On 5 November 2026 FATF published a report on end-to-end illicit financial flows linked to scam compounds, with almost 120 case studies across more than 60 jurisdictions. It identifies virtual assets as a central laundering channel, including OTC desks inside compounds, and notes funds can leave a victim’s account within minutes via instant payments. It cites tens of thousands coerced into compounds in Southeast Asia and sets principles to disrupt infrastructure, freeze within 24–72 hours and connect banks, tech and telecoms.

What it means: For Greek banks, CASPs and PSPs, the report reinforces travel-rule, rapid freezing and telecom fraud-signal cooperation needs. Fold scam-compound typologies into AML scenarios and staff training on deepfake/AI fraud. Instant-payment platforms need first-hours playbooks. This is not investment guidance on crypto; it is compliance and customer-protection guidance. In practice, teams should name an owner, update the risk register and agree success criteria within 30 days. Where suppliers or customers are affected, send a short note citing the primary source without overclaiming. Compliance, security and operations are linked; one change often needs contract, access-rights and continuity checks. Keep a review calendar so the news becomes concrete actions for the Greek business. In practice, teams should name an owner, update the risk register and agree success criteria within 30 days. Where suppliers or customers are affected, send a short note citing the primary source without overclaiming. Compliance, security and operations are linked; one change often needs contract, access-rights and continuity checks. Keep a review calendar so the news becomes concrete actions for the Greek business.

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