Akbar Safdari is a finance and compliance professional and author specializing in banking, financial systems, and anti-money laundering (AML). With an academic background in banking and years of practical exposure to the realities of financial operations, risk management, and regulatory expectations, his work focuses on making complex topics understandable and actionable for students, professionals, and the general public.
Through his books and training materials, Akbar bridges theory and practice—connecting the historical evolution of money and banking to today’s fast-changing landscape of FinTech, digital assets, and global regulatory reforms. His mission is to help readers and learners strengthen their financial literacy, improve decision-making, and build a clearer understanding of how modern financial institutions operate.
Akbar is also the founder of North America AML & Compliance Academy (NAACA), a platform designed to provide structured learning in AML, compliance, KYC, and financial crime prevention. The academy supports learners with practical explanations, case-based learning, and training resources aligned with real-world market needs.
We provide practical AML/ATF training and advisory services designed to improve operational effectiveness and audit readiness.
Help organizations build effective, defensible AML programs through practical training and implementation support.
Financial institutions, MSBs, fintechs, crypto service providers, and compliance teams.