About The AML Insider

I started The AML Insider because I kept noticing the same gap. There's a real shortage of practical, honest analysis of what it actually means for the people who have to implement the voluminous regulations that keep coming and coming.

This site is where I write about what I've learned and what I'm still learning. Regulatory changes, sanctions developments, transaction monitoring, due diligence — the things that land on a compliance officer's desk and need to be dealt with, not just read about.

I've spent over 20 years working in financial crime — in banks, consulting firms, card companies, and two fintech companies I founded. Check out my LinkedIn profile if you're curious.. I currently work as a Senior Advisor at Handelsbanken, and I lead the AML Network at JUC Norway. Everything I write here is my view, and not that of current or previous employers. 

Who this is for

If you're an MLRO, a compliance officer, a sanctions analyst, or anyone working in AML at a bank, a fintech, or a consultancy — this is written for you. Not for academics, not for policymakers, not for vendors. For practitioners.

I will be covering Scandinavia, but in this international world I will also cover AMLR, AMLA and some news beyond Europe. 

What you'll find here

Regulatory analysis, and practical guidance you can use. I aim to give you honest takes on what works, what doesn't, and what's coming next. No sponsored content disguised as editorial. 

Get in touch

I'm always interested in hearing from other practitioners. If you have a question, a suggestion, or just want to say hello, reach me at hgravklev@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.