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AML Policy

Anti-Money Laundering Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

Yellow Box Markets Ltd.
Registration No: 2025-00712
Ground Floor, The Sotheby Building, Rodney Village, Rodney Bay, Gros-Islet, Saint Lucia
Email: compliance@yellowboxmarkets.com

Our Commitment

Yellow Box Markets Ltd. is committed to the highest standards of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) compliance. We actively prevent our services from being used for money laundering or any other financial crime.

Introduction

This Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Policy outlines our procedures and controls to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing activities. We comply with applicable AML laws and regulations, including international standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). All employees, agents, and representatives of Yellow Box Markets Ltd. must adhere to this policy.

Know Your Customer (KYC)

We implement comprehensive customer identification procedures: • Identity Verification: Government-issued ID (passport, national ID, or driver's license) • Proof of Address: Recent utility bill, bank statement, or official correspondence • Source of Funds: Documentation of the origin of deposited funds • Enhanced Due Diligence: Additional verification for high-risk customers Accounts will not be activated until KYC verification is complete. We may request additional documentation at any time.

Transaction Monitoring

We continuously monitor transactions for suspicious activity: • Real-time monitoring of deposits and withdrawals • Pattern analysis to detect unusual trading behavior • Large transaction reporting as required by law • Cross-referencing against sanctions lists • Investigation of flagged transactions Suspicious activities are escalated to our Compliance team for review.

Fraud Prevention

We implement robust fraud prevention measures: • Multi-factor authentication for account access • Device fingerprinting and behavioral analysis • Withdrawal verification procedures • Payment method verification • Regular security audits and assessments Suspected fraud is immediately investigated and may result in account suspension.

Sanctions Screening

We screen all customers and transactions against: • OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions lists • UN Security Council sanctions lists • EU consolidated sanctions list • Other applicable national and international sanctions We do not provide services to individuals or entities on sanctions lists or residents of sanctioned countries.

Record Keeping

We maintain comprehensive records: • Customer identification documents for at least 5 years after account closure • Transaction records for at least 7 years • Communication records related to transactions • AML compliance reports and investigations Records are stored securely and are available for regulatory inspection.

Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited: • Money laundering or terrorist financing • Structuring transactions to avoid reporting thresholds • Using false or misleading identification • Operating anonymous or shell company accounts • Processing third-party payments • Any transaction involving criminal proceeds Violations will result in immediate account termination and reporting to authorities.

Account Controls

We implement strict account controls: • Withdrawals only to verified accounts in the customer's name • Same-method withdrawal policy (funds returned via deposit method) • Cooling-off periods for large withdrawal requests • Manual review for withdrawals exceeding certain thresholds • Temporary holds pending verification when necessary

Compliance Officer

Our Compliance Officer is responsible for: • Implementing and updating AML policies • Employee training on AML procedures • Investigating suspicious activities • Filing required reports with authorities • Coordinating with regulatory bodies • Annual AML program reviews The Compliance team operates independently with direct reporting to senior management.

Contact Compliance

To report suspicious activity or for compliance inquiries: Email: compliance@yellowboxmarkets.com Yellow Box Markets Ltd. Ground Floor, The Sotheby Building Rodney Village, Rodney Bay, Gros-Islet Saint Lucia All reports are treated confidentially.