FinCENBSA / AMLApril 10, 2026

FinCEN Proposes Sweeping Overhaul of AML/CFT Program Requirements

FinCEN is proposing to fundamentally reform BSA AML/CFT program requirements for all covered financial institutions, aiming to make programs more risk-based and outcomes-focused while enhancing FinCEN's own supervisory and enforcement role alongside federal banking regulators. This rulemaking, which implements the AML Act of 2020, would affect virtually every regulated entity — including crypto firms and fintechs — and could significantly change how AML programs are structured, documented, and examined. Compliance officers should review the proposal carefully and consider submitting comments to shape the final rule.

What to do

Read the proposed rule, assess gaps between your current AML/CFT program and the proposed requirements, and prepare a comment letter or engage trade associations before the comment deadline.

Who this affects

Crypto ExchangeCrypto CustodianWallet ProviderMoney Services BusinessPayments CompanyFintech / NeobankBank / Credit UnionTrust CompanyBroker-Dealer / RIA

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Source

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