EP19: Malta's AML Evolution and its Impact on Gaming, Banking, and Reputation

In this insightful episode of the SiGMA Podcast as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Manfred Galdes, Managing Partner at ARQ and Partner at FFF Legal. They delve deep into the development of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policies in Malta, particularly in the aftermath of Grey Listing, and the profound impact this has had on various sectors, including Gaming Operations, Banking practices, and the island's international Reputation.Discover how operators have evolved in their approach to compliance obligations, ensuring better alignment with consumer rights and international AML standards. Dive into the complexities of the fines issued by the FIAU in Malta and the intriguing dynamics surrounding the appeal process in Maltese courts.Host: Trevor De Giorgio, Gaming LawyerGuests: Manfred Galdes, Managing Partner at ARQ and Partner at FFF Legal.Connect with the iGaming community: ⁠https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld⁠