Travel regulations are constantly evolving, and staying compliant can be a challenge. Let’s explore some recent developments in regulatory compliance across different sectors to help you navigate these changes effectively.
Crypto Compliance: Travel Rule Services for VASPs
Crypto companies often struggle with navigating complex regulatory environments, particularly when it comes to the Travel Rule. This rule requires financial institutions to share customer information when transactions surpass certain thresholds. To address this, 21 Analytics and AML Incubator have partnered to offer a fully managed Travel Rule service to Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) and Money Service Businesses (MSBs). This partnership simplifies compliance by automating most transactions through the 21 Analytics platform, while AML Incubator’s experts handle higher-risk cases.
Aviation Updates: APIS and Passenger Data
In the aviation sector, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has updated the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) data validation requirements. Following an executive order, APIS now only accepts
References:
- https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/270567/21-Analytics-and-AML-Incubator-Partner-to-Offer-Fully-Managed-Travel-Rule-Service-to-Crypto-Firms
- https://natlawreview.com/article/cbp-updates-apis-data-requirements-following-executive-order-14168
- https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/us-joins-uk-and-spain-in-new-travel-rules-for-heading-to-europe-in-october-half-term-2025/
- https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/profiles/NY/Christopher-Mattoon-3145270698?s-news-1173479-2025-10-16-ltfrb-orders-cleanliness-comfort-bus-terminals-undas-2025
- https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/the-pipeline-safety-act-of-2025-what-8393700/
- https://www.mclane.com/insights/client-alert-perm-denials-on-the-rise-travel-and-worksite-issues-under-scrutiny/
- https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2025-releases/2025-10-20-01/
- https://www.tourismupdate.com/article/industry-faces-looming-eu-green-directive-deadline
