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<item><title>FATF Report: Investigating Professional Money Laundering, Underground Banking, and the use of HOSSP</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/fatf-report-investigating-professional-ml-underground-banking-and-the-use-of-hossp</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:437322</guid><description>Underground banking and hawala and other similar service providers may be misused by professional money launderers. Dealers should remain vigilant to relevant risk indicators and report suspicious transactions where there are grounds to suspect ML/TF/PF.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>The Registrar of Regulated Dealers Suspends the Registrations of Puregold.Sg Pte. Ltd., Puregold.Sg International Mint Pte. Ltd., Puregold Singapore Pte. Ltd., Puregold.Sg Mint Pte. Ltd. and Goldpay.Sg Pte. Ltd.</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/the-registrar-of-regulated-dealers-suspends-the-registrations-of-puregold-sg-pte--ltd---puregold-sg-international-mint-pte--ltd---puregold-singapore-pte--ltd---puregold-sg-mint-pte--ltd--and-goldpay-sg-pte--ltd-</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:406905</guid><description>The Ministry of Law has suspended the registrations of Puregold.sg Pte. Ltd., Puregold.sg International Mint Pte. Ltd., Puregold Singapore Pte. Ltd., Puregold.sg Mint Pte. Ltd. and Goldpay.sg Pte. Ltd., for up to six months, with effect from 14 September 2026.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Enforcement</category></item>
<item><title>Cancellation of Registration of Singapore Precious Metals Exchange Pte. Ltd. as a Registered Dealer under the PSPM Act</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/mlaw-cancels-spme-registration-as-registered-dealer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:406534</guid><description>The Ministry of Law has cancelled the registration of Singapore Precious Metals Exchange Pte. Ltd. (SPME) as a registered dealer under the Precious Stones and Precious Metals (Prevention of Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing and Proliferation Financing) Act 2019 with effect from 11 September 2026.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Enforcement</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with June 2026 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-june-2026-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:320999</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and update your risk assessments accordingly.</description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Singapore’s 2026 Mutual Evaluation Report</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/singapore-s-2026-mutual-evaluation-report</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:263468</guid><description>FATF has published its peer evaluation report on Singapore, affirming that Singapore maintains a robust and effective framework for combating money laundering (ML), terrorism financing (TF), and proliferation financing (PF).</description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Issuance of Code of Practice on AML Measures for PSMDs to Combat Scam Related Money Laundering Cases</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/issuance-of-code-of-practice-on-aml-measures-for-psmds-to-combat-scam-related-money-laundering-cases</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:263467</guid><description>The Registrar of Regulated Dealers has issued a new Code of Practice (CoP), providing Precious Stones and Precious Metals Dealers (PSMDs) with guidance on combating scam.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>FATF Publications: Horizon Scan on AI and Deepfakes, Report on Stablecoins and Unhosted Wallets</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/fatf-publications--horizon-scan-on-ai-and-deepfakes--report-on-stablecoins-and-unhosted-wallets</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:263466</guid><description>FATF has released two reports highlighting ML/TF/PF risks arising from emerging technologies — specifically AI-generated deepfakes, and the use of stablecoins via unhosted wallets.</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Government Officials Impersonation Scams Involving Luxury Watches, Displaying of Anti Scam Posters</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/gois-involving-luxury-watches-and-anti-scam-posters-for-display</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180268</guid><description>Learn about a new variant of Government Officials Impersonation Scams (&quot;GOIS&quot;) involving luxury watches, and note that regulated dealers are encouraged to display anti-scam posters to protect their customers.</description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Scam Advisories</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with February 2026 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-february-2026-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180252</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and update your risk assessment plans accordingly.</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to Guidelines for Regulated Dealers in the PSMD sector on AML, CFT and CPF (13 Feb 2026)</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-guidelines-13-feb-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180244</guid><description>Read the Revised Guidelines for Regulated Dealers (version 5.0), effective 13 February 2026, for the AML/CFT/CPF requirements applicable to PSMDs under the PSPM Act and Regulations.</description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>News Release on the Arrest of Persons Who Impersonated Government Officials</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/news-release-on-the-arrest-of-persons-who-impersonated-government-officials</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180288</guid><description>Stay alert to scam red flags when serving customers. Learn the warning signs of scam-related purchases and the steps your staff should take to help stop fraud.</description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Scam Advisories</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with October 2025 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-october-2025-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180255</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Cyber Risks Associated with Generative Artificial Intelligence and Deepfakes</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/cyber-risks-associated-with-genai-and-deepfakes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180259</guid><description>Review the MAS papers on GenAI and deepfake cyber risks</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Sector Developments</category></item>
<item><title>Detecting Government Official Impersonation Scam (GOIS) in Gold and Jewellery Transactions</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/gois-in-gold-and-jewellery-transactions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180267</guid><description>A rise in GOIS has led to victims being directed to buy gold or jewellery. This advisory underscores the importance of strong frontline vigilance in detecting and preventing such scams.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Scam Advisories</category></item>
<item><title>Reports of Government Official Impersonation Scam (GOIS) Involving Physical Mules</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/reports-of-gois-involving-physical-mules</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180310</guid><description>Beware of Impersonation Scams to protect your customers.</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Scam Advisories</category></item>
<item><title>Ministry of Law imposes Composition Sum on Singapore Precious Metals Exchange Pte Ltd and its CEO</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/mlaw-imposes-composition-sum-on-spme-and-its-ceo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180283</guid><description>MinLaw has fined Singapore Precious Metals Exchange and its CEO S$420,000 in total for serious breaches of the AML/CFT requirements under the PSPM Act and PMLTF Regulations between 2019 and 2022.

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<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with June 2025 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-june-2025-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180253</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitored jurisdictions list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Reports of Government Official Impersonation Scam (GOIS)</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/reports-of-government-official-impersonation-scam-gois</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180311</guid><description>Beware of Impersonation Scams to protect your customers.</description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Scam Advisories</category></item>
<item><title>Publication of Countering Proliferation Financing Industry Best Practice Paper</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/publication-of-cpf-industry-best-practice-paper</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180304</guid><description>Review the Counter-Proliferation Financing Best Practice Paper to strengthen controls against proliferation financing and sanctions risks.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>ACD Enforcement Report 2021 to 2024</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/acd-enforcement-report-2021-to-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180242</guid><description>Learn about the general enforcement principles and some of the priorities ahead from ACD Enforcement Report 2021 - 2024.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Enforcement</category></item>
<item><title>Nine Individuals Investigated for Illegal Touting Activities at Changi Airport</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/nine-individuals-investigated-for-illegal-touting-activities-at-changi-airport</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180289</guid><description>Nine individuals were caught touting illegally at Changi Airport, soliciting travellers to smuggle gold and phones abroad. Regulated dealers should stay alert and report any suspicious activity.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Media Coverage</category></item>
<item><title>Monograph on Objectives and Principles of Regulatory Oversight</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/monograph-on-objectives-and-principles-of-regulatory-oversight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180285</guid><description>Understand how the ACD oversees regulated dealers and its approach to combating money laundering and terrorism financing.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with February 2025 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-february-2025-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180251</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Information and Guidance on Countering the Financing of Terrorism</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/information-and-guidance-on-countering-the-financing-of-terrorism</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180274</guid><description>Download MinLaw&apos;s guidance on countering terrorism financing, covering your key obligations, red flag indicators, and controls to keep your business compliant.</description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Additional Guidance on Assessment of Customer Risk, Identification of Material Red Flags etc</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/additional-guidance-feb-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180243</guid><description>Read the additional guidance to find out how to assess customer risk, identify material red flags, establish source of wealth and how to conduct ongoing monitoring of customers and transactions. </description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>SkillsFuture Fellowships and SkillsFuture Employer Awards 2025</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/skillsfuture-fellowships-and-skillsfuture-employer-awards-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180315</guid><description>[Applications closed on 20 Mar 2025]</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>PSMD fined S$35,000 for failing to perform customer due diligence measures</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/psmd-fined-35k-for-failing-to-perform-customer-due-diligence-measures</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180301</guid><description>A precious stones and metals dealer was fined S$35,000 for failing to conduct customer due diligence measures on transactions despite having reasons to suspect ML/TF/PF. </description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Media Coverage</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to Subsidiary Legislation under the PSPM Act with effect from 20 December 2024</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-subsidiary-legislation-20-dec-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180247</guid><description>Regulated dealers are advised to take note of key amendments to the PSPM Act regulations, which came into effect on 20 December 2024.</description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Publication of Singapore&apos;s Risk Assessments and National Strategies</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/publication-of-singapore-risk-assessments-and-national-strategies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180305</guid><description>Understand how Singapore&apos;s latest risk assessments on money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing apply to your precious stones and metals business</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with October 2024 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-october-2024-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180254</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to ensure compliance.</description><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Money Laundering National Risk Assessment and National Asset Recovery Strategy</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/ml-national-risk-assessment-and-asset-recovery-strategy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180282</guid><description>Review Singapore’s updated ML National Risk Assessments and National Asset Recovery Strategy to strengthen your controls to address money‑laundering risks as a regulated dealer.</description><pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Terrorism Financing National Risk Assessment and Strategy for Countering the Financing of Terrorism</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/terrorism-financing-national-risk-assessment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180319</guid><description>Find out what Singapore&apos;s 2024 TF NRA means for you as a regulated precious stones and precious metals dealer, and the steps you must take to manage terrorism financing risks</description><pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with June 2024 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/june-2024-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180280</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Environmental Crime Money Laundering National Risk Assessment</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/environmental-crime-money-laundering-national-risk-assessment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180262</guid><description>Read the Environmental Crimes Money Laundering National Risk Assessment to understand Singapore&apos;s key threats and take steps to protect your business.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to Guidelines for Regulated Dealers in the PSMD sector on AML, CFT and CPF (2 May 2024)</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-guidelines-2-may-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180246</guid><description>Read the Revised Guidelines for Regulated Dealers (version 4.0), effective 2 May 2024, for the AML/CFT/CPF requirements applicable to PSMDs under the PSPM Act and Regulations.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to the PSPM Act and Subsidiary Legislation with effect from 1 May 2024</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-the-pspm-act-1-may-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180250</guid><description>Regulated dealers are advised to take note of key amendments to the PSPM Act and PMLTF Regulations taking effect on 1 May 2024, including new requirements to counter proliferation financing.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with February 2024 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/february-2024-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180266</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced due diligence measures for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated jurisdiction lists to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>SkillsFuture Fellowships and SkillsFuture Employer Awards 2024</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/skillsfuture-fellowships-and-skillsfuture-employer-awards-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180314</guid><description>[Applications closed on 20 Mar 2024]</description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to Subsidiary Legislation under the PSPM Act 2019 with effect from 15 November 2023</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-subsidiary-legislation-under-pspm-act-15-nov-2023</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180248</guid><description>Regulated dealers are advised to take note of key amendments to the PMLTF Regulations taking effect on 15 November 2023.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to the Guidelines for Regulated Dealers in the PSMD sector on AML CFT as at 15 Nov 23</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-guidelines-15-nov-2023</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180245</guid><description>Read the Revised Guidelines for Regulated Dealers (version 3.0), effective 15 November 2023, for the AML/CFT/CPF requirements applicable to PSMDs under the PSPM Act and Regulations.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with October 2023 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/october-2023-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180294</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>GST Missing Trader Fraud Involving Precious Metals</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/gst-missing-trader-fraud-involving-precious-metals</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180269</guid><description>Learn to spot warning signs of Missing Trader Fraud involving gold bars to protect your business.</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Sector Developments</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with June 2023 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/june-2023-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180279</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with February 2023 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/february-2023-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180265</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with October 2022 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/october-2022-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180293</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Regulatory Reforms in the Precious Stones &amp; Precious Metals Dealers Sector</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/regulatory-reforms</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180307</guid><description>Discover how the Ministry of Law regulates precious stones and metals dealers to prevent money laundering, balancing effective oversight with low compliance costs and fair business practices.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>National Strategy for Countering the Financing of Terrorism</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/national-strategy-for-countering-the-financing-of-terrorism</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180286</guid><description>Learn how regulated dealers can mitigate terrorism financing risks by referring to Singapore’s National Strategy for Countering the Financing of Terrorism.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Compliance Toolkit for Precious Stones and Precious Metals Dealers</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/compliance-toolkit-for-psmd</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180257</guid><description>Download the Compliance Toolkit to understand the requirements and obligations of a regulated dealer under the PSPM Act.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Launch of Screening Function in myPal</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/screening-function</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180312</guid><description>Discover myPal&apos;s screening function to check names against the TSOFA and UN sanctions lists, with guidance videos, instruction guides, and FAQs to help you get started.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Regulatory Excellence Award 2022</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/regulatory-excellence-award-2022</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180306</guid><description>MinLaw won the 2022 PST Regulatory Excellence Award for reducing money laundering risks in the precious stones and metals sector. Read the full story in the e-booklet.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Media Coverage</category></item>
<item><title>Singapore Terrorism Threat Assessment Report 2022</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/sttar-2022</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180317</guid><description>Discover key insights from the STTAR 2022 report on Singapore&apos;s current terrorism threat and steps that regulated dealers must take to guard against terrorism financing.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with June 2022 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/june-2022-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180278</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Money Laundering from Environmental Crime</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/money-laundering-from-environmental-crime</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180284</guid><description>Environmental crimes, including illegal mining, pose significant money laundering risks. Dealers should stay vigilant for relevant risk indicators and report suspicious transaction when such risks are identified.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with March 2022 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/march-2022-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180281</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>SkillsFuture Fellowships and SkillsFuture Employer Awards 2022</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/skillsfuture-fellowships-and-skillsfuture-employer-awards-2022</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:180313</guid><description>[Applications closed on 28 Mar 2022]</description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>Compliance Training</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/compliance-training</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:264024</guid><description>Training held between Feb 2021 and Dec 2021</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with October 2021 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-october-2021-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291634</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with June 2021 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-june-2021-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291645</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Enforcement Report</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/enforcement-report</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:270423</guid><description>Read the ACD Enforcement Report to understand how the role of regulatory enforcement helps to mitigate ML/TF risks in the precious stones and metals sector, including key findings and consequences of non-compliance.</description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Enforcement</category></item>
<item><title>Guidance Paper on Strengthening AML/CFT Controls in the PSPM Sector issued on 16 June 2021</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/guidance-paper-on-strengthening-aml-cft-controls-in-the-pspm-sector-issued-on-16-june-2021</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291628</guid><description>Read the Guidance Paper to understand MinLaw&apos;s AML/CFT expectations for precious stones and metals dealers, and review your controls against the key findings and good practices identified.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Online Briefing On Guidance Paper</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/online-briefing-on-guidance-paper</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:264028</guid><description>Online briefings on 7 Jul 2021 and 12 Jul 2021</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>Online Training On Submission Of Semi-Annual Returns</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/online-training-on-submission-of-semi-annual-returns</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:264029</guid><description>Online training in May 2021</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>New Registration Scheme And Notification Requirements With Effect From 10 April 2021</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/new-registration-scheme-and-notification-requirements-with-effect-from-10-april-2021</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291610</guid><description>Updates on registration fees and notification rules for PSMDs effective from 10 April 2021.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with February 2021 FATF</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-february-2021-fatf</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291604</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Terrorism Financing National Risk Assessment 2020</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/terrorism-financing-national-risk-assessment-2020</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291621</guid><description>Discover insights from Singapore&apos;s Terrorism Financing National Risk Assessment on terrorism financing key threats and vulnerabilities and learn how to enhance your measures to counter terrorism financing.</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Reporting Requirement for Regulated Dealers with effect from 1 January 2021</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/reporting-requirement-for-regulated-dealers-with-effect-from-1-january-2021</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:270440</guid><description>Overview of semi-annual return requirements for regulated dealers, including reporting obligations, key deadlines, and e-Portal submission.</description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to Subsidiary Legislation under the PSPM Act and the Guidelines for Regulated Dealers (Version 2.0) with effect from 14 Dec 2020</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-subsidiary-legislation-under-the-pspm-act-and-the-guidelines-for-regulated-dealers--version-2-0--with-effect-from-14-dec-2020</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291646</guid><description>Regulated dealers are advised to take note of key regulatory updates taking effect from 14 December 2020, including revised AML/CFT guidelines and a new semi-annual reporting requirement from 1 January 2021.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Star Partner Award 2020</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/star-partner-award-2020</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:270421</guid><description>The Singapore Jewellers Association received the Star Partner Award at the PST Awards 2020 for its close collaboration with MinLaw in implementing the PSPM Act.
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<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with October 2020 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-october-2020-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291632</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with June 2020 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-june-2020-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291642</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>PSMD fined $9,000 for failing to submit cash transaction report</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/psmd-fined--9-000-for-failing-to-submit-cash-transaction-report</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:270422</guid><description>A precious stones and metals dealer was fined S$9,000 for failing to report a cash transaction exceeding S$20,000. </description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Media Coverage</category></item>
<item><title>Enforcement Actions</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/enforcement-actions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:270425</guid><description>View the summary of key enforcement outcomes from October 2019 to July 2020.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Enforcement</category></item>
<item><title>Onboarding Workshops for Compliance Officer</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/onboarding-workshops-for-compliance-officer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:264027</guid><description>Events held from Sep 2019 to Jun 2020</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>PSPM Act - Year in Review Mar 2020</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/pspm-act--year-in-review-mar-2020</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:202064</guid><description>Explore the key initiatives, highlights and achievements in Review for March 2020.</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Sector Developments</category></item>
<item><title>Remain Vigilant during COVID-19</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/remain-vigilant-during-covid-19</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:306737</guid><description>Stay vigilant to financial crime risks and discover available support for your business during COVID-19.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Call for Action in Accordance with February 2020 FATF Statement</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/call-for-action-in-accordance-with-february-2020-fatf-statement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291620</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Compliance Review Programme</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/compliance/compliance-review-programme</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:306746</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Ongoing Events</category></item>
<item><title>Induction Briefings</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/induction-briefings</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:264025</guid><description>Briefing held between Sep 2019 and Dec 2019</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>October 2019 FATF Public Statement - Countries or jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/october-2019-fatf-public-statement---countries-or-jurisdictions-with-strategic-deficiencies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291617</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>June 2019 FATF Public Statement - Countries or jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/june-2019-fatf-public-statement---countries-or-jurisdictions-with-strategic-deficiencies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291635</guid><description>Regulated dealers must apply enhanced customer due diligence for transactions linked to high-risk jurisdictions. Review the latest FATF statements and updated monitoring list to stay compliant.</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Press Releases</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/press-releases</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:202063</guid><description>Public Announcements</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Press Release</category></item>
<item><title>Amendments to the Guidelines for Regulated Dealers with effect from 28 Aug 2019 (Version 1.1)</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/amendments-to-the-guidelines-for-regulated-dealers-with-effect-from-28-aug-2019--version-1-1-</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291631</guid><description>The AML/CFT Guidelines for regulated dealers have been updated from version 1.0 to 1.1, effective 28 August 2019. Check the Version Control Record for a summary of key changes.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Onboarding Conferences</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/onboarding-conferences</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:264026</guid><description>Events held on 6 May, 22 May and 19 Jun 2019</description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Past Events</category></item>
<item><title>Guidelines for Regulated Dealers issued on 30 April 2019</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/guidelines-for-regulated-dealers-issued-on-30-april-2019</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:291633</guid><description>Read the Guidelines for Regulated Dealers to understand your regulatory obligations as a precious stones and metals dealer under the PSPM Act and PMLTF Regulations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Notices from the Registrar</category></item>
<item><title>Parliamentary Speech</title><link>https://acd.mlaw.gov.sg/news/parliamentary-speech</link><guid isPermaLink="false">urn:isomer:resource:264023</guid><description>Second Reading of the Precious Stones and Precious Metals (Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing) Bill, delivered on 11 February 2019.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate><category domain="Category">Parliamentary Speech</category></item>
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