money laundering

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noun

The process of concealing the origins of illegally obtained funds, making them appear to have been derived from a legitimate source.

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Revolut's rapid growth has also drawn criticism in recent years over its ability to comply with financial regulations, particularly those aimed at combating fraud and money laundering.

From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026

Zhao and Binance had pleaded guilty in 2023 to violating anti-money-laundering rules on the exchange, which had become a global hub for money laundering and sanctions evasion.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026

Thesaurus

Possible Synonyms

making hot money cold
asset concealment
illicit fund integration
cleaning dirty cash
cooking the books

Possible Antonyms

above-board transaction
due diligence
legit business
keeping it on the books
clean accounting