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Crypto Evolution: From Consent Order to Regulatory Renaissance
FTI Consulting was engaged by a financial services client to assist with remediating and enhancing their Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) program following a consent order issued by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). Through seven workstreams, our experts helped the bank mature from a start-up to a more established institution after being regulated as the first of its kind in the crypto-native industry.
Our Impact
Strengthened Compliance Framework:
FTI Consulting enhanced the bank’s compliance framework by bolstering its automated transaction monitoring system, improving its third-party risk management (TPRM) program, and upgrading its AML customer risk rating (CRR) tool and documentation.
Improved Cybersecurity Measures:
We conducted a thorough assessment of the bank’s cybersecurity program, providing actionable recommendations to enhance security measures, ultimately reducing the risk of cyber threats and potential data breaches.
Client Remediation and Regulatory Compliance:
FTI Consulting assisted the bank in remediating alleged shortcomings in its BSA/AML program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency:
Through our expertise and support, the bank experienced enhanced operational efficiency across various areas, likely resulting in future cost savings and improved risk management.
Our Role
TRM Labs Model Validation:
FTI Consulting performed an independent model validation of the bank’s automated transaction monitoring system, TRM Labs, using OCC Risk Management. We provided a final model validation assessment report with our methodology, observations, and recommendations based on our testing and evaluation of conceptual soundness, ongoing monitoring, and outcomes analysis.
Third-Party Risk Management Program Advisory:
We assisted the bank with its TPRM program by conducting a current state assessment and using the results to enhance the program design. This included onboarding procedures, vendor selection, subject-matter expert support, report designs for onboarding backlog, governance, inventory management, active management procedures, and initial integration support.
Customer Risk Rating:
FTI Consulting performed a two-phase engagement to first conduct a current state analysis of the AML CRR tool and then enhance it. The assessment involved interviews with key stakeholders, understanding the business and risks, and a review of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory guidance. We provided an updated AML CRR tool with increased functionality, incorporating our recommendations relating to risk factors. Additionally, we provided updated and enhanced procedures, methodology, and audit log documentation.
Cybersecurity Program Assessment:
We conducted an independent assessment of the bank’s cybersecurity program, including its security architecture, policies, and procedures, using industry best practices and frameworks. We provided a final assessment report with our approach, quantitative and qualitative findings, and recommendations based on the information and documentation received and interviews performed. We also assessed the bank’s dark web and digital footprint exposure to provide actionable feedback on potential areas of vulnerability.
KYC Uplift:
FTI Consulting’s team was engaged to assist the bank in enhancing its Know Your Customer (KYC) processes for more than 400 high- and medium-risk customers. This involved updating policies and procedures, utilizing an advanced AML CRR tool, collecting missing information, and verifying Customer Identification Program (CIP), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) documentation.
Compliance Testing Resource Support:
We supported the bank by conducting second line of defense control testing for its IT security controls, including incident management, cyber threat, access, asset and configuration management, resiliency, endpoint security, and Hardware Security Modules (HSM) operations. We produced workpapers evidencing the fieldwork, as well as summary reports outlining the results, issues identified, and recommended remediation activities.
Source: ftinconsulting.com
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DLA Piper’s crypto tokenization engine TOKO relaunches as Scintilla
Following a management buy-out by the management team at TOKO FZE, the business has been rebranded as Scintilla, the revolutionary platform providing on-chain solutions and services to make investments more inclusive, accessible, and efficient. Having been developed within DLA Piper’s Law& innovation portfolio, TOKO – now Scintilla has a fresh brand identity, new leadership, and innovative product offerings. Scintilla is set to reshape the future of finance by enabling businesses to unlock the power of blockchain technology across various asset classes, with DLA Piper remaining as a minority shareholder.
Regulated by Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), Scintilla is one of the first digital asset companies to gain full market licenses, marking a significant milestone in the sector’s landscape. Being a regulated entity underscores Scintilla’s commitment to the highest standards of compliance and security while pioneering new solutions for tokenization in the global market.
Innovating Finance Through Tokenization
Scintilla offers a comprehensive suite of tokenization services designed to bring liquidity, transparency, and efficiency to traditional finance sectors. From tokenized financial products, and real estate all the way to new legal funding products, Scintilla’s digital asset solutions enable clients to tokenize assets that were previously inaccessible to investors or illiquid.
Scintilla’s services include:
Advisory Services: The gateway to successful market entry. From initial opportunity assessment to strategic development of game-changing tokenization-based solutions.
Use Case Development: Bringing products to life. From initial POC development and iteration towards MVP all the way through to the full market launch.
Broker/Dealer Services: Creating new markets. Regulated primary market trading, ensuring the highest levels of trust and security within the tokenization space.
Exchange Services: Universal participation. Seamless, secure secondary trading of tokenized assets, with industry-leading technology and compliance standards.
Scintilla is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the confluence of Dubai’s world-leading regulatory environment, cutting-edge technology, and the burgeoning RWA market.
A New Era for Scintilla
The relaunch of Scintilla represents more than just a rebranding—it signifies the company’s growing ambition to lead in the digital asset space. With an expanded team of industry experts, including continuing Board representation from DLA Piper, and a clear strategic vision, Scintilla is set to drive the adoption of tokenization in traditional financial markets.
“Our relaunch marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Scintilla and the wider industry. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in digital finance while ensuring our solutions are underpinned by strong regulatory compliance,” said Tim Popplewell, CEO of Scintilla. “With our new suite of products and services, we are empowering investors to transform the way they manage and access value.”
Jean-Pierre Douglas-Henry, Managing Director, Sustainability and Resilience, DLA Piper added: “Innovation is a key strand in our business strategy. As our business focuses on developing and nurturing innovations that add significant value to our clients through our Law& innovation program, it is fantastic to see this solution spun out into the thriving digital asset space for the next stage of its growth and development.”
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