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The Rise of Ice Phishing Attacks: What Businesses Need to Know.
Press Release.
The Rise of Ice Phishing Attacks: What Businesses Need to Know.
Ice Phishing attacks have been on the rise, with cybercriminals becoming increasingly sophisticated in their methods. It is one of the latest and most dangerous types of phishing attacks known in the...
An Overview of the Proposed Custody Rule 223-1 by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission For Registered Investment Advisers
AML Compliance.
An Overview of the Proposed Custody Rule 223-1 by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission For Registered Investment Advisers
The Proposed Custody Rule 223-1  is a proposed rule by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding the custody of assets, securities, or funds of clients by Investment advisers. The...
5 Benefits Of Pentesting In Relation To Compliance
Cybersecurity.
5 Benefits Of Pentesting In Relation To Compliance
Pentesting is one essential part of the entire compliance process. Companies can validate their cyber risks and mitigate them using Pentesting. This is significant  for companies that deal with...
The Central Bank of Nigeria Regulatory Sandbox Is now Operational: Here’s 5 Ways Your Start -Up  Can Benefit From It.
AML Compliance.
The Central Bank of Nigeria Regulatory Sandbox Is now Operational: Here’s 5 Ways Your Start -Up  Can Benefit From It.
TheCentral Bank of Nigeria Regulatory Sandbox became operational on January 25, 2023.  The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) made this announcement through their Twitter handle in a Thread.  According to...
Money Muling: 4 Consequences of Being a Money Mule
Crypto Compliance Training.
Money Muling: 4 Consequences of Being a Money Mule
Money muling is a menace in any given society and you can face various consequences if you become a Money Mule . It aids cybercrime and helps perpetrators to carry out organized criminal activities...
Compliance Officer Job Vacancy at OBIEX
Press Release.
Compliance Officer Job Vacancy at OBIEX
A&D Forensics is recruiting a Mid Level Compliance Officer for her 'Compliance as a Service' (Caas) Client, OBIEX.To apply for the compliance officer job role at Obiex, kindly fill out the application...
KRAKEN SETTLES WITH OFAC: 6 Lessons For Every VASP
AML Compliance.
KRAKEN SETTLES WITH OFAC: 6 Lessons For Every VASP
Kraken’s  settlement agreement with OFAC emphasizes how crucial it is for crypto compliance teams at crypto businesses including Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPS), to take initiative in...
Press Release.
OFAC Takes Action Against Multiple Individuals Involved in Terrorists Weapons Trafficking Network in Eastern Africa
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury designated the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria affiliate known as "ISIS-Somalia" for the first time on Tuesday,...
What Does Crypto Compliance Mean for your Start-Up Business?
AML Compliance.
What Does Crypto Compliance Mean for your Start-Up Business?
Given the regulatory uncertainty surrounding cryptocurrencies, it is important that your start-up business in this space understand their Crypto Compliance obligations.  Hence, we have enumerated...
A&D Forensics Partners with ACFE Lagos Chapter #201 to Train Fraud Examiners on Cryptocurrency Investigations and Compliance
Press Release.
A&D Forensics Partners with ACFE Lagos Chapter #201 to Train Fraud Examiners on Cryptocurrency Investigations and Compliance
With the increasing popularity of cryptocurrencies and the rise in cryptocurrency frauds, the ACFE Lagos Chapter has decided to upskill its members with certification trainings in cryptocurrency...
5 Ways To Spot A Ponzi Scheme
FATF.
5 Ways To Spot A Ponzi Scheme
Ponzi schemes are adopting new ways of enticing their intended victims with captivating and acclaimed profitable investments. As an investor, whether cryptocurrencies or fiat currencies,  ensure you...
Review of Nigerian Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
AML Compliance.
Review of Nigerian Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
Nigeria forbids the practice of money laundering either with Fiat or Virtual Assets as seen in the Nigerian  Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. A&D Forensics is committed to...