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AMLA Holds First Public Hearing to Advance the EU AML Single Rulebook
On 24 March 2026, the Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) held its first public hearing to further develop the EU Anti-Money Laundering Single Rulebook into a robust, risk-based, and practical framework for all entities in the EU. The hearing provided stakeholders with an opportunity to speak …
Published 3 weeks, 4 days ago
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Takedown of Major Cryptocurrency Laundering Service “AudiA6”
In June 2026, Europol reported that a major cryptocurrency laundering service known as "AudiA6" was dismantled in an international law enforcement operation. The service was used by ransomware groups and cybercriminal networks to launder stolen digital assets while obscuring financial trails. It is suspected of having laundered over €336 million from 2022 to 2025.
Published 4 weeks, 2 days ago
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Europol Report Outlines Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography for Financial Institutions
On 21 January 2026, Europol and its partners published a joint report entitled "Prioritising Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Activities in Financial Services". The report offers financial institutions a structured, risk-based approach to preparing for the transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC). This involves using encryption methods that …
Published 2 months ago
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Europol Launches European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling
On 24 March 2026, Europol launched the European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling (ECAMS) as part of the implementation of the new Pact on Migration and Asylum. The centre is intended to consolidate and strengthen existing Europol capabilities, leading to a more integrated, operationally focused structure …
Published 2 months ago
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Europol Report Highlights Shift in Maritime Cocaine Trafficking
On 27 January 2026, Europol published a report entitled "Diversification in Maritime Cocaine Trafficking Modi Operandi". The report analyses the evolving tactics used by criminal networks to traffic cocaine into Europe via maritime routes. Setting the scene: The expansion of coca cultivation and increased efficiency …
Published 2 months ago
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Football Enters EU Anti-Money Laundering Framework
On 27 April 2026, in an interview with Italian outlet “Calcio e Finanza”, the Chair of the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA), Bruna Szego, outlined the rationale for bringing professional football clubs and agents under the EU’s anti-money laundering framework from July 2029.
Published 2 months ago
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AMLA’s Inaugural Conference: EU Pushes for Stronger AML/CFT Coordination
On 9 June 2026, the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA) held its first public conference, bringing together over 360 participants from all 27 EU Member States, with additional stakeholders following online via livestream. Attendees included representatives of EU …
Published 2 months ago
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Project A.S.S.E.T. – New Benchmark for International Cooperation in Global Asset Seizure
From 19–22 May 2026, Europol conducted the third and most successful operational week of Project A.S.S.E.T. (Asset Search & Seize Enforcement Taskforce). Project A.S.S.E.T., organised by Europol’s European Financial and Economic Crime Centre (EFECC), supports the fight against serious and organised crime and the seizure …
Published 2 months ago
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Eurojust and Genocide Prosecution Network Commemorate 2026 EU Day Against Impunity
On 23 May 2026, Eurojust marked the 11th EU Day Against Impunity for genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes – together with the Genocide Prosecution Network. Since 2016, Eurojust and the Genocide Prosecution Network have jointly highlighted the EU Day Against Impunity to raise …
Published 2 months ago
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Eurojust Vice-President Re-Elected
On 26 May 2026, Lithuania’s National Member at Eurojust, Margarita Šniutytė-Daugėlienė, was re-elected as Vice-President of the Agency. She will begin her second four-year mandate on 28 June, continuing to serve alongside Eurojust President Michael Schmid and Vice-President José de la Mata.Ms …
Published 2 months ago