AML Conversations: Sanctions in Flux: Dan Tannebaum on Global Enforcement, Evasion, and What’s Next

In this episode of AML Conversations, John Byrne sits down with Dan Tannebaum, Partner at Oliver Wyman and global leader in anti-financial crime, for a wide-ranging discussion on the evolving landscape of sanctions. From the EU’s post-Ukraine enforcement challenges to the U.S.'s shifting approach under different administrations, Dan offers sharp insights into the effectiveness, limitations, and unintended consequences of sanctions as a policy tool.

They explore:

Key differences between U.S. and EU sanctions regimes
The impact of sanctions on Russia, Syria, Cuba, and Venezuela
The growing complexity of sanctions evasion tactics
How AML professionals can stay ahead in a rapidly changing environment
The future of sanctions as a tool of economic statecraft
Whether you're a seasoned compliance officer or new to the field, this episode offers practical takeaways and a candid examination of the geopolitical forces shaping financial crime risk today.

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0:07 Differences and Similarities of Sanctions Enforcement in the US and Europe

5:27 The Impact and Implications of Russian Sanctions on Ukraine

8:05 The Impact and Effectiveness of Sanctions: A Discussion

12:05 Syria and Cuba's Sanctions

14:25 The Impact and Legacy of U.S. Sanctions on Cuba

16:01 Understanding Sanctions Evasion and Its Implications: A Conversation with AML Sanctions Professionals

22:02 The Future of Sanctions: A Discussion on Their Effectiveness and Challenges

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