【Paris, Franc】Previous Security Audit Report Accurately Predicted Louvre Theft
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a troubling security lapse at the Louvre, where a 2018 audit report accurately predicted the method used in a…
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【Paris, Franc】Louvre: Thieves Entered Through ‘Weak Point’ Identified in Previously Hidden Report
Editor’s NoteThis article is based on a 2018 security report commissioned by Van Cleef & Arpels for the Louvre, which identified a specific balcony…
【Vancouver, C】Vancouver-based Diamond Jeweller Fined $264K for ‘Very Serious’ Violations
Editor’s NoteThis article details a significant compliance penalty levied against a major Canadian jeweller, highlighting the serious financial…
【Uzbekistan】Uzbekistan – Security
Editor’s NoteThis alert, originally issued on September 16, 2025, was republished on September 24, 2025, to remind French nationals abroad to…
【Coquitlam, B】Hells Angels-linked B.C. Jeweller Loses Appeal Against $66K Money Laundering Penalties
Editor’s NoteThis article details a recent court decision upholding significant fines against a British Columbia jeweller for violations of Canada’s…
【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…
【Philippines】Burden of AML Compliance Rests on Philippine Casino Operators: Lawyer
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the Philippines’ continued inclusion on the FATF’s “gray list,” with casino junket operations cited as a key…
【London, UK】WGC, LBMA Find Interoperability Between Responsible Gold Mining and Sourcing Standards
Editor’s NoteAn independent review confirms strong alignment between the World Gold Council’s Responsible Gold Mining Principles and the London…
【New York, US】JVC, Jewelers Mutual Introduce Online AML Program
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the launch of JewelPAC, a new online program by the JVC and Jewelers Mutual Group designed to streamline AML…