The Securities Commission of the Bahamas has imposed administrative penalties exceeding 221 million dollars over the past two years, marking a shift towards a financial crackdown. The report on AML/CFT/CPF activity indicates a decrease in compliance deficiencies, despite an increase in examinations. Sanctions for violations of sanctions screening remain a major concern, while the number of suspicious transaction reports reached a record high in 2025.
The Securities Commission strengthens its sanctions regime with over 221 million dollars in penalties
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