AMLA Chair highlights supervisory convergence and preparations for direct supervision
AMLA Chair Bruna Szego highlighted the need for greater convergence in AML/CFT supervision across EU Member States. Key priorities include the Single AML Rulebook, common supervisory methodologies, harmonised intelligence-sharing formats, crypto-asset risks and preparations for AMLA’s direct supervision from 2028. No new binding obligations are introduced, but the interview provides an important indication of AMLA’s supervisory direction.
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