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Singapore’s Money Laundering Report Flags Elevated Risks in Digital Assets, Banking

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Singapore has released its updated Money Laundering (ML) National Risk Assessment (NRA) , highlighting increased risks in the digital payment token (DPT) services sector. The updated assessment highlights increased risks due to economic and geopolitical shifts, as well as the rise in technology-enabled transactions.

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MAS Warns Financial Institutions of Quantum Computing Cyber Threats

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This guidance is intended to supplement existing MAS notices and guidelines on technology risk management and cybersecurity.

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Planning an Internal Audit Risk Assessment

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One of the first steps in carrying out an effective internal audit is to perform an internal audit risk assessment. This planning process is the foundation for a successful audit, helping auditors identify and prioritize significant risks and areas of concern within an organization. What Is an Internal Audit Risk Assessment?

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Why Banks Need FinTech To Address Their Own Complicated Treasuries

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Managing Risk. One of the most crucial areas for banks’ treasuries is risk mitigation , which, according to Beaulande, has become more complex as it relates to other areas of treasury management. Sixty percent said that internal regulatory examinations include an assessment of risk management practices.

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Strengthening Financial Resilience: Huawei’s Role in the Future of Finance

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Additionally, human error remains a significant risk factor; as systems become more complex, the potential for misconfigurations or operational mistakes increases. Addressing these factors requires a holistic approach encompassing technology, processes, and people to construct resilient financial infrastructures.

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Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

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PayFacs handle risk assessment, underwriting, settling of funds, compliance, and chargebacks which exposes them to greater potential risks. Major risk factors for PayFacs include fraudulent transactions, merchant credit risk, regulatory compliance, and operational risks.

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Fintech Drives Financial Institutions to Rethink Outsourcing Strategies

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In the IEOM award-winning paper titled “Reimagining the Management of Outsourcing Life Cycles in the Fintech Era for Financial Services,” Dr Thng, together with SMU Doctor of Engineering candidate, Tristan Lim, introduced a novel outsourcing life cycle management model tailored to address the unique nuances of financial services more effectively.

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