Cryptocurrencies and Anti Money Laundering

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Abstract

This subject explores the link between cryptocurrencies and money laundering by providing an introduction to the functionality of cryptocurrencies and evaluates global and domestic efforts to mitigate the criminal risks these technologies present. Drawing on case studies this subject examines the evolution of cryptocurrencies and the criminal affordances presented by … For more content click the Read More button below.

This subject explores the link between cryptocurrencies and money laundering by providing an introduction to the functionality of cryptocurrencies and evaluates global and domestic efforts to mitigate the criminal risks these technologies present. Drawing on case studies this subject examines the evolution of cryptocurrencies and the criminal affordances presented by these technologies. The subject also examines regulatory and industry efforts to protect the integrity of these technologies and minimize the possibility of their use to launder the proceeds of crime.

Syllabus

What cryptocurrencies are and how they functionThe evolution of cryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencies affordances and money launderingDomestic and international responses to cryptocurrenciesIndustry responses to money laundering and terrorist financing digital currency risks.