The Cayman Islands has been overhauling its anti-money laundering (AML) regime in recent months, with the latest update seeing it publish revised AML notes, focusing on electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC), remote customer due diligence and ongoing monitoring. The revised guidance incorporates changes to support digital identification in line with Financial Action Task Force guidance, allowing remote client onboarding and the use of e-KYC and digital ID technologies based on risk assessments. Notably, for corporate legal entities, publicly available sources such as company registries can now be used for verification. Electronic documents are acceptable if supported by suitable policies. Regulated entities must assess the suitability of these digital solutions for customer due diligence, including risk assessment and cybersecurity measures. Video conferencing, selfies and access to digital records are discussed as well, emphasising the importance of clear photographs and verification against public sources. This update aims to enhance AML efforts while embracing digital solutions. For more details, consult the full revised guidance notes and related Chartered Institute of Management Accountants guidance.

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