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Supporting Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Fighting Financial Crime

The regulator issued this circular on June 22, 2026, to guide authorized institutions in adopting artificial intelligence for anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism controls. The document provides an enclosure with smart tips to facilitate the effective implementation of AI technologies in combating financial crime. This guidance applies to all authorized institutions and aims to enhance the efficacy of AML/CFT frameworks through technological innovation.

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Issue Date:

22 Jun 2026

20260622-1-EN.pdf (148.7 KB)

Topic:

AML & CFT - AML/CFT Controls

Group:

All Authorized Institutions

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Annex

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22 Jun 2026

Enclosure - Supporting A.I. Adoption in Fighting Financial Crime

Annex

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22 Jun 2026

Enclosure - Supporting A.I. Adoption in Fighting Financial Crime

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