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High Stakes

Casinos, Crime, and Cartels

Gambling and gaming are significant sources of revenue and entertainment, which continue to be targeted by cartels, organized crime networks, professional money launderers, and other illicit actors seeking to launder funds.

While significant progress has been made in many jurisdictions to establish regulatory regimes, deliver effective implementation, and to continuously monitor and enforce protections against unlawful activity, even jurisdictions with strong regulation and enforcement are vulnerable.

The lessons learned in more established jurisdictions, both of money laundering methodologies and the necessary countermeasures, provide valuable instruction on how to build a well-protected gambling/gambling sector from the outset.

Explore global case studies, red flags, and compliance best practices in our latest report.

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Whether online self-study or instructor-led sessions, IFI’s training solutions and services provide today’s professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, assess, and manage financial crime and global risks in an increasingly complex financial system.

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When Holiday Cheer Meets Fraud Pressure

November 26, 2025

This article breaks down the key scam patterns emerging this season, why December has become a true test of institutional readiness, and the steps teams can take to reduce losses and respond with confidence.

Where Boards and Senior Management Fall Short on Compliance Oversight

November 18, 2025

From passive oversight and overreliance on compliance officers to blind spots in risk awareness and a check-the-box only training culture, senior management often stumbles in ways that invite regulatory scrutiny. This article explores the most common pitfalls and how leaders can avoid them to strengthen accountability at the top.

OFAC’s 50 Percent Rule

November 12, 2025

This article delves into OFAC’s 50 Percent Rule, common pitfalls, and best practices for avoiding costly mistakes.

October 2025 Sanctions and Export Controls Update

November 5, 2025

Explore this month’s Sanctions and Export Controls Update, highlighting IFI’s take on key developments from Ocotober 2025.

Phantom Risks

October 30, 2025

As financial crime compliance teams rely increasingly on automation, unseen vulnerabilities often hide in plain sight. This article examines the “phantom risks” modern CCOs face—from AI-driven fraud to overlooked vendor gaps—and how to bring them into the light before they strike.

Navigating the Convergence of Sanctions Evasion, Export Control Evasion, and Money Laundering

October 22, 2025

Explore the convergence of illicit finance domains through real-life examples including Russia’s procurement of drone components, Iran’s evasion networks, and China’s acquisition of restricted chips.

The Illusion of Preparedness

October 15, 2025

High training completion rates may look good on paper, but they don’t always mean teams are ready for real-world threats. Explore why even well-trained staff can miss critical red flags—and what leaders can do to turn perceived readiness into proven preparedness.

Operation Mouse

October 8, 2025

Synthetic identities are increasingly used to perpetrate fraud. Delve into real-life examples of synthetic identity fraud in Canada, along with the actions financial institutions can take in response, in this article.

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