This course can be delivered to your organisation as part of our bespoke Corporate Training Solutions, at your own time and your own convenience. Contact us on kla@kpmg.com.mt or call us on +356 2563 6363 or on +356 9963 6363 for more information on how we can take care of your organisation’s training needs.

Course Description:

The session will deal with the AML/CFT dimension to the Virtual Financial Assets and the use of RegTech in this space. The introductory part of this training session will be interactive by understanding the concepts of DLT and cryptos and the use of technology in the compliance and the AML arena. We will then delve into the international and local Regulations and guidelines with respect to the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism, including the FIAU’s Implementing Procedures Part II sector specific on VFAs. In the second part of the session we will provide you with examples of the use of DLT in the AML space and we will also take you through some real-life case studies on the use of DLT and red flags from a AML perspective with respect to cryptos.

Target Audience: Accountants, Lawyers, Corporate Service Providers, MLROs and other employees within the AML/CFT field with an interest to or working in the VFA/DLT/Crypto space.

Learning Outcomes:

• Introduction – What is DLT and Cryptos
• Risks, Challenges and Countermeasures:- FATF/Basel- 5AMLD
• IPs VFAs and the VFA Act
• Use of DLT in the AML space
• Case studies

Venue: Kindly contact us on kla@kpmg.com.mt to indicate your preferred training method; online or in-person.

CPE Hours: This course qualifies for 2 hours of Structured CPE which can be classified as Professional Competency. A certificate of attendance will be provided at the end of the session.