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Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Truehub is committed to the highest standards of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF). This policy outlines our procedures to prevent, detect, and report money laundering activities.

Our Commitment to Compliance

Truehub maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards money laundering and terrorist financing. We comply with all applicable AML/CTF laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and international standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

1. Policy Statement

Truehub is committed to:

  • Preventing criminal elements from using our platform for money laundering or terrorist financing
  • Complying with all applicable AML/CTF laws and regulations
  • Cooperating fully with law enforcement and regulatory authorities
  • Maintaining robust internal controls and procedures
  • Training our staff to recognize and report suspicious activities
  • Conducting regular reviews and audits of our AML program

2. Know Your Customer (KYC) Procedures

2.1 Customer Identification Program (CIP)

We verify the identity of all customers through:

  • Collection of full legal name, date of birth, and address
  • Government-issued photo ID verification (passport, driver's license, national ID)
  • Proof of address documentation (utility bill, bank statement)
  • Facial recognition or video verification where applicable
  • Tax identification number or equivalent

2.2 Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)

For high-risk customers, we conduct additional verification including:

  • Source of wealth and funds documentation
  • Employment or business verification
  • Purpose and nature of business relationship
  • Expected transaction volume and patterns
  • Politically Exposed Person (PEP) screening
  • Adverse media checks

2.3 Ongoing Monitoring

  • Regular updates of customer information
  • Periodic review of customer risk ratings
  • Continuous transaction monitoring
  • Annual KYC refresh for active accounts

3. Risk Assessment and Management

3.1 Customer Risk Categories

We categorize customers based on risk factors:

Low Risk:

  • Verified employment with regular income
  • Transparent source of funds
  • Resident of low-risk jurisdiction
  • Normal transaction patterns

Medium Risk:

  • Self-employed or business owners
  • Higher transaction volumes
  • International transactions
  • Complex ownership structures

High Risk:

  • Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
  • Customers from high-risk jurisdictions
  • Cash-intensive businesses
  • Complex or unusual transaction patterns
  • Adverse media or sanctions matches

3.2 Geographic Risk

We assess geographic risk based on:

  • FATF high-risk and monitored jurisdictions
  • Countries subject to sanctions
  • Corruption perception index
  • AML/CTF regime effectiveness

4. Transaction Monitoring

4.1 Automated Monitoring Systems

Our systems monitor for:

  • Unusual transaction patterns or volumes
  • Rapid movement of funds
  • Transactions just below reporting thresholds (structuring)
  • Multiple accounts with similar details
  • Dormant account sudden activity
  • Geographic anomalies

4.2 Red Flags

Indicators that trigger enhanced scrutiny:

  • Reluctance to provide KYC information
  • Inconsistent or suspicious documentation
  • Unusual source of funds explanations
  • Requests to expedite transactions without clear reason
  • Multiple small deposits followed by large withdrawal
  • Use of multiple payment methods
  • Transactions inconsistent with customer profile

4.3 Investigation Process

  • Immediate flag of suspicious transactions
  • Investigation by compliance team
  • Request for additional information from customer
  • Decision on transaction approval or rejection
  • Documentation of investigation findings

5. Sanctions and PEP Screening

5.1 Sanctions Lists Checked

  • OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List
  • UN Security Council Sanctions List
  • EU Consolidated Sanctions List
  • HM Treasury Sanctions List
  • Local jurisdiction sanctions lists

5.2 PEP Screening

  • Identification of Politically Exposed Persons
  • Family members and close associates of PEPs
  • Enhanced due diligence for PEP accounts
  • Senior management approval for PEP relationships
  • Ongoing enhanced monitoring

5.3 Screening Frequency

  • Real-time screening at onboarding
  • Daily batch screening of existing customers
  • Real-time transaction screening
  • Immediate action on positive matches

6. Reporting Obligations

6.1 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)

We file SARs when we detect:

  • Transactions involving $5,000 or more with suspected illegal activity
  • Transactions designed to evade BSA requirements
  • No business or apparent lawful purpose
  • Unusual patterns for the customer
  • Use of the platform to facilitate criminal activity

6.2 Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs)

  • Filed for cash transactions exceeding $10,000
  • Aggregated transactions by same person in one day
  • Maintained for regulatory review

6.3 Regulatory Cooperation

  • Full cooperation with law enforcement requests
  • Response to subpoenas and court orders
  • Proactive reporting of criminal activities
  • Participation in information sharing programs

7. Record Keeping

We maintain comprehensive records including:

  • Customer identification documents - 5 years after account closure
  • Transaction records - 5 years from transaction date
  • SAR and CTR filings - 5 years from filing
  • Account opening records - 5 years after closure
  • Correspondence related to compliance - 5 years
  • Training records - 5 years
  • Risk assessments and reviews - 5 years

8. AML Training Program

Our comprehensive training program includes:

  • Initial AML training for all new employees
  • Annual refresher training for all staff
  • Role-specific training for compliance personnel
  • Updates on regulatory changes
  • Case studies and practical scenarios
  • Testing and certification requirements
  • Documentation of training completion

9. Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

  • Money laundering or attempted money laundering
  • Terrorist financing or support
  • Fraud or financial crimes
  • Tax evasion or avoidance schemes
  • Sanctions evasion
  • Human trafficking proceeds
  • Drug trafficking proceeds
  • Corruption and bribery proceeds
  • Any other illegal activities

Violation of this policy will result in immediate account termination, reporting to authorities, and potential criminal prosecution.

10. Compliance Structure

10.1 AML Compliance Officer

  • Designated officer responsible for AML program
  • Direct reporting to senior management
  • Authority to implement controls
  • Regular updates to board of directors

10.2 Internal Audit

  • Annual independent audit of AML program
  • Testing of internal controls
  • Review of policies and procedures
  • Recommendations for improvements

10.3 Continuous Improvement

  • Regular review of AML policies
  • Updates based on regulatory changes
  • Implementation of new technologies
  • Feedback incorporation from audits

11. Your Responsibilities

As a Truehub customer, you must:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Update your information when it changes
  • Respond promptly to verification requests
  • Use only legitimate sources of funds
  • Not use the platform for illegal purposes
  • Report suspicious activities you observe
  • Comply with your local laws and regulations
  • Cooperate with compliance reviews

12. Consequences of Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with AML requirements may result in:

  • Account suspension or termination
  • Transaction reversal or blocking
  • Funds freezing pending investigation
  • Reporting to regulatory authorities
  • Reporting to law enforcement
  • Legal action and prosecution
  • Permanent ban from our platform
  • Inclusion in internal blacklists

Contact Our Compliance Team

For AML/CTF related queries or to report suspicious activities:

Email: compliance@truehub.ltd

Email: aml@truehub.ltd

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567

Anonymous Reporting: report@truehub.ltd

Note: All reports are treated confidentially. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation.

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Last updated: January 1, 2024