Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
GammaSigma Capital ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including those relating to Anti-Money Laundering (AML). Our AML policy is designed to detect and prevent money laundering, the financing of terrorism, and other illegal activities through our services.
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As a part of our commitment, we adhere to international standards and regulations governing the prevention of money laundering, including the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendations, as well as the applicable AML laws in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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1. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to:
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Prevent the use of our services for money laundering or the financing of terrorism.
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Comply with applicable AML laws and regulations.
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Implement processes to identify and mitigate potential risks related to money laundering and terrorist financing.
2. Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
As part of our AML compliance efforts, we conduct thorough Customer Due Diligence (CDD) to ensure that all users of our services are properly identified and verified. This includes:
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Identity Verification: We may require users to submit personal identification documents (e.g., passport, driver’s license, or national ID) to verify their identity.
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Source of Funds Verification: In some cases, we may request information regarding the source of funds used for trading or investments to ensure that they are derived from legitimate and lawful sources.
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Ongoing Monitoring: We monitor customer transactions on an ongoing basis to detect suspicious activity and ensure compliance with applicable AML regulations.
3. Suspicious Activity Reporting
If we detect suspicious activity or transactions that may involve money laundering or terrorist financing, we will report such activities to the relevant authorities in accordance with local laws and regulations.
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Examples of Suspicious Activity:
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Unusual patterns of activity or transactions that do not align with the user’s known business or financial profile.
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Transactions involving high-risk jurisdictions known for money laundering activities.
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Attempts to conceal or obfuscate the source or destination of funds.
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4. Risk-Based Approach
We adopt a risk-based approach to our AML compliance. This means that we assess the potential money laundering risks associated with each user based on various factors such as:
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Geographic location: Transactions involving high-risk or non-cooperative countries may be subject to enhanced scrutiny.
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Transaction size and frequency: Unusually large or frequent transactions may trigger additional verification or investigation.
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User profile: We assess whether the user’s activity aligns with their stated purpose for using our services.
5. Record Keeping
In compliance with AML regulations, we maintain detailed records of all customer transactions and identification documents. These records are retained for a minimum of [X] years, as required by applicable laws, and are available for review by regulatory authorities.
6. Training and Awareness
We are committed to ensuring that our employees and service providers are well-versed in the detection and prevention of money laundering and other illegal financial activities. We provide regular training to our staff to raise awareness about AML regulations, suspicious activity detection, and reporting procedures.
7. Compliance with Sanctions Lists
GammaSigma Capital will not engage in any transactions involving individuals or entities that are subject to international sanctions, including those listed on the OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions list or other relevant sanctions lists maintained by government authorities.
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Sanctioned Countries:
We do not offer our services to individuals or entities located in countries subject to comprehensive international sanctions, as determined by the United Nations, European Union, or United States.
8. Cooperation with Authorities
We fully cooperate with law enforcement agencies, regulatory authorities, and other relevant parties in any investigations or enforcement actions related to money laundering or terrorism financing. We will provide necessary records and information to authorities in accordance with the applicable laws.
9. Consequences of Violating AML Policies
Failure to comply with this AML policy can result in immediate termination of services, reporting to the relevant authorities, and potential legal action. We take violations of our AML policy very seriously and will take all necessary steps to mitigate risks.
10. Amendments to the AML Policy
We reserve the right to update or amend this AML policy at any time to ensure compliance with the latest legal and regulatory requirements. All users will be notified of any significant changes to this policy.
By using the services of GammaSigma Capital, you acknowledge and agree to comply with this AML policy and understand the importance of maintaining a secure and lawful environment for all transactions.