FinCEN Targets MBaer Merchant Bank AG Over Money Laundering Concerns
US FinCEN designates MBaer Merchant Bank AG as a primary money laundering concern, prompting regulatory oversight from FINMA.
The US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced that it considers MBaer Merchant Bank AG to be a financial institution of primary money laundering concern.
Switzerland's financial market supervisory authority, FINMA, stated that it is in contact with the bank and FinCEN regarding the case. Enforcement proceedings previously concluded by FINMA against MBaer Merchant Bank are currently pending before the Federal Administrative Court. In response to ongoing developments, FINMA has appointed an independent audit agent at the institution.
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