AML Compliance News

22 January 2026

Moving to a single UK Sanctions List — What it means

Changes to UK Sanctions lists are coming from 28th January, 2026. Find out everything you need to know here!

13 January 2026

A Practical Guide to reusable ID & compliance

Reusable compliance is coming in strong for 2026, but what does this mean for the property sector? We delve into the recent changes, what they mean and what is coming throughout the year in our latest downloadable e-book!

7 January 2026

SmartSearch Completes Acquisition of Credas to Enhance Digital Compliance Solutions

We’re delighted to announce that SmatSearch has now completed its acquisition of Credas to enhance digital compliance solutions. Together, we are building towards a better and stronger future for IDV.

22 December 2025

Credas and DezrezLegal complete first transaction using new Property Compliance Wallet

We are thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated Credas Compliance Wallet has completed its first live transaction in partnership with DezrezLegal, one of the UK’s leading residential property conveyancers.

19 December 2025

Credas: 2025 wrap up

We’re celebrating a landmark 2025 here at Credas, achieving significant growth, expanding our customer base, and strengthening our position as the market leader heading into 2026.

27 November 2025

Credas selected by Bright to power Companies House-ready director verification

We are excited to share that we have been selected by Bright to deliver a fully compliant director verification solution […]

17 November 2025

As money laundering risks surge among property conveyancing in the legal sector, is the FCA set to usher in a more tougher AML regime?

As news of the FCA taking over AML supervision for the legal sector sinks in, we look at whether a tougher regime is needed after money laundering risks surge in the legal sector

11 November 2025

Expert webinar: How Reusable Compliance is Changing the Game

Hear from the team leading the conversation on Reusable Compliance in 2026. Hear from our experts as they discuss how […]

30 October 2025

Right to Rent fines surge past £4.2 million

UK landlords and letting agents are facing record financial penalties, with over £4.2 million in Right to Rent fines issued since late 2024 — a sevenfold increase on the previous period which was just £596,400.

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