Foodman CPAs and Advisors

Crypto Compliance: Are You Ready for CARF and VASP Regulations? 

The introduction of the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and evolving standards for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) represent a seismic shift in global regulatory expectations for cryptocurrency. Despite clear signals from regulators, many financial institutions, especially across LATAM, remain unprepared, creating dangerous compliance blind spots.  Historically, cryptocurrencies operated in environments perceived as resistant to oversight. […]

The Compliance Gap in AML AI: Why Audit-Ready Tools Matter

AI-powered AML tools are everywhere—but many can’t pass an audit.  As the market for anti-money laundering (AML) software explodes, fueled by financial crime, regulatory pressure, and AI innovation, many platforms promise efficiency, speed, and reduced false positives. But beneath the surface lies a critical gap: audit readiness.  For compliance officers and financial institutions across LATAM […]