Mr. Watchlist
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Mr. Watchlist's private persona is Eric A. Sohn, CAMS. Eric is a global market strategist and product director. In this role, he wears many hats, including thought leadership, and sales support. The views represented here are his own, and any information posted here derives from his private capacity as a blogger, and podcaster.
Mr. Watchlist
5M ago
In the Matter of Binance Holdings Limited, et. al. d/b/a Binance and Binance.com
In the Matter of Shinhan Bank America ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
5M ago
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and Binance Holdings, Ltd.
Counter Terrorism Designations; Issuance of Venezuela-related Frequently Asked Questions
Issuance of Venezuela-related General Licenses and Associated Frequently Asked Questions
Balkans-related Designations; Russia-related Designations and Designation Update; Issuance of Russia-related General License, Balkans-related General Licenses, and Frequently Asked Question
Counter Narcotics Designation
Counter Terrorism Designations
Sanctions Compliance Guidance for the Provi ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
5M ago
Must come to an end. It’s been a good run of over a decade, and I’m hanging up my blogging fingers and putting Mr. Watchlist to bed.
Did I get tired of writing this? No. But I have other things chewing up my spares and I had to set priorities. And, to be really honest, being the sanctions SME at my day job is technically not really part of my job description. So, while this has been fun, sometimes you just gotta make the hard choices.
Might I possibly post a few things before I go? Sure… maybe.
Lots of thanks to those who read here, and those who appreciate my interest and expertise – includin ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
8M ago
Chester Housing Authority Director of Public Housing, His Chief Assistant, and Contractor Indicted for Bribery and Fraud Schemes
Russian National Arrested for Illegally Exporting to Russia Sensitive U.S.-Sourced Microelectronics with Military Applications in Violation of U.S. Export Controls
Financial Sanctions Notice: Mali
Watermark Retirement Communities to Pay $4.25 Million for Allegedly Receiving Kickback in Violation of the False Claims Act
Designating Two Individuals and One Entity in Response to the DPRK’s Failed Satellite Launch
OFAC SDN List Update: North Korea Designations
Financial ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
8M ago
Hong Kong Authorities’ Ongoing Harassment Campaign
Pakistani Doctor Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS
Under Secretary Zeya’s Remarks at Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day Event
U.S. Department of Agriculture Employee and Others Indicted for Public Corruption ..read more
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8M ago
The Sixth Anniversary of Genocide Against Rohingya
Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions on Individuals and Entities Russia to Promote Accountability for Forced Transfer and Deportation of Children During Russia’s Illegal War Against Ukraine
D.C. Jail Corrections Officer and Inmate Sentenced to Prison Terms for Bribery
Former Taylor Mayor Pleads Guilty to Bribery Conspiracy and Wire Fraud
Tornado Cash Founders Charged with Money Laundering and Sanctions Violations
Imposing Sanctions and Visa Restrictions on Individuals and Entities to Promote Accountability for Forced Transfer and Deportat ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
9M ago
Good day,
Following the publication of the Resource documents to help reporting entities prepare for changes to the Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) form, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has developed additional documentation to help you prepare for the launch of the new STR form. These new documents include the:
STR mock form: this was revised to clarify some field descriptions, add new fields (for example, time of posting) and update some table values
STR JSON schema: this was updated to increase character allowances for certain fields an ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
9M ago
Franklin Man Pleads Guilty to COVID-19 Relief Fraud, Bank Fraud, and Money Laundering
Four Defendants Sentenced for their Roles in Advance Fee Fraud and Money Laundering Scheme
Kansas City Chiefs ‘Superfan’ Indicted for Bank Theft, Money Laundering
On Fighting in Nyala in South Darfur, Sudan
Nigerian National Convicted in Federal Court of Conspiracy to Launder Proceeds of Internet Fraud Schemes
Designating Two Syrian Factions and Their Leaders in Connection with Serious Human Rights Abuses
FINMA/SECO: DPRK Sanctions updates
OFSI: Financial Sanctions Notice: Russia
Designating Individuals Invo ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
9M ago
OFAC SDN List Update: Counter Terrorism Designation Update; Iran-related Designation Update ..read more
Mr. Watchlist
9M ago
FINMA/SECO: Belarus sanctions updates
FINMA/SECO: Democratic Republic of the Congo sanctions updates
The Monetary Authority takes disciplinary action against EFG Bank AG, Hong Kong Branch for contraventions of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance (2023-08-15)
Orlando Man Sentenced to More Than Six Years in Federal Prison for Bribery of Public Official, COVID-19 Fraud, and Enticement of Prostitution
San Diego Man Charged with $4 Million COVID-Related Loan Fraud and Money Laundering
U.S. Government Issues a Business Advisory for South Sudan
Website and Social Media Pa ..read more