Mikołaj Górny in an article about Directive 2024/1640 as part of the AML package for Legalis

Directive 2024/1640 is a key element of the EU’s AML package aimed at strengthening cooperation among member states in the fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism. It includes, among other things, the obligation to establish registers of beneficial owners, the extension of the powers of FIU units, and the possibility of a national opt-in for sectors at risk. Moreover, the directive introduces mechanisms to protect fundamental rights and facilitates cross-border cooperation.

In an article for Legalis, Directive 2024/1640 is characterized by Mikołaj Górny, a Lawyer in the Capital Markets Law Department at Sadkowski and Partners.

Our expert addresses, among other topics:

• The purpose of the directive
• National Risk Assessment
• The AML authority register
• Central UBO Registers
• Strengthening the analytical capabilities of FIUs

We encourage you to read the full article available on the Legalis website!