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We are delighted to shine a spotlight on MKAS (Mohammad Khan Advisory Services), who joined our partner network in 2024. We are proud to be working alongside them to strengthen compliance capability across South Asia. 🌏

Strengthen your practical capabilities across the specialist roles of MLROs, Financial Crime Investigators, or Head of Compliance. These practitioner-led courses provide practical toolkits and actionable insights you can apply immediately in your role.   Explore the series: int-comp.org/learn-and-deve…

ICA Graduation Ceremony 2026 🎓📜 On 18 May 2026, hundreds of ICA graduates came together at Lincoln's Inn, London, to celebrate gaining a regulatory or financial crime qualification in front of their families, friends, tutors and fellow students! This fantastic evening recognises the hard work, growth, and success of all graduates in an appropriately stunning setting! Take a look at the photos for a taste of what it was like: @N05/albums/72177720333743838/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">flickr.com/photos/2007182… #ICAqualified #NeverStopLearning

25 years ago, compliance was barely recognised as a distinct profession. Today, it's a global force, and ICA has had the privilege of being part of that journey. To mark our 25th anniversary, we've produced a special publication that tells the full story – where we've come from, how our ICA community has helped to shape the compliance landscape and where we're headed next. Inside, you'll find: 📖 A personal reflection from our Managing Director on 25 years of compliance evolution 📅 A timeline of ICA's key milestones 🌟 Inspiring career stories from long-standing ICA members – Guy Hardill, Deepa Chandrasekhar, Deborah O’Connor, Ian Hotton and Morven Grierson 🔮 A look ahead at the compliance challenges of the future, and how ICA can help you meet them Whether you're new to compliance or a seasoned professional, this is a publication that speaks to the heart of why what we do matters. Read it now: int-comp.org/insight/25-yea… #Compliance #AntiMoneyLaundering #FinancialCrime #Regulation

Register your interest!📝 We are partnering with the Asia Compliance Officer Association to deliver the Asia‑Pacific Compliance Summit on 5 June 2026 at the China World Hotel, Beijing. Gain practical insights into cross‑border compliance challenges, hear from leading regulatory and compliance experts, and connect with senior professionals across the Asia‑Pacific region through thought‑provoking discussions, real‑world case studies and high‑value networking opportunities.int-comp.org/events/asia-pa…

NEW ICA qualification! AI is reshaping the threat landscape. Deepfake fraud, adversarial attacks, and AI-driven financial crime are becoming more advanced and harder to detect. If you can't see it, how can you stop it? The NEW ICA Specialist Certificate in AI Threats and Risk Mitigation helps regulatory and financial crime compliance professionals build real AI defence capabilities. Complete it in as little as 4 weeks, at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Find out more and enrol today: int-comp.org/courses/ica-sp… #AI #AIThreats #FinancialCrime #Compliance #ProfessionalDevelopment #ICA

Writing for inCOMPLIANCE, Lily Dou shines a light on structural weaknesses within workplace investigations: int-comp.org/insight/indepe…

“When enforcement focuses on control effectiveness, the accountability chain naturally extends to those responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring compliance frameworks.” In this week’s #ICAinsight, Alon Kohalny explains how the new US National Fraud Enforcement Division is impacting compliance functions: int-comp.org/insight/enforc…

“No rush…” Until there is. ICA AI Week’s last early bird rate ends tomorrow (Friday 8 May 2026, 11:59PM BST). Book today to save up to £100: ow.ly/SmpT50YVVSE Don’t miss out on accessing real-world case studies and live demos designed to help you stay ahead with AI adoption, all from the comfort of your own home/office. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from 25+ early adopters and pioneers who will be sharing their knowledge and insights. View our now announced full speaker line-up: ow.ly/Ys8g50YVVSF #ICAAIWeek #AI #Compliance #FinCrime

Deepfake fraud. Adversarial attacks. Model manipulation. AI-driven financial crime. These threats are becoming more advanced and harder to detect. In our efforts to counteract this, we are excited to introduce our brand-new course, the ICA Specialist Certificate in AI Threats and Risk Mitigation, designed for compliance and risk professionals, including those specialising in financial crime prevention, anti money laundering, and cybersecurity. Register your interest today: ow.ly/TYFY50YUYVX

Introducing our brand-new ICA/WGC Specialist Certificate in Risk and Compliance in the Gold Industry - awarded in association with the World Gold Council. Gold presents unique risks and opportunities. This qualification gives you the practical knowledge to identify them, apply effective controls, and navigate global regulatory expectations with confidence. Perfect for professionals in anti money laundering, KYC/CDD, compliance, or risk and anyone working across the gold supply chain, from mining and refining to trading and banking. Register your interest now: ow.ly/2I8P50YTbUb+

On 15 April, we welcomed compliance professionals and aspiring practitioners to the ICA Open House at The Executive Centre, Central Hong Kong. The evening was filled with insightful discussions, practical career guidance and valuable networking. Key takeaways: -Welcome remarks by ICA President Pekka Dare, setting the tone with an inspiring introduction to ICA’s mission. -Professional pathway overview from May May Lim, guiding attendees through ICA’s qualifications framework – from short courses to postgraduate diplomas – and how to align learning with career goals. Quick check-ins featuring industry leaders: -Davy Leung shared candid lessons from senior compliance roles, including navigating ethical dilemmas and high-stakes decisions. -Albert Chiu offered practical career advice for professionals at all levels, from avoiding common pitfalls to building influence within organisations. -Jude Hilton highlighted the value of ICA Fellowship in elevating professional authority and positioning compliance as a future-proof career. -Membership & CPD session led by Pekka Dare, showcasing ICA’s membership tiers and lifelong learning resources that support career advancement. The evening concluded with vibrant networking over refreshments, where attendees connected with peers, ICA members and industry leaders. Thank you to all who joined us and contributed to such an engaging and inspiring evening.

Zango has published a new research report titled The Future of AI Governance & Compliance in Financial Services. This includes practical insights on how financial services firms are approaching AI governance and what the next few years are likely to demand of compliance professionals. Drawing on interviews with 27 C-suite risk, compliance, and legal leaders across UK and European financial institutions, the report sets out where AI governance is actually working, and where it's straining. Rob Phillipson, Managing Director, ICA, contributed to the research, and it's a useful read for anyone thinking about how compliance functions need to evolve as AI adoption deepens, and how their career will be impacted as a result. View now: 4.uk-2.isolation.mimecastprotect.com/?sessionID=520…

‘Poor quality data can leave teams inundated with low-value or misleading alerts, indicators, and anomalies. That noise can drown out the signals that truly matter.’ In this week’s ICAinsight, Richard Seaman of Dun & Bradstreet highlights why having high-quality data is paramount for fraud and other risk detection > int-comp.org/insight/high-r… Join Dun & Bradstreet alongside 600+ global financial crime prevention and GRC leaders at ICA’s Summit on 19-21 May in Central London: events.int-comp.org/event/futureof…

In the latest issue of inCOMPLIANCE, Adam Khan explores the rise of AI and deepfake threats, and sets out key countermeasures: int-comp.org/insight/ai-thr…

With only 4 weeks to go until ICA Future of FinCrime & Compliance Summit returns to London, have you bought your ticket yet? The flagship event for ICA has sold out the past 3 years – register today to avoid missing out 🏃 600+ senior compliance leaders from around the world will gather to share exclusive insights, to address critical challenges and prepare for the next 12-18 months of regulatory change and risk exposure. Take a look at the organisations that have already signed up from 40+ countries across 5 continents 🌍 Download preview delegate list: events.int-comp.org/gZYR7w?RefId=S… Book your ticket: events.int-comp.org/2PnKwn?RefId=S… Will you be joining us in May?

ICA has partnered with Zango AI to launch practical AI training for compliance professionals — helping close the AI skills gap in financial services. Read the full announcement here >> int-comp.org/insight/ica-la…

‘AI can flag the anomaly. It cannot sit with the discomfort of knowing something is wrong, weigh the personal and professional consequences of saying so, and choose to speak anyway. That act, the most consequential thing a compliance professional can do, is fundamentally human.’ In this week’s #ICAinsight, Rosalind Dixon Burnett explains why human skills are becoming more, not less important in the age of AI: int-comp.org/insight/how-to…

Brickken has been officially shortlisted for the ICA Compliance Awards Europe 2026! 🎉 Our team's hard work has been recognized in the Digital Initiative of the year (in-house team) category. This nomination is a huge testament to our dedication to driving innovation and excellence within the compliance space. We are honored to be recognized alongside industry leaders. Thank you to the @intcompassoc for this honor.

Crypto Legal has been shortlisted for Financial Crime Prevention Project of the Year at the International Compliance Association (ICA - @intcompassoc) Compliance Awards 2026. Winners will be announced on 25 June 2026 in London. #CryptoLegal #FinancialCrime #ICAAwards2026