Institute and MME will continue to play a key role in ensuring financial institutions’ success