
F.O.R.C.E. is FIBA On Risk and Compliance Excellence. An interactive audio space where the banking and financial industry experts meet regulators and discuss topics regarding risk and anti money laundering. Discussions include Human Trafficking, Recent Investigative Trends and Enforcement Actions with Respect to International Corruption, the RegTech Revolution: Modernizing the Fight Against Financial Crime, and more.
Episodes

7 days ago
7 days ago
Podcast Crypto Crossroads: The DOJ's New Direction
In this episode of FIBA on Risk and Compliance Excellence (The F.O.R.C.E.), we explore the U.S. Department of Justice’s surprising pivot in cryptocurrency enforcement—and what it means for financial institutions, digital asset companies, and regulators.
Hosted by David Schwartz, President and CEO of FIBA, this episode features Richard Weber, Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP and former Chief of IRS Criminal Investigation, as they unpack the DOJ’s decision to disband its National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team and narrow its focus to criminal abuse of digital assets.
Key Topics Include:
- What the DOJ’s memo really says—and why its language has left even legal experts unsure
- Why prosecutions tied to fraud, terrorism financing, and organized crime remain active
- The enduring risk for institutions despite “less enforcement” messaging
- How state regulators are stepping up as federal agencies scale back
- Why companies must prioritize compliance regardless of shifting political winds
- The vital role of public-private partnerships in reducing regulatory confusion
Podcast Recap:
- DOJ will no longer pursue enforcement that mimics regulation, but fraud and criminal misuse of crypto remain key targets
- The disbanding of the DOJ crypto task force may signal deprioritization—but not decriminalization
- State regulators like NY DFS and CA AG continue active enforcement
- Financial institutions must maintain strong AML/BSA frameworks, as risks persist even if crypto isn’t named
- Reducing compliance based on temporary policy shifts exposes firms to long-term legal and reputational risk
- Open dialogue between regulators, law enforcement, and the private sector is critical to address ongoing uncertainty in digital asset oversight
🎧 Thank you for joining us!
Stay tuned for more insights in upcoming episodes.

Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
The Evolution of Trade Tools: Navigating Sanctions, Tariffs, and Domestic Content Strategies
In this episode of FIBA on Risk and Compliance Excellence (The F.O.R.C.E.), we explore the evolving landscape of trade regulations, economic sanctions, and tariffs under the new U.S. administration. Hosted by David Schwartz, President and CEO of FIBA, this episode features the Chair of FIBA’s Trade and Working Capital Solutions Committee, Shalako Wiener.
Join them as they discuss how trade policies impact businesses and global markets.
Key Topics Include:
- The effectiveness of sanctions and why they often fail to achieve policy goals.
- The role of tariffs in addressing unfair trade practices and their unintended consequences.
- The potential of domestic content requirements as a sustainable trade strategy.
- The importance of fair competition and protecting U.S. intellectual property.
- How businesses can adapt to shifting trade policies and economic challenges.
Podcast Recap:
- Sanctions have historically had limited success in bringing about political change.
- Tariffs can level the playing field but may trigger trade wars and price increases.
- Domestic content requirements offer a long-term solution to protect local industries.
- The U.S. must balance free trade with economic security and fair competition.
Thank you for joining us! Stay tuned for more expert insights at the 25th Annual FIBA AML Compliance Conference in Miami, March 24-27, 2025.

Monday Feb 03, 2025
The Future of Financial Regulation: Navigating Change
Monday Feb 03, 2025
Monday Feb 03, 2025
This episode of FIBA on Risk and Compliance Excellence (The F.O.R.C.E.) explores the evolving regulatory landscape, particularly discussions surrounding deregulation, regulatory consolidation, and fintech oversight. Hosted by David Schwartz, the conversation features Jera Bradshaw, from Greenberg Traurig, a regulatory expert and former senior attorney at the FDIC.
Key topics include:
- The uncertainty surrounding financial regulations under the new administration.
- The potential impacts of eliminating or restructuring agencies like FDIC and FinCEN.
- The challenges of fintech regulation and how agencies struggle to keep up with innovation.
- The importance of education and training for regulators to maintain industry oversight.
- The critical role of FDIC and why eliminating it is unrealistic.
Podcast Recap:
- Regulatory reform is likely but will be slow-moving.
- FDIC elimination is highly unlikely due to its critical role in financial stability.
- Fintech regulation is evolving, but clarity is still needed.
- Regulators must improve education and training to keep up with industry shifts.
Thank you for joining us! You can hear more from Jera and other industry experts at the 25th Annual FIBA AML Compliance Conference, taking place in Miami, March 24-27, 2025.

Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
David Schwartz invitado a El Lado B del Compliance
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024

Thursday Apr 28, 2022
NextGen Podcast | Cryptocurrency Explained – Embrace the Change
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
In this episode, Yamil Haidar from US Century and the Co Chair of the NextGen Committee, interview Pamela Clegg, the Vice President of Financial Investigations in CipherTrace. Hoping you enjoy it!