AML: Crypto, Real Estate, and AI Transformations
2024 AML Trends: Crypto Regulation, Real Estate Scrutiny, AI Integration.

2024 AML Trends: Crypto Regulation, Real Estate Scrutiny, AI Integration.
The concept of the metaverse and real estate are interconnected, as the metaverse relies on virtual spaces that can be bought, sold, and developed, much like physical real estate.
FTX is suing the lawyers appointed to liquidate its Bahamian entity, saying they’re waging a jurisdictional battle that will hurt customers and creditors.
Earlier reports suggested the former FTX CEO was going to waive any extradition challenge.
A judge in the Bahamas has denied disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's request for bail, calling the former billionaire a flight risk.
The Securities Commission of the Bahamas last week ordered the contents of FTX's crypto wallets to be transferred to government-controlled wallets.
Despite the company’s convoluted corporate structure, Bahamas-based lawyers say everything falls under the “FTX Digital Markets” umbrella.
Financial police in the Bahamas are working with the local securities regulator to investigate if any criminal conduct has occurred.
Although real estate is often considered a safer investment over stocks, it isn’t for everyone, a reality leading many to look to the digital realm as an alternative.
In addition to recommending financially educating the public in The Bahamas, the IMF hinted at the importance of “robust supervisory and regulatory framework” for digital assets.