How to be compliant & protect your crypto business from fraud

economictimes.indiatimes.com:

cryptocurrencies has disrupted the global financial landscape, creating both opportunities and risks for investors. With the entry of new and credible players in the crypto space and the possibilities of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies have become significant growth drivers. However, the rising number of scams in the crypto space has become a concern for investors, with reports indicating that illicit addresses sent nearly $23.8 billion worth of cryptocurrency in 2022 alone. As the crypto industry continues to grow, it is imperative for businesses to prioritise security and regulatory compliance of their operations to prevent any potentially questionable transactions. The Finance Ministry's recent announcement of including crypto businesses under the Prevention of Money-laundering Act, 2002 highlights the increasing importance of regulatory compliance in the crypto space. Any exchange involving virtual digital assets and fiat currencies, exchange between multiple forms of virtual digital assets, and transfer of digital assets will now be subject to the same anti-money laundering standards as other regulated entities. These developments are not unique to India, as other regions such as the EU, US, and Singapore have also implemented similar laws and regulations, such as the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) provisional agreement, the Framework for International Engagement on Digital Assets, and guidelines by the Monetary Authority of Singapore's Payment Service Act.

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