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Tackling Tax Evasion: Typologies, Red Flags & Compliance Strategies

Rob Jones | Head of Regulatory Services Tax evasion continues to pose a significant threat to financial integrity and regulatory compliance. A thematic analysis by Guernsey’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), covering 2018–2024, sheds light on how individuals and entities exploit financial systems to illegally reduce tax liabilities. This article highlights key typologies, red flags, and […]

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5 signs you need to outsource your compliance functions

We understand the increasing regulatory pressure on financial services firms especially when it comes to anti-money laundering (AML) obligations. That’s why we offer a flexible, cost-effective services, tailored to meet your business’s unique risk profile and regulatory requirements. Why outsource your compliance functions? 5. You’re Struggling to Fill Key Roles (MLRO, MLCO, NO or CO)

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From Emergency Response to Regulatory Resilience – James Patch’s Career Change Journey 

Changing careers isn’t just about switching jobs, it’s about rediscovering your strengths in a new context. For James Patch, that journey began in Guernsey’s Joint Emergency Services Control Centre, where he spent years responding to critical situations with calm, clarity, and compassion.  But James wanted a new challenge, a new direction, and a career with long-term growth.

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Why Our Clients Are Using Resolver by Aspida to Build Smarter Controls Libraries

Kevin Gilligan – Head of Business Advisory Across the compliance and risk landscape, one trend is becoming increasingly clear: organisations want more than just a list of controls. They want structure, clarity, and assurance. That’s why so many of our clients are using Resolver by Aspida to build robust controls libraries with clear taxonomy and

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Key takeaways from the Innovation Summit 2025

Jezaia van der Watt,Technical Analyst Our team recently attended The Digital Greenhouse Innovation Summit, and Jezaia van der Watt, our Technical Analyst, explored how forward-thinking organisations like Aspida are navigating change with purpose, clarity, and resilience. He shares his reflections on the key insights and themes that emerged from the event. His key takeaway? Innovation

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Evidencing an Effective Compliance Monitoring Programme: From Obligation to Assurance

Kevin Gilligan, Head of Business Advisory In today’s regulatory environment, compliance is no longer about simply having policies in place. Regulators and stakeholders alike expect firms to demonstrate that their compliance frameworks are both well-designed and effectively implemented. At Aspida, we support this expectation through the use of Resolver, our integrated Governance, Risk and Compliance

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Strengthening Compliance Monitoring: Insights from the JFSC Thematic Review and How Resolver by Aspida Can Help

Kevin Gilligan, Head of Business Advisory Context and Regulatory Expectations In June 2025, the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) published feedback on its 2024 thematic examination of compliance monitoring. This review evaluated how effectively firms tested adherence to internal policies and regulatory obligations, verified control effectiveness, and remediated deficiencies. The review was guided by the

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Smarter Financial Crime Risk Management: Introducing Our New Application in Resolver by Aspida

Kevin Gilligan, Head of Business Advisory In today’s regulatory environment, licensed firms face increasing pressure to manage financial crime risks with precision and agility. From money laundering to proliferation financing, the threats are complex, and the tools many firms still rely on, like Excel and Word, simply aren’t built for the job. At Aspida, we’re

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Smarter Financial Crime Risk Management Starts Here

Kevin Gilligan, Head of Advisory Services Traditional tools like Excel and Word are no match for today’s complex financial crime landscape – they’re slow, siloed, and prone to error. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the latest innovation in our GRC platform: Resolver by Aspida. ✅ Jurisdiction-Specific Risk Mapping✅ Pre-Scored Risk Values✅ Accelerated Setup✅ Real-Time Dashboards & Collaboration With Resolver

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The Importance of AI and Human Collaboration in Compliance and Risk Management

Kevin Gilligan, Head of Business Advisory In today’s fast-paced business environment, leveraging advanced AI technology is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. At Aspida Group, we utilise AI to deliver comprehensive advisory services in compliance, risk management, and assurance. Our team of highly qualified professionals offers tailored solutions across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring your business remains

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