【Argentina】UIF Updates on Entities Engaged in the Purchase and Sale of Art, Jewelry, and Luxury Goods

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines new compliance requirements issued by Argentina’s Financial Information Unit (UIF) on March 26, 2024. The updated…

【Mexico】SAT: These Are the New Cash Payment Limits for 2024

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines new cash transaction limits set by Mexico’s Tax Administration Service (SAT) for 2024, aimed at enhancing…

【Dubai, UAE】UAE Suspends Emirates Gold Refinery from Its Good Delivery List

Editor’s NoteThe UAE has temporarily suspended Emirates Gold DMCC, a major Dubai-based refinery, from its responsible sourcing certification scheme….

【Brazil】Brazil: Human Rights NGO Points Finger at Companies Suspected of Involvement in Illegal Gold Mining in Yanomami Indigenous Territory

Editor’s NoteThis article details the severe humanitarian and environmental crisis unfolding in Yanomami territory since 2019, driven by illegal…

【India】ED attaches assets worth Rs 363 cr of jewellery firm

Editor’s NoteThis report details the Enforcement Directorate’s provisional attachment of assets valued at over ₹363 crore in a money laundering case…

【Mexico】SAT Targets Money Laundering: To Visit Taxpayers with ‘Vulnerable Activities’

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the Mexican Tax Administration Service (SAT) launching verification visits to taxpayers’ homes as part of…

【Vienna, Aust】ID Requirement for High-Value Cash Payments

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the enhanced due diligence requirements for high-value cash transactions, particularly concerning Politically…

【Colombia】US Indicts Top Colombian Emerald Miners for Drug Trafficking

Editor’s NoteThis report details a 2017 U.S. court indictment against prominent Colombian emerald miners and a former mayor on drug trafficking…

【USA】Important Information for Precious Metals/Jewelry

Editor’s NoteThis article serves as a reminder that, as of April 1, 2013, all required FinCEN reports must be filed electronically through the BSA…

【Boyacá, Colo】The Dark Side of Gem Stones in Colombia and Beyond

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the global colored gemstone market, focusing on the operations and corporate conduct of a major industry player….