The know your customer requirements are just one part of a broader umbrella term commonly called anti-money laundering (AML). AML includes a vast range of regulatory processes designed to curb money laundering. Other AML processes include software filtering, record management, and criminalization. KYC is simply a process of AML that involves identity verification and enhanced due diligence. KYC, AML and all other processes put in place by regulators make it more difficult for organized criminals and terrorists to hide their illicit activities.