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FCA issues warning to firms over AML failings

Neopay

In a recent move, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has taken a significant step in addressing the prevalent anti-money laundering (AML) shortcomings among Annex 1 firms. It is imperative for these firms to promptly address any identified shortcomings to align with regulatory expectations. These must be addressed.”

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Know Your Customer (KYC): What It Is and How to Comply

Stax

KYC’s three main components are the customer identification program (CIP), which was imposed by the USA Patriot Act in 2011; customer due diligence (CDD); and regular monitoring of the customer’s account and activities, which is also called enhanced due diligence (EDD). In the U.S.,

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ComplyAdvantage and FullCircl: Mastering PEP Risks in a Year of Political Change

The Fintech Times

This is especially true for financial services organisations, which need to balance the potential risks of dealing with PEPs, as well as protecting the right to access banking service. Forming a risk-based approach can help FIs link their methodology back to their wider risk appetite and strategy.

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KYC Onboarding Process: Its Importance and Benefits

Seon

According to McKinsey, banks use up to 40% of their onboarding time on KYC and due diligence processes. This is often achieved by entering their email address and chosen password. KYC onboarding is, therefore, an act of customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence.

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Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

Stax

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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How to make compliance training engaging and audits impactful

Neopay

Here’s a guide to address these areas and offer practical solutions to make training and auditing more effective, engaging, and impactful. Audit vs. remediation: understanding the difference An audit assesses your current compliance with legal and regulatory obligations, highlighting any deficiencies or gaps. Screening results.

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What SMBs Risk When They let Supply Chain Threats Linger

PYMNTS

So it’s not exactly surprising that supply chain risk mitigation efforts can fall by the wayside. A traditionally manual process involving PDF questionnaires, supplier due diligence is rarely at the top of the list when organizations are considering where to place their resources to invest in new, automated technology.

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