ACAMS MENA Conference

12月 5 - 12月 6, 2022

Abu Dhabi

11 ACAMS 積分

Resilience and Reinvention: Mastering MENA’s AML Challenges

For MENA AML and AFC professionals, 2022 presented an unprecedented series of issues and challenges -- and those complexities appear certain to grow as we head into 2023. From volatility in cryptocurrency markets to sweeping changes in sanctions regimes following the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the unstoppable rise of advanced AML technologies, clearly compliance is being reinvented in rapid fashion.

As a result, AML practitioners must reinvent themselves as well, making the ACAMS 13th Annual AML and Anti-Financial Crime Conference – MENA an essential and invaluable resource for continuing professional development. On Dec. 5-6, the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers will host MENA’s vital and growing AFC community, drawing attendees from – and leaders of – top regulatory agencies, major financial service firms and cutting-edge innovators from FinTech, crypto and IT.

With content specifically addressing MENA’s most pressing issues, this live conference highlights the problems – and solutions – of special relevance to this vibrant region.

230+

Expected Attendees

40+

Expert Speakers

ACAMS Credits*

Days of Training and Networking

*ACAMS members can earn 11 ACAMS Credits at the conference. These credits count towards maintaining your ACAMS Certification.

Managing Mounting Sanctions Risks: Strategies for MENA Compliance Professionals

On Highest Authority: Insights on Oversight —
A MENA Regulatory Roundtable

Managing the Risks of the Age of Innovation: Blockchain, Cryptos and FinTech

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07.45 – 17.35	Registration Desk Open
07.45 – 17.35	Exhibit Hall Open
07.45 – 08.45	Networking Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
GENERAL SESSIONS
08:45 – 09.00	Welcome Remarks Scott Liles, Chief Executive Officer, ACAMS
09.00 – 09.30	Keynote Address with Q&A Moderator: Kieran Beer, CAMS, Chief Analyst, Director of Editorial Content, ACAMS
09.30 – 10.45	On Highest Authority: Insights on Oversight — A MENA Regulatory Roundtable Assessing recent trends including ADGM crypto exchange licensing, UAE Pass and FinTech growth to outline evolving regulatory frameworks Discussing emerging blockchain-based decentralized innovations like NFTs, the metaverse and Web3 to identify regulatory challenges Reviewing progress in facilitating AML investigations and addressing mutual legal assistance requests related to FATF’s increased monitoring decision Kieran Beer, CAMS, Chief Analyst, Director of Editorial Content, ACAMS
10.45 – 11.15	Networking and Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall
CONCURRENT SESSIONS
11.15 – 12.15	Managing the Risks of the Age of Innovation: Blockchain, Cryptos and FinTech Analyzing financial crime risks of crypto including ransomware, dark web markets and terrorist financing to identify defenses such as alert response plans and blockchain forensics Helping FinTech clients mitigate risks associated with pseudonymous clients and high-speed transactions with AML formal policies, dedicated staff, internal training and other controls Exploring blockchain-driven innovations like DeFi, metaverses and NFTs to identify fraud risks and transactions conducted without intermediary oversight Moderator: Joby Carpenter, Global SME – Cryptoassets and Illicit Finance, ACAMS Presenters: Neil Jarman, CAMS, CAMS Audit, Financial Services Internal Auditor
11.15 – 12.15	Spotlight on DNFBPs: Strategies to Fortify AML/CTF in the MENA Region Reviewing regulation including UAE’s circular on DNFBPs to strengthen oversight in real estate, precious metals sales and other industries and increase STR submissions Analyzing potential AML issues of professionals such as lawyers and accountants to mitigate use of false identities, illicit fund transfers and abuses of shell firms Maintaining robust AML at DNFBPs with regular internal risk assessments and rigorous CDD to meet expectations of regulators and banking partners Presenter: Safeya Hashim AlSafi, Director of the Anti-Money Laundering Department, UAE Ministry of Economy
12.15 – 13.30	Networking Lunch
CONCURRENT SESSIONS
13:30 – 14:30	A Clean Fight: Strategies to Combat Trade-Based Money Laundering in the MENA Region Outlining common TBML typologies such as free zone abuses and covert commodities trading to identify best practices in AML and KYC/CDD processes Assessing institutional TBML risk related to geographic footprint, business lines and third-party exposure to detect and correct deficiencies Automating trade finance controls with AI-led systems to detect red flags including invoice anomalies, unusual shipping routes and overly complex corporate structures Presenters: Shawki Ahwash, Head of AML/CFT and Sanctions Division, North Africa Commercial Bank Ahmed Al Falasi, Section Head – Sanction Implementation Government Sector, Executive Office for Control and Non-Proliferation (EOCN)
13:30 – 14:30	KNOWLEDGE SESSION Presented by Thomson Reuters
14.30 – 15.00	Networking and Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall
GENERAL SESSIONS
15:00 – 16:00	Managing Mounting Sanctions Risks: Strategies for MENA Compliance Professionals Updating latest EU, UK, UN and US sanctions to assess risks for MENA operations, including identification of higher risk client bases, business lines and key areas of vulnerability Analyzing global economic trends and threats, including ransomware risks, supply chain disruptions and illicit transactions involving crypto assets Assessing global efforts to prevent sanctions evasion, including multilateral task force initiatives and their implications for identifying hidden wealth and closing loopholes Moderator: Dr Justine Walker, Global Head of Sanctions, Compliance and Risk, ACAMS
16:00 – 16:30	Special Presentation Moderator: Rick McDonell, Former Executive Secretary, Financial Action Task Force (FATF), Executive Director, ACAMS
16.30 – 16.35	Closing Remarks
16.35 – 17.35	Networking Reception

08.00 – 15:20	Registration Desk Open
08.00 – 15.20	Exhibit Area Open
08.00 – 09.00	Networking Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Area
GENERAL SESSIONS
09.00 – 09.05	Opening Remarks
09.05 – 09.35	Keynote Address with Q&A Moderator: Rick McDonell, Former Executive Secretary, Financial Action Task Force (FATF), Executive Director, ACAMS
09.35 – 10.50	Executive Views: An Industry Roundtable on Managing AML’s Pressing Issues Analyzing shell firm abuses, DeFi and obscured beneficial owners to detail best practices for detecting and disrupting illicit activities Surveying emerging innovation like FinTech and crypto to identify growing AML risks, develop institutional responses and modify controls as warranted Upgrading legacy oversight models with tools AI/machine learning and formal alert resolution protocols to enhance AML effectiveness and the culture of compliance Moderator: Shilpa Arora, Senior Director - Anti-Financial Crime Portfolio Solutions, ACAMS Presenters: Rasha Mortada, Group Chief Compliance Officer, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Bethuel Nsibande, Global Head of AML/CTF, Qatar National Bank Eduardo Rangel, Managing Director, Global Head of Compliance, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank
10.50 – 11.20	Networking and Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall
CONCURRENT SESSIONS
11.20 – 12.20	Tech Talk: Increasing AML Effectiveness With AI, Machine Learning and Digitalization Assessing legacy AML systems to identify inefficiencies including labor-intensive manual processes and mapping strategic plan for boosting effectiveness with automated systems Delineating distinct technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning to determine suitability for meeting specific risk management objectives Integrating automated systems with existing AML controls to streamline oversight, reduce false positives and generate quality data that sharpens risk analysis accuracy Moderator: Christos Christou, Group Chief Compliance Officer, Lulu Financial Holdings Limited Presenters: Osama Al Rahma, Head Of Business Development, Emirates Investment Bank
11.20 – 12.20	Banking on Correspondent Banking: Strategies to Overcome the Challenges Charting impact of developments like increased FATF monitoring and the AMLA 2020’s directive to close correspondent accounts of institutions failing to comply with US subpoenas Addressing obstacles in obtaining correspondent services such as outdated data analysis systems to meet correspondent banks’ risk management standards Working with existing correspondent partners on risk assessments and staff training to strengthen relationships and constructively resolve potential conflicts Presenter: Shawki Ahwash, Head of AML/CFT and Sanctions Division, North Africa Commercial Bank
12.20 – 13.35	Networking Lunch
CONCURRENT SESSIONS
13.35 – 14.35	Enhanced Due Diligence: A Tool for Revealing PEPs, UBOs and High-Risk Entities Identifying entities whose profiles merit EDD reviews based on factors like high-risk domiciles, unverified or complex ownership and relationships warranting PEP screening Developing risk-based EDD evaluation processes utilizing comprehensive transaction analysis, negative news searches, site visits and third-party data Assembling intelligence to drive onboarding or account exiting decisions and to craft guidance on issues such as review triggering events and ongoing monitoring Moderator: George Voloshin, CAMS, CGSS, Global SME, Anti-financial Crime, ACAMS Presenter: Sarah Tariq, Specialist Advisor for AFC and Compliance, Deutsche Bank
13.35 – 14.35	KNOWLEDGE SESSION Presented by Moody’s Analytics Fighting Financial Crime with AI and Machine Learning Reducing the staggering volume of false positives to enable onboarding automation Deploying KYC life cycle digitalization and workflow – trends and challenges Detecting, monitoring, and investigating financial crime using AI and machine learning Presenter: Mohamed Daud, Director Territory/Business Development Governance, Risk and Compliance, Moody's Analytics
14.35 – 15.05	Networking and Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall
GENERAL SESSIONS
15.05 – 16.05	Joining Forces: Utilizing Public-Private Partnerships to Enhance AML/CTF Effectiveness Outlining client data and financial intelligence synergies between the law enforcement and financial sector to leverage resources and strengthen investigations Developing PPP governance models for data protection, client privacy and communication protocols to establish mutual trust and operating efficiencies Conducting post investigation reviews to assess collaboration, identify and address issues requiring attention, and develop best practices for PPPs going forward Presenters: Lori Baker, VP Legal and Director of Data Protection, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Collin D Lobo, Chief Compliance Officer and Head of Financial Crime Compliance MENAT, HSBC Rebecca A Peters, Regional Attaché, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
16.05 – 16.10	Closing Remarks

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ACAMS 13th Annual AML & Anti-Financial Crime Conference - MENA

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Private Sector Early Bird 1 – Save US$200 by August 25, 2022	US$1,595	US$1,695
Private Sector Early Bird 2 – Save US$100 by October 6, 2022	US$1,695	US$1,795
Private Sector Standard Rate	US$1,795	US$1,895
Public Sector Flat Rate	US$1,395	US$1,495

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Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Corniche Rd - Al Bateen
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Managing Mounting Sanctions Risks: Strategies for MENA Compliance Professionals

On Highest Authority: Insights on Oversight —
A MENA Regulatory Roundtable