Course Description

Sanctions compliance has never been more complex—or more critical. In 2025, OFAC continues to expand restrictions in response to global conflicts, adding new challenges for institutions of all sizes. This course breaks down the latest updates, including sanctions tied to Russia and Syria, secondary sanctions enforcement, and the growing risks around dual-use goods and deceptive shipping practices. Rather than overwhelm you with regulatory jargon, we focus on what’s practical: how to screen effectively, document decisions, and strengthen your internal controls to avoid costly mistakes. Whether you’re building your first sanctions framework or updating an existing program, this session will help you feel confident that your institution is aligned with regulator expectations.

Who is this Designed for: Risk, compliance, and BSA/AML professionals at fintechs, money services businesses (MSBs), and banks responsible for sanctions screening, monitoring, and oversight.

Agenda:

• The sanctions landscape: Russia, Syria, and conflict-related measures

• Dual-use goods and deceptive shipping: hidden risks to watch for

• Secondary sanctions: why they matter and how they apply to smaller institutions

• Customer and counterparty screening: practical updates and pitfalls to avoid

• Internal controls, training, and audit trail expectations from regulators

• Reducing enforcement and reputational risk through practical safeguards

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify the most relevant OFAC sanctions risks

• Spot red flags tied to dual-use goods and shipping practices

• Apply secondary sanctions concepts to fintech, MSB, and community bank operations

• Strengthen screening, monitoring, and internal controls with regulator expectations in mind

• Reduce exposure to costly enforcement actions and reputational harm

Note: This program meets the eligibility criteria for continuing education under ACFCS and is eligible for 1 credit.