This chapter dives into the historical development of financial surveillance in the United States, starting with the implementation of the Bank Secrecy Act in 1970. It explores the motives behind the act and how it led to the introduction of AMLKYC regulations. The chapter also discusses the expansion of financial surveillance after 9/11 and the role of institutions like FinCEN in administering the surveillance system.

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