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Architecture — FinCEN's BSA/AML requirements for cryptocurrency exchanges (MSB registration required for US operators) mandate transaction monitoring, SAR filing, and CTR filing. Here is the production compliance engine architecture.
FinCEN's BSA/AML requirements for crypto exchanges include: MSB registration (Form 107), written AML program with designated compliance officer, CTR filing for transactions over $10,000, SAR filing for suspicious transactions over $5,000 within 30 days, and Travel Rule (FinCEN 1073) for transfers over $3,000. Productio...
Common integrations: The Graph, Alchemy/Infura, OpenZeppelin Defender, and popular wallet providers.
Clarify requirements, compliance needs, architecture risks, and launch goals.
Implement core contracts, integrations, product flows, tests, and deployment automation.
Run QA, prepare audit handoff, deploy infrastructure, and support production rollout.
Chainalysis and TRM Labs are the two dominant blockchain analytics providers. Alternatives: Elliptic, CipherTrace (acquired by Mastercard). For smaller exchanges with limited budgets: Scorechain and Crystal Blockchain offer lower-cost options. All require API integration into your transaction monitoring pipeline. Cost: $50,000–$250,000 annually depending on transaction volume and contract terms.
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