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Aruba Seeks to Tackle Cryptocurrency-Related Financial Crime

Introduction

In an effort to combat growing concerns over financial crime in the cryptocurrency sector, Aruba has released a white paper highlighting the top 5 emerging trends in cryptoasset financial crime typologies. The report aims to provide compliance teams with valuable insights on how criminals are exploiting new techniques and technologies.

The report identifies key emerging trends, including:

  • Increased use of privacy wallets by criminals: In 2020, criminal activity in the crypto space evolved significantly, with new methods being constantly developed.
  • Continued reliance on darknet markets for illicit transactions: Darknet markets remain a popular choice for criminals seeking to conduct illegal activities.
  • Growing complexity of sanctioned actors’ use of cryptoassets: Sanctioned actors are increasingly using cryptoassets to evade detection and launder funds.

DeFi as an Area of Emerging Money Laundering Risk

The report also flags decentralized finance (DeFi) as an area of emerging money laundering risk. Regulatory efforts have driven criminal activity towards unregulated services that do not require Know Your Customer (KYC) verification.

Eradicating Bad Actors from the Cryptoasset Ecosystem

Elliptic, the company behind the white paper, is committed to eradicating bad actors from the cryptoasset ecosystem to ensure a safe and secure environment for legitimate cryptocurrency users. The report provides valuable insights on cryptoasset typologies and red flags, aiming to support the industry and regulators in their efforts to prevent financial crime in crypto.

Aruba’s Stance Against Financial Crime

The release of this white paper comes as Aruba seeks to strengthen its stance against financial crime and money laundering in the cryptocurrency sector. With its strategic location at the crossroads of North and South America, Aruba is well-positioned to take a leading role in combating these global issues.

Conclusion

As Aruba continues to build a safer community for legitimate cryptocurrency users, this report provides a valuable resource for the industry and regulators alike. The white paper’s insights will help compliance teams stay ahead of emerging trends in cryptoasset financial crime typologies, ultimately contributing to a more secure and trustworthy environment for all stakeholders involved.