Banking and business interests in Mexico are feeling the heat as the US government’s anti money laundering efforts prioritize stopping drug cartels. All who engage in business with cartels are at risk, even if they do so unwittingly.

Russian asset handlers, take heed. If you aid those avoiding sanctions, you may find OFAC levying sanctions against you as well.

Recent convictions in cases of  art and antiquities fraud serve as cautionary tales for would-be investors. 

The Manhattan DA seeks to repatriate all ill-gotten art and artifacts to their countries of origin, but one collector demands evidence before surrendering his ancient Roman statue.