Implications of EU fourth AML Directive “far reaching”

iGaming Business – Online gambling operators should be alert to the amendments relative to the fourth Anti-Money Laundering Directive that will be discussed at the European Parliament over the next couple of months, Steve Cook, business development director for Facebanx, has told iGaming Business. The fourth AML Directive will impose stricter know-your-customer (KYC) and client due diligence (CDD) requirements on igaming operators and will look to address issues such as the role played by shell companies and trusts in concealing money laundering and the identities of corrupt individuals or businesses involved in illegal or criminal activities. Guidelines from the fourth…