Ireland has rolled out its first-ever national anti-money laundering strategy, putting digital assets and offshore corporate structures squarely in the crosshairs of regulators. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Simon Harris unveiled the framework on August 13, 2026, framing it as a direct response to increasingly sophisticated criminal networks that exploit emerging technologies and cross-border financial channels.

“Criminal networks are growing more advanced,” Harris said. “They leverage emerging technologies, digital currencies, and intricate cross-border financial systems to hide illicit gains.”

The strategy rests on five core priorities: coordinated national action, comprehensive risk assessment, enhanced regulatory…