Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Policy

Wicked Play
Last updated: 2025

1. Purpose

1.1 Policy Objective

This Anti-Money Laundering Policy (“AML Policy”) outlines the principles, procedures, and controls implemented by Wicked Play (“Wicked Play”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) to prevent:

  • Money laundering;
  • Terrorist financing;
  • Other financial crimes;

1.2 Regulatory Commitment

Wicked Play is committed to full compliance with all applicable:

  • AML laws;
  • Regulatory requirements;
  • International standards;

2. Scope

2.1 Applicability

This AML Policy applies to:

  • Wicked Play as a game and software provider;
  • Licensed operators, aggregators, and partners using Wicked Play products;
  • All business relationships established by Wicked Play;

2.2 Limitation of Responsibility

  • Wicked Play does not directly manage player accounts or payment transactions unless explicitly stated;
  • Primary AML obligations toward end players rest with licensed operators;

3. Regulatory Framework

3.1 International Standards

Wicked Play’s AML framework is aligned with internationally recognized standards, including:

  • Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendations;
  • Applicable EU Anti-Money Laundering Directives (where relevant);
  • Other recognized global AML principles;

3.2 Local Regulations

  • Compliance with local AML regulations applicable to Wicked Play and its partners;

4. Risk-Based Approach

4.1 Risk Assessment Criteria

Wicked Play applies a risk-based approach by assessing risks related to:

  • Jurisdictions;
  • Business partners;
  • Products and services;
  • Transaction patterns;
  • Delivery channels;

4.2 Review Process

  • Risk assessments are reviewed periodically;
  • Risk profiles are updated when necessary to reflect changing conditions;

5. Partner Due Diligence

5.1 Onboarding Due Diligence

Wicked Play conducts due diligence on operators and business partners prior to onboarding.

5.2 Due Diligence Measures

Due diligence may include:

  • Corporate identification and verification;
  • Licensing validation;
  • Ownership and control structure review;
  • Sanctions and watchlist screening;
  • Assessment of AML and compliance controls;

5.3 Risk-Based Decisions

  • Wicked Play reserves the right to refuse or terminate business relationships where AML risks are deemed unacceptable;

6. Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

6.1 Applicable CDD Measures

Where applicable, Wicked Play applies appropriate CDD measures to business partners, including:

  • Verification of legal existence;
  • Identification of beneficial owners;
  • Understanding the nature and purpose of the business relationship;

6.2 Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)

  • Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) is applied to higher-risk relationships where required;

7. Transaction Monitoring

7.1 Monitoring Scope

Although Wicked Play does not process player payments directly, it:

  • Monitors business-level activity where relevant;
  • Reviews technical and operational data for unusual or suspicious behavior;

7.2 Cooperation

  • Cooperates with operators and payment service providers when AML-related concerns arise;

8. Suspicious Activity Reporting

8.1 Internal Procedures

Wicked Play maintains internal procedures for:

  • Identifying suspicious activity;
  • Escalating potential AML concerns;

8.2 External Reporting

Where required by law, suspicious activity may be reported to:

  • Relevant regulatory authorities;
  • Law enforcement agencies;
  • Financial institutions or compliance partners;

9. Record Keeping

9.1 Retention Obligations

Wicked Play retains AML-related records for the period required by applicable laws and regulations.

9.2 Record Types

Records may include:

  • Due diligence documentation;
  • Business correspondence;
  • Compliance assessments;

9.3 Data Security

  • AML records are stored securely;
  • Access is restricted to authorized personnel only;

10. Training & Awareness

10.1 Staff Training

Wicked Play ensures that relevant staff receive appropriate AML training, including:

  • Awareness of AML risks;
  • Identification of suspicious behavior;
  • Internal escalation procedures;
  • Regulatory obligations;

10.2 Ongoing Updates

  • Training is conducted periodically;
  • Training materials are updated as AML regulations evolve;

11. Sanctions & Restricted Jurisdictions

11.1 Prohibited Relationships

Wicked Play does not engage in business with:

  • Sanctioned individuals or entities;
  • Restricted or prohibited jurisdictions;
  • Operators lacking appropriate licenses;

11.2 Enforcement Measures

  • Access to services may be restricted or terminated where sanctions or high-risk exposure is identified;

12. Responsibility & Oversight

12.1 Management Responsibility

Senior management of Wicked Play is responsible for:

  • Oversight of AML compliance;
  • Implementation of internal AML controls;
  • Ensuring the ongoing effectiveness of AML measures;

13. Policy Review & Updates

13.1 Review Cycle

This AML Policy is reviewed periodically to reflect:

  • Regulatory changes;
  • Business developments;
  • Risk assessment outcomes;

13.2 Publication

  • Updated versions of this AML Policy are published on the Wicked Play website.