Wise investigated in Belgium over money-laundering control concerns
Wise is under investigation by Belgian authorities regarding its money-laundering controls. The company is cooperating with the prosecutor's office. (sources: theguardian, bbc, reuters)
Wise has confirmed it is in discussions with the Brussels prosecutor's office amid concerns about its money-laundering controls. The investigation has led to a decline in the company's share value.
- Wise is responding to inquiries from the Brussels prosecutor's office.
- The company has stated that no specific findings have been shared with it to date.
- The investigation has resulted in a drop in Wise's share price.
Why it matters
The outcome of the investigation could impact Wise's operations and investor confidence.
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- Raise key $10,000 currency-transaction reporting thresholds in Treasury regulations to $30 • Raise certain suspicious activity report (SAR) dollar thresholds and update certain money-services-business (MSB.