by Israel Udensi | Jan 29, 2025 | Blog, Resources
Saudi Arabia’s fintech sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, driven by ambitious Vision 2030 goals and robust regulatory frameworks. This article explores the opportunities and compliance challenges fintechs face in Saudi Arabia and how azakaw can help companies...
by Israel Udensi | Jan 23, 2025 | Blog, Resources
The GCC region is cementing its position as a global fintech hub, with governments investing heavily in innovation and creating favourable regulatory environments. The Middle East fintech market is expected to reach $3.45 billion by 2026, with the GCC playing a...
by Israel Udensi | Jan 17, 2025 | Blog, Resources
In today’s fast-evolving regulatory environment, financial institutions and fintechs are under increasing pressure to maintain robust compliance with sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) requirements. These measures are critical not only for regulatory...
by Israel Udensi | Jan 10, 2025 | Blog, Resources
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has firmly established itself as a leading international financial centre, renowned for its robust regulatory framework, innovative policies, and unwavering commitment to economic growth. This foundation, built upon principles of...
by Israel Udensi | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, Resources
Abu Dhabi FSRA Issues $504,000 Fine for AML Compliance Failures The Abu Dhabi Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) recently issued a $504,000 fine to Aarna Capital Limited (ACL) for significant anti-money laundering (AML) compliance lapses. While the...
by Israel Udensi | Dec 11, 2024 | Blog, Resources
Regulatory Scrutiny Highlights Gaps in AML Compliance for Platforms and Advisers. A recent Citywire New Model Adviser report reveals that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is intensifying its scrutiny of anti-money laundering (AML) processes within platforms and...
by Israel Udensi | Dec 5, 2024 | Blog, Resources
The financial services industry is navigating an unprecedented era of regulatory complexity. As compliance demands grow, financial institutions are turning to automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their capabilities, reduce costs, and ensure...
by Israel Udensi | Nov 29, 2024 | Blog, Resources
In the global fight against financial crime, Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) are essential tools that enable financial institutions and regulators to identify and mitigate risks such as money laundering, terrorist...
by Israel Udensi | Nov 22, 2024 | Blog, Resources
This year marks a significant milestone for j. awan & partners, the parent organisation of azakaw, as we proudly celebrate 10 years of delivering exceptional governance, risk, compliance, and financial solutions to clients worldwide. Over the past decade, j. awan...
by Israel Udensi | Nov 14, 2024 | Blog, Resources
As Dubai cements its place as a global financial hub, the regulatory landscape governing business conduct continues to evolve. At the forefront of this framework is the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), which enforces rigorous conduct of business standards to...