EU anti-money laundering body seeks views on cross-border data-sharing rules
( July 6, 2026, 12:23 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Financial intelligence units — national agencies that receive and analyze suspicious financial activity — would face clearer EU standards for sharing suspicious activity reports across borders under draft rules published by the EU's anti-money laundering authority. The rules would set common criteria for when reports concern another EU country, aiming to reduce delays, legal uncertainty and inconsistent information-sharing practices. Feedback can be provided until Oct. 6. Press release follows. Consultation available here. ...
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