KYC Core Basics – Start Here

Essential guides for beginners to understand KYC fundamentals and how they connect to AML compliance.

• What Is KYC? Simple Explanation for Beginners (2025)
• KYC vs AML – What's the Difference? (Simple Guide, 2025)
• KYC Process Steps Explained (2025) – From Onboarding to Monitoring

CDD, EDD & Source of Funds/Wealth

Risk-based due diligence, when to upgrade to EDD, and how SoF/SoW work in customer reviews.

• Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Explained – 2025 Guide
• CDD vs EDD – What's the Difference? (2025 Guide)
• Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) Guide – When & How to Apply
• Source of Funds vs Source of Wealth (2025) – Simple Explanation

Sanctions Screening & Adverse Media

Complete guides on sanctions checks, PEP screening, and adverse media/negative news processes.

• Sanctions Screening Basics (2025) – Guide for Compliance Teams
• Sanctions Screening Guide (2025) – Ultimate Beginner Guide
• Adverse Media Screening Guide (2025) – Simple Explanation
• PEP Screening – How It Actually Works (2025)

AML Fundamentals & Risk Assessment

For professionals moving beyond KYC to understand AML program design and risk management.

• Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Explained – 2025 Guide
• AML Risk Assessment Guide (2025) – Beginner Explanation
• Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) Guide – When & How to File
• Transaction Monitoring – Red Flags & Scenarios (2025)

AML Red Flags & Practical Scenarios

Realistic patterns, examples and narrative structures used in day-to-day AML operations.

• AML Red Flags List (2025) – Complete Reference
• AML Case Scenarios & SAR/STR Narrative Examples
• High-Risk Customers – How Banks Identify Them

GO-AKS Certifications & Comparison

Resources for professionals deciding which certification to take and evaluating their value.

• What Is the GO-AKS KYC Certification? (2025 Guide)
• Which GO-AKS Certification Is Right for You? (Role-Based Guide)
• Best KYC Certifications in 2025 – Ranked & Compared
• Best AML Certifications in 2025 – Full Comparison Guide
• Is a KYC Certification Worth It in 2025? (Career Analysis)
• KYC Certification (2025) – Complete Global Overview
• KYC Certification 2025 Global Guide – GO-AKS vs CAMI vs G-CAMO Compared
• Best KYC Certifications 2025 – Employer Demand & Real-World Value
• KYC Certification Cost in 2025 – Full Price Comparison
• GO-AKS KYC Certification Review (2025)
• GO-AKS Featured Among Top Trending KYC Certifications in 2025

KYC & AML Career Path & Resume

Resources for job-seekers planning career growth in compliance and financial crime prevention.

• KYC Career Path 2025 – Roles, Salary, and Roadmap
• AML Career Path 2025 – Salary, Roles, Roadmap
• KYC Analyst Resume Guide (2025) – Samples, Tips & Checklist
• KYC/AML Skills Required (2025 List)

KYC & AML Interview Questions (2025)

High-value resources for candidates actively preparing for KYC/AML job interviews.

Knowledge Hubs & Resource Libraries

Central hubs that users can bookmark for ongoing learning and reference.

• KYC Knowledge Hub 2025 – All Guides in One Place
• Sanctions Knowledge Hub – Live Sanctions & Resources
• AML Case Studies Library – Real Cases & Enforcement Actions
• Global AML & KYC News Hub – Regulatory Updates
• KYC Glossary – 100 Essential Definitions

Major Global AML Case Studies

Real-world case studies of AML failures and enforcement actions for advanced learning.

• Westpac & AUSTRAC – AML Child Exploitation Scandal
• Standard Chartered – Sanctions Violations Case Study
• ING Netherlands – €775 Million AML Settlement
• Danske Bank – $200 Billion Money Laundering Scandal
• HSBC 2012 – AML & Sanctions Failures