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Field-level analysis from CAML's senior compliance team. AML, MiCA, AIFM, and EU regulatory shifts — what really happens behind the headlines.

AML compliance outsourcing for EU-licensed Financial Institutions and Fund Managers.
Based in Europe, Lithuania.

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Will Poland’s President Veto Crypto Law for 3rd Time?
Will Polish President Karol Nawrocki veto the Crypto-Assets Market Act for a third time? As the Sejm fast-tracks the bill ahead of the critical July 1, 2026, MiCA grandfathering deadline, the standoff over KNF enforcement powers and "EU plus zero" overregulation intensifies. Discover the three likely scenarios for Poland's web3 regulatory future and how it impacts regional tech hubs in the Baltic and CEE zones
May 204 min read


ZondaCrypto: the hype was loud, the silence is louder
Zondacrypto's collapse exposed seven MiCA-era compliance gaps — from cold wallet key control to sponsorship due diligence. CAML's operator-grade breakdown.
May 188 min read


ESMA’s 2025 Common Supervisory Action for AIFMs
ESMA's 2025 Common Supervisory Action covered all 27 EU and 3 EEA national competent authorities. One pattern stands out: written policies are not a working compliance function. Here's what foreign AIFMs need to evidence before entering Lithuania — and how outsourcing can deliver it proportionately.
May 134 min read


Latvia: The LIAA "Qualified Venture Capital Investor" Status
Scale from angel to GP with the "Stamp of Approval." Learn how to secure LIAA’s Qualified Investor status in Latvia, Lithuania’s Informed Investor route, and Estonia’s SmartCap synergy. This guide explores the benefits of official recognition—from startup tax breaks to institutional credibility. Discover how CAML’s full-stack advisory and automated AML tools streamline your setup, ensuring ex-founders build a compliant investment legacy with ease.
Apr 93 min read


Why Lithuania Is the Unbeatable Trifecta for AML Compliance Outsourcing in 2026
Zelch, Tide, and Checkout.com chose Lithuania in 2025–2026. Here's why smart fintechs are outsourcing AML compliance to Lithuania — combining 30–40% cost savings, full EEA jurisdiction, DORA-ready talent, and AI-ready workflows.
Mar 244 min read


Beyond the Retrospective AML Checklist
Transaction monitoring in Lithuania has moved past ticking boxes. With AMLA now operational, MiCA in full force, and real-time SEPA verification mandatory, regulators aren't just checking your tools — they're evaluating the judgment behind every decision. This article explores what modern AML monitoring actually looks like in 2026: shorter decision windows, integrated KYC and CDD data, and the human reasoning that supervisors are increasingly asking to see documented.
Mar 93 min read


AML for AI Agents and Instant Payments: Why Senior Human Analysts Matter More Than Ever
2026 Vilnius Payments Forum confirmed: AI agents will dominate transactions by 2027. CAML shows how senior AML analysts using AI tools cut workload 60% while improving detection quality. Learn why AI‑augmented analysts command €80-120/hr rates vs traditional €30-40/hr, positioning your compliance for the agentic payments era.
Mar 53 min read


Notice for Lithuanian Real Estate Agents in 2026: FNTT AML Reporting Deadline via STRIX is Approaching
Real estate agents in Lithuania must act now: the March 31, 2026, deadline for mandatory AML reporting is approaching. Under FNTT Director’s Order No. V-262, all brokers and intermediaries must submit a risk assessment via the STRIX platform. This is a legal requirement under the Law on the Prevention of Money Laundering. Avoid heavy fines and regulatory scrutiny by ensuring your compliance today. Learn how to navigate the STRIX questionnaire with CAML.lt.
Mar 43 min read


OnlyFans and Cryptocurrency: What the Creator Economy Can Teach Us About Financial Innovation
OnlyFans crossed $6.6 billion in gross volume in 2023 — and crypto is already circling the edges, through virtual cards and gift card workarounds, even without official integration. For compliance teams, this intersection of adult content platforms and decentralized payments raises real questions around KYC, AML, the Travel Rule, and sanctions screening. Here's what the creator economy's quiet crypto experiment means for financial institutions and regulators watching closely
May 29, 20252 min read
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