Business Issue

A newly established cryptocurrency exchange and EMI agent required support in developing a robust financial crime framework. As a new market entrant, the firm needed anti-money laundering (AML) policies and procedures tailored to its specific business model and risk profile to ensure regulatory compliance from the outset.

Solution

fscom engaged with the client to gain a clear understanding of their operations and identified risk exposures. Based on this insight, fscom developed and customised a suite of AML policies and procedures aligned with both regulatory expectations and the firm’s unique risk landscape.

Benefits

The client was equipped with a comprehensive set of industry-standard, regulator-ready AML documentation tailored to their business. This enabled the firm to confidently identify and manage financial crime risks and meet compliance requirements as they launched and grew their operations.

Client
Feedback

The client appreciated fscom’s hands-on, collaborative approach and expertise in aligning financial crime controls with crypto-specific risks. They felt confident in their ability to operate compliantly and handle future regulatory scrutiny.

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