The world of anti-money laundering (AML), fraud and corruption is rapidly evolving, and 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year. With new technologies – think AI – upping the threat levels in cryptocurrency-related crimes, cybersecurity breaches and supply chain abuses coupled with stricter global regulations, it’s going to get harder for businesses to stay ahead of the curve. And with governments and regulators moving towards proactive measures, demanding not just compliance but accountability, significant penalties await those who fail to prevent financial crime.

What are the trends, challenges and strategies in financial crime that businesses need to navigate in 2025? Our new guide covers everything from evolving sanctions regimes to increased fraud risks to the benefits and dangers of AI. We discuss the likelihood of crypto scams continuing. Spoiler alert: They will. Only they will be more sophisticated. Will Russia and North Korea play nice? In a word, no. This has implications for you if Russia and North Korea are on your business radar. You’ll need tighter controls, more oversight and you will want to make sure even the smallest deals are clean. 

And you will want to pay attention to the World Uyghur Congress (WUC) case ruling. It’s a game changer for supply chains.

You’ll want to read it all: As the regulatory landscape gets more complex, it’s becoming increasingly evident that this year is a pivotal one for businesses who want to maintain compliance, avoid corruption and survive and thrive.