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.
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.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to explain how cryptocurrencies function;
2.
be able to identify the susceptibility of cryptocurrencies to money laundering and terrorist financing;
3.
be able to evaluate domestic and international regulatory responses to cryptocurrency money laundering risks;
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be able to evaluate industry responses to cryptocurrency money laundering risks; and
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be able to demonstrate the communication, literacy, numeracy, research and digital skills required of a competent professional financial crime control practitioner.